Bistro Latino is an authentic Latin original for advancing groups and is truly a showstopper in every way! After opening with a dynamic tutti unison statement, this challenging work utilizes two Latin feels, namely songo and samba. The songo rhythm is most commonly heard in salsa music and employs lots of exciting syncopation supported by a repetitious, but always moving rhythm section background. The samba rhythm is used in the interlude section of the piece, which features very lush, modern voicings. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set.


Duration: 4:35
Level: Medium salsa
Ranges: D6 trumpet, Ab4 trombone
Instrumentation: full band (17 piece), SATB saxes
Solos: Solo space is offered for soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone, trumpet, and trombone, optional rhythm section solo

Conductor Score & Parts