North Africa: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
By Chick Corea / Arranged by Mike Tomaro
Grade: 4
Item: 35-PK00158038
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| North Africa - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $7.50 | |
| North Africa - Alto Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Alto Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Tenor Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Tenor Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Trumpet 4 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Trombone 3 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Trombone 4 | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Guitar | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Piano | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Bass | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Drums | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Aux Percussion | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - C Solo Sheet | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Bb Solo Sheet | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Eb Solo Sheet | $6.00 | |
| North Africa - Bass Clef Solo Sheet | $6.00 |
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Description
Using the trademark samba style that Chick Corea become known for, here is his composition "North Africa" in an outstanding interpretation by Mike Tomaro. The opening section features a small group followed by a piano statement of the main theme. From there the chart builds nicely with the effective use of every section of the ensemble. A tenor sax solo is also featured.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00158038
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About the Composer: Chick Corea
Chick Corea stands among jazz's most consequential pianists and composers, a figure whose work spans bebop, fusion, and straight-ahead jazz with equal command. His harmonic sophistication and melodic inventiveness have influenced generations of musicians, and his ability to write memorable themes that accommodate both technical virtuosity and ensemble interplay makes him a staple in jazz education repertoire.
Corea's compositions often showcase rhythmic vitality and infectious grooves, qualities that have made his work particularly valuable for jazz ensembles seeking material that excites students while challenging them musically. His willingness to blend Latin influences with contemporary jazz vocabulary created a template that arrangers like Mike Tomaro have built upon to create accessible, engaging concert pieces.
Why we love this
Mike Tomaro's arrangement captures the essential energy of Corea's writing while scaling it brilliantly for ensemble players at this level. The orchestration gives every section meaningful material, and the tenor sax feature provides a spotlight moment that your soloists will relish without requiring excessive technical firepower.
What to expect
Infectious and propulsive, with the kind of groove that makes you want to move. The samba pulse carries the piece forward from the opening moment, and the melody lands as irresistibly catchy without sacrificing harmonic depth or jazz sophistication.
Who it's for
Jazz ensembles at the Grade 4 level who want to perform a contemporary composition with genuine musical substance and appeal. This works equally well for a student ensemble developing their jazz vocabulary or a more experienced group seeking repertoire that swings hard without excessive complexity.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the opening groove tight between rhythm section and the small group that states the theme. The samba feel only lands when the ensemble commits to the pocket rather than playing straight eighth notes.
- Balance the piano theme statement so it sits naturally within the ensemble sound; the melody should sing without overwhelming the harmonic support around it.
- Build the dynamic levels across the chart deliberately. Each section entry and layering should create the sense of architecture Tomaro wrote into the voicings rather than staying at one volume throughout.
- Shape the tenor sax solo with space. Give the soloist room to breathe and phrase over the groove; the best solos float above the rhythm rather than chasing every beat.
How to use it
This sits beautifully on a concert that mixes standards with contemporary jazz composition, offering something fresh without overwhelming an audience unfamiliar with modern jazz idioms. It also works as a strong anchor piece for a jazz ensemble concert, confident enough to hold audience attention through its entire arc.
Skills your students will build
- Executing samba rhythm feels with precision
- Reading and playing over jazz harmony changes
- Balancing ensemble blend while maintaining section identity
- Supporting and accompanying a featured soloist
- Layering dynamic levels to create architectural shape across a multi-section arrangement
- Trading rhythmic figures and comping behind soloists