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(Do You Want) Salsa with That?: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$48.00 USD

(Do You Want) Salsa with That?: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: (Do You Want) Salsa with That?: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-31700
Price: 48.00 USD
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By Larry Henry

Grade: 1.5 (Easy)

Item: 00-31700

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Imagine a warm tropical island resort, sailboats in the distance and palm trees swaying along the beach . . .

(Do You Want) Salsa with That? is a lighthearted Latin tune that features your "star" player. The solo, written for almost every instrument, makes this a flexible selection for any group that gives students a chance to "get in front of the band." Your audience will love the Latin percussion instruments playing a mambo rhythm that will bring a smile to everyone's face. You can enhance the rhythm section to include almost any number of Latin instruments.

Solid scoring and little technical demand make this piece reachable for the youngest of bands, but the rich harmonies, beautiful melody and syncopated rhythms make it sound sophisticated for the more mature player. This is a timeless selection your audience will enjoy for years to come.

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Series: Alfred Debut Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 128

UPC: 038081350905

SKU: 00-31700

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About the Composer: Larry Henry

Larry Henry is a prolific composer and arranger with a gift for writing accessible concert band music that doesn't sacrifice musicality or fun. His arrangements balance the needs of developing musicians with the expectations of audiences, making him a staple of the Alfred Debut Series.

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Why we love this

The genius of this piece lies in its accessibility without compromise. Every player gets a moment in the spotlight through the rotating solo passages, which means your quieter students finally have a chance to shine while the rest of the band maintains engaging harmonic support. Directors love it because it sounds polished and fun at Grade 1.5, programs easily into any concert, and generates the kind of audience enthusiasm that reminds everyone why we do this.

What to expect

Warm, breezy, and effortlessly joyful. The piece transports you instantly to a tropical setting where the mambo rhythm dances under swaying palms and the syncopated melody floats above like a gentle trade wind. It's sophisticated enough to hold musician interest but never asks for technical heroics, instead letting charm and good humor do the work.

Who it's for

This works beautifully for emerging concert bands (Grade 1.5 groups with 1-2 years of playing experience) and mixed-ability ensembles where you need something that challenges advanced players harmonically while remaining technically manageable for newer musicians. It's also ideal for programs where building student confidence through solo opportunities is a curricular goal.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the mambo rhythm section carefully. The Latin percussion should anchor the groove without overwhelming the melodic soloists; think of it as the heartbeat that keeps everything moving.
Encourage soloists to commit fully to their moments. With so many players featured, each solo feels more impactful when the individual embraces the tropical character and plays with personality.
Keep the tempo relaxed and swinging. This piece breathes at an easy lilt; rushing it loses the resort-vacation vibe that makes the arrangement so charming.
Explore your percussion depth. Even if you don't have traditional Latin instruments, timpani, snare drum, and bass drum can approximate the mambo feel effectively.

How to use it

Schedule this for spring or end-of-year concerts where you want a piece that energizes the audience and celebrates ensemble participation. Its lighthearted character also pairs well with other short Latin or popular selections, creating a thematic set that keeps concert momentum high and ends on a smile.