Antonio Carlos Jobim is arguably the world’s top composer in the 1960s, and the first non-American popular writer to make a deep impression in the United States. Jobim, whose music is synonymous with the Bossa Nova, was a composer of beautiful melodies, a dozen of which caught on as standards. At a time when the great American songbook was running out of gas after 50 years, Jobim’s music invigorated the scene, giving both pop singers and jazz musicians a large number of rewarding compositions to perform. Brazilian music became highly influential around the world due to Jobim’s songs. Decades after they were written, the great songs of Antonio Carlos Jobim, with their beautiful melodies, heartfelt lyrics and haunting atmosphere, continue to enrich music and bring joy to today’s listeners. Trumpeter Bob Zottola is featured on the complete reference versions included in this album, performing versions of ten of the composer’s finest and most beloved compositions, all dating from his prime period in the 1960s. This Music Minus One edition includes a transcribed note-for-note trumpet solo part, printed on easy-to-read, acid-free ivory paper. The CD contains a complete performance of each piece in digital stereo, followed by a second digital stereo version minus the soloist.

Bossa nova. ((aus den MOB-Stucken) for Wind Quintet). By Heinz Karl Gruber (1943-). Chamber Music (Winds). For flute, oboe, clarinet, horn, bassoon. Study score. Op. 21e. Published by Doblinger Music Publishers (DB.STP-00304).

A Little Tango Music by Adam Gorb (1958-). For Concert Band (1st Flute, 2nd Flute, Oboe, 1st Bb Clarinet, 2nd Bb Clarinet, 3rd Bb Clarinet, Bb Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, 1st/2nd Eb Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, 1st/2nd Bb Trumpet, 1st/2nd F Horn, 1st/2nd Trombone, Euphonium, TC Baritone, Tuba, P). Band Music. Grade 3. Score only. Duration 4:30. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.S11282). This is a short sequence of melodies inspired by the curvaceous, melancholic and dangerous dance from Argentina that is the tango. The three brief movements can be played in any order, continuously, or separately.

African Samba by Adam Gorb (1958-). For Concert Band (Flute 1-2, Oboe, Bb Clarinet 1-3, Bb Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Eb Alto Saxophone 1-2, Bb tenor saxophone, Eb Baritone Saxophone, Bb Trumpet 1-2, F Horn 1-2, Trombone 1-2, Euphonium, Tuba, Tambourine, Bongos, Drum Kit). Band Music. Grade 2. Score only. Duration 3:00. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.S11273). Another tuneful and accessible piece for younger players from British master- composer Adam Gorb. He starts with the traditional slow chant, adds the infectious samba rhythm, and lets it roll! A great piece with plenty of Latin percussion.

Calypso by Derek Bourgeois (1941-). For Concert Band (1st Flute, 2nd Flute, 1st Oboe, 2nd Oboe*, 1st Bb Clarinet, 2nd Bb Clarinet, 3rd Bb Clarinet, Eb Alto Clarinet*, Bb Bass Clarinet*, 1st Bassoon, 2nd Bassoon*, 1st Eb Alto Saxophone, 2nd Eb Alto Saxophone*, Bb Tenor Saxophone*, 1st F Horn, 2nd F Horn, 3rd ). Band Music. Grade 4. Score only. Duration 3:30. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.S11036). Bring the sounds of the islands to the concert stage. Your students will enjoy this homage to the musical styles of the Caribbean.

New York Parade by Michael Brand. For Concert Band (1st Flute, 2nd Flute, Oboe*, 1st Bb Clarinet, 2nd Bb Clarinet, 3rd Bb Clarinet, Bb Bass Clarinet*, Bassoon*, 1st Eb Alto Saxophone*, 2nd Eb Alto Saxophone*, Bb Tenor Saxophone*, Eb Baritone Saxophone*, 1st Bb Trumpet, 2nd Bb Trumpet, 1st F Horn, 2nd F Hor). Band Music. Platinum Band Series. Grade 3. Score only. Duration 5:30. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.S11192). In June 1997 I was in New York and had a free weekend. On Sunday morning I was awoken early by a great deal of banging and saw that barriers and roadblocks had been erected throughout Central Park. Why?I soon heard the answer: a great parade. When the Americans put together a parade they really mean it! This one lasted 3 hours and brought the center of New York to a standstill. Bands, dancers and choirs marched past in celebration of the Jewish faith.New York Parade is completely original but its starting point in my imagination was a marching band, a choir and Broadway. The marching band starts in the distance, passes by and as it moves away we hear the next block of performers singing, almost chanting, a hymn (called "Jewish Song"). The groups suddenly turn into Broadway, as a song from an imaginary show intervenes but then the band and choir return in counterpoint and all three themes come together.

Teatime Tango by David J. Long. For Concert Band (Flute, Oboe (optional), Bb Clarinet 1/2, Bb Bass Clarinet, Bassoon (optional), Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Bb Trumpet 1/2, Horn in F (optional), Trombone, Baritone, (Baritone T.C.), Tuba, Percussion 1 (bells), Percussion 2 (snare ). Grade 2. Score only. Duration 3:10. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.08961). A fun piece in a tango style hat will be a hit with your students. Delicate wind parts combine with some serious brass chords and great percussion licks.

Tango De Aires - Quintett by Kullmann. For brass quintet (2 Trumpets, 1 Horn/Euphonium, 2 Trombones). Tango. Full score & parts. Published by Uetz Music (UZ.ECR0477).

La Virgen de la Macarena by Traditional. Arranged by David Marlatt. For 6 Trumpets. Brass - Large Cornet (Trumpet) Ensemble. Eighth Note Publications. Latin. Duration 00:03:20. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-TE23101). ISBN 1554725216. Latin. La Virgin de la Macarena is a traditional bullfighting song made famous by the great trumpet virtuoso Raphael Mendez. This version features a solo trumpet accompanied by 3 trumpets and 2 flugel horns and percussion. All the flashy pyrotechnics in the original solo part are present with the supporting sound being trumpets rather than brass quintet, band or orchestra. In setting the tone for this arrangement a short introduction is included which quotes Bizet’s Carmen and features a short cadenza and some requisite high notes. A guaranteed audience favourite!

Mexican Hat Dance by Traditional. Arranged by David Marlatt. For 4 Trombones. Brass - Trombone Quartet; Quartet. Eighth Note Publications. Latin. Duration 00:01:45. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-TQ2714). ISBN 1554731828. Latin. The famous Mexican Hat Dance is a traditional melody that has been used extensively in movie scores. This arrangement has used several creative compositional devices to make it more rhythmically and melodically interesting. The use of 3/4 interspersed occasionally throughout the piece breaks up the 6/8 feel. The form is simple - a short introduction, the melody [A] repeats several times; the [B] section starts slowly and dramatically (with clapping at the appropriate moments) accelerating, leading back to the [A] melody. What is interesting in this recap is that the two major themes are played simultaneously.