Fiesta Bahia: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
Arr. Victor López, percussion arr. Anthony M. Falcone
Grade: 3 (Medium)
Item: 00-PK-0007817
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Fiesta Bahia: Score | $7.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Optional Alto Sax | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: 2nd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Horn in B flat | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Bass Clef | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Bass Clef | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Treble Clef | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Treble Clef | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Electric Bass | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Mallets | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Snare Drum | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Quad-Toms | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Tonal Bass Drum | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Cymbals | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Auxiliary Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Keyboard/Synthesizer | $3.00 | |
| Fiesta Bahia: Drumset | $3.00 |
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Description
You have come to expect the best in original Latin charts from Victor López, and this one may be his best! Featuring great salsa harmonies, driving percussion, and two trumpet soloists, this chart really sizzles! (2:12)
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Additional Details
Series:
Mega Sounds for Marching Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
116
SKU:
00-PK-0007817
More about this title
About the Arranger: Victor López
Victor López is a prolific composer and arranger whose original Latin works have become staples in marching arts and concert band repertoires. Known for his sophisticated harmonic language and authentic rhythmic sensibilities, López brings both technical craft and genuine musical joy to every score he writes.
Why we love this
López and Falcone have built a chart that sounds far more complex than its Grade 3 classification suggests. The writing sits comfortably under student fingers while delivering the sizzle and energy that keeps audiences engaged from the opening downbeat. Two trumpet soloists trading phrases give your lead section room to shine, and the Latin percussion foundation transforms even a young ensemble's sound.
What to expect
Fiesta Bahia pulses with warmth and propulsive rhythm. The salsa harmonies create a sophisticated harmonic landscape that feels both danceable and genuinely musical, while the two trumpet soloists glide over the top with conversational phrasing. From the first measure, the piece radiates joy and movement.
Who it's for
Marching bands at the intermediate level ready to tackle Latin repertoire with authentic harmonies and driving energy. This works equally well for ensembles looking to build confidence with contemporary arranging styles or for programs seeking a showstopper that engages audiences and develops percussion literacy.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the percussion section first. The clave and tumbao patterns anchor the entire groove; once they're locked in, everything else falls into place naturally.
- Shape the trumpet solo sections with gentle dynamics. Encourage your soloists to play with character rather than maximum volume; let the harmony and phrasing carry the lines.
- Maintain consistent tempo through the salsa sections. A metronome or click track helps, especially during rhythmic hits that need to land together across the full ensemble.
- Balance the upper brass carefully during the harmonic passages. The salsa voicings are rich and can easily muddy if the middle voices overpower the melody.
How to use it
Program this as a crowd-pleasing centerpiece in a concert featuring world music influences, or use it as a confidence builder mid-season when your ensemble is ready to own a contemporary Latin sound. The 2:12 duration makes it ideal for mixed programs where you need strong musical impact without excessive runtime.
Skills your students will build
- Performing Latin rhythms and clave patterns with precision
- Balancing harmony in contemporary salsa voicings
- Soloing and phrasing within an ensemble texture
- Listening to percussion as a harmonic and rhythmic anchor
- Maintaining steady tempo through syncopated and driving passages