Victor López
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Children of Sanchez
Victor López’s chart for this fabulous tune is now accessible for the medium-level player. Chuck Mangione’s captivating melody is full of energy and excitement and features written or ad-libbed solos for trumpet and trombone. High note for lead trumpet is only written A and F for trombone. Victor includes a percussion part along with optional flute, horn, baritone horn, and tuba. A must-have arrangement!SKU: ALJEM03034 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Christmas Tree Ride
Check out this very easy bossa played at around 138 BPM with a brief 3/4 interlude and plenty of optional parts. The meter change is no problem—it’s easy to interpret. Christmas Tree Ride arranged by Victor López features a written-out alto sax solo and trumpet 1 range to written E top space. (2:52)SKU: AL43660 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Cirque du Soleil, Concert Suite from
The unique style of the music from Cirque Du Soleil has been captured in this medley, which includes: “Alegria,” “Alone,” “O” and “Kunya Sobé.” The wonder and awe of this magnificent show can be experienced through the music. An exciting choice! (8:28)SKU: AL29623 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Coconut Champagne
With an upbeat samba groove, everybody gets some action, and the classic Maynard Ferguson trumpet solo is harmonized for the trumpet section—in a playable range. There is a sax soli that can also be a solo for any sax. An optional percussion part will complete this package.SKU: AL36045 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Code of Hammurabi
Inspired by the former King Hammurabi of Babylon, this work uses only the first 6 or 7 notes of most beginning band method books—without a key signature and with very few accidentals Go ahead and break the code with your students and discover the basic elements that will make your band sound amazing. Guaranteed to impress the audience! (1:45)SKU: AL42135 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Corpse Bride, Selections from
Capturing all the energy of the Danny Elfman blockbuster film score, “Selections from Corpse Bride” features Corpse Bride (Main Title), “Remains of the Day” and “The Wedding.” With lots of strength and engaging special percussion effects it’s a thoroughly entertaining arrangement from the pen of Victor López.SKU: AL24753 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Cry Me a River
Vocal with big band, this gorgeous ballad is played around 74 BPM. The vocal range is G below middle C to third space C. Lead trumpet range is to F-sharp top line. Includes optional lead parts for B-flat, E-flat, and bass clef instruments. An accessible chart for the band. (3:21)SKU: AL41160 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Cubano Chant
Cubano Chant is a joyous, upbeat Latin chart arranged by Victor López. A catchy melody is traded off to the various sections, with written solos for 2nd trumpet and 1st tenor plus an auxiliary percussion part. The lead trumpet part range is to written A, above the staff. Perfect for any jazz band gig. (3:37)SKU: AL30663 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Danse des Ghazies (from The Ballet Suite, Opus 50a)
Originally written for piano, this work translates well for young bands. Written in 3/4, but intended to be performed in a bouncy “one,” its light texture, melodic contour, and playful nature will be an outstanding addition to any contest or festival program. (3:00)SKU: AL43096 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Danza Africana
The traditional dance in Africa often expresses the life of the community. Danza Africana is an original composition by Victor López, building on the musical concepts of these dances. It is easy to learn, exciting, playable, and will definitely keep the percussionists on the alert. A wonderful opportunity to integrate multicultural learning in your band room! (2:00)SKU: AL32452 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Dark Shadows (from the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Imagine a reluctant vampire with an irresistible allure, a mysterious ingénue who is inexorably drawn to him, a jealous vixen who is both seductress and sorceress and a strange family in a creepy old mansion with secrets around every corner. Director Tim Burton brings the cult classic series Dark Shadows to the big screen in a film featuring an all-star cast. A great opportunity to introduce cinematic soundtrack, this medley certainly depicts the intensity of Danny Elfman’s original score. (4:15)SKU: AL39533 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Do Nothing Till You Hear from Me
“Do Nothing Till You Hear from Me” is a great standard arranged by Victor López for vocalist and big band. The easy swing feel tempo is 96 BPM, the vocal range is A-flat below middle C up to B-flat third line. The lead trumpet range is to written F top line. A fine chart and very playable for any band. (3:15)SKU: AL45084 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Do You Want to Know a Secret?
The Beatles, the band that “changed everything,” continue to influence the music industry today. Easily forgotten as the monster hit that it was, the song was a delicate and melodic ingredient that had a definite place in making up the Beatlemania of 1964. Originally included on their Please Please Me album, now arranged for beginning band, this Victor López rendition of “Do You Want to Know a Secret” will be a sure hit with both your audience and students alike.SKU: AL35357 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Dragon Bridge
An extremely energetic and impressive work composed for first year ensembles that will captivate students and audiences alike. Scored against an intensive percussive background, the work consistently presents melodic and rhythmic driving forces that will make the group sound polished. (2:00)SKU: AL48175 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 0.5
Drama for Your Mama
A fun rock chart for the young player! Victor López has created another gem for the jazz beginner with easy rhythms, ranges and a solo section for all the winds. The written-out solo is flexible and can be performed by individual soloists or any combination. Easy to put together and very effective—it practically plays itself! (3:42)SKU: AL26853 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Dubinushka, Opus 62
This work is a brilliant Russian showpiece that will inspire your ensemble’s best efforts. It requires moderate technique and endurance skills. This arrangement, although not a faithful transcription, has been revised within limitations to resemble much of the original work. An extremely playable transcription for your next contest or festival, this new reduction of Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Dubinushka” will be a sure winner. (3:45)SKU: AL38355 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Española
Astound the audience and add some flash to your next program with this fiery and energetic concert opener. Written in a “bravura” style, with a Spanish flare, and change in modal preferences, this fascinating original composition will certainly defy the characteristics of the traditional march as a concert opener. (2:00)SKU: AL43106 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Fandango Festival
This high intensity Spanish-flavored composition, “Fandango Festival,” by Victor López will make your young strings sound like experienced musicians. Featuring percussion and a variety of dynamics and articulations, this piece is exciting and fun to play. With much intensity and bravura, this traditional Spanish dance is a perfect choice for either festivals or concerts. (2:10)SKU: AL45775 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Feels So Good
Chuck Mangione’s huge hit arranged by Victor López, “Feels so Good” features the Flugelhorn solo (on the 1st trumpet part) throughout with the distinctive melody and then a written out solo along with a written tenor sax solo. The flugelhorn solo range is up to written high C but the solo is cued on the 1st tenor part. A well-known and appealing tune that will be enjoyed by both the band and the audience. (6:36)SKU: ALJEM05036 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Feliz Navidad
The classic José Feliciano tune, with all the Latin style will set the stage for your holiday program. Enhanced articulation and dynamic markings will set this above the others and is sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face. Feliz Navidad one and all!SKU: AL30794 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Fields of Kent
The mind’s eye envisions the history, the heritage . . . the times of war, the times of peace on an historic plain whose serene environment belies the richness of its past. Allow your audience the opportunity to musically see a vista where time records the doings of mankind. A marvelously dramatic work that is supremely atmospheric in final performance. Highly recommended. (3:28)SKU: ALBD9807 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4.5
Fiesta Bahia
Super samba! From our man Victor López, this chart is totally hot and WILL challenge the band. Some fierce unison lines, the melody stated by alto and trumpet, solo space for alto, trumpet, trombone, and drums. Optional flugelhorns. Lead trumpet goes up to written D above the staff. If you want a smokin’ samba, this is it. (4:02)SKU: ALJEM05039
