Recorda Me: Score
By Joe Henderson / arr. Eric Richards
Grade: 4 (Medium Advanced / Difficult)
Item: 00-PR-0004973
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Description
A show-stopping Latin tune! Latin jazz at it's best with excitement from the first note, sax solis, a melody line by tenor and trumpet, solo space for tenor, trumpet, and trombone, lead trumpet range to written high D, and a few drum solos. Great tune by a tenor sax legend.
"This good arrangement of a Henderson classic has a laid-back Latin feel . . . Great sax lines, loud background punches, and a neat montuno section (fast brash final chorus in Cuban music) create strong intensity."
- The Instrumentalist
"This good arrangement of a Henderson classic has a laid-back Latin feel . . . Great sax lines, loud background punches, and a neat montuno section (fast brash final chorus in Cuban music) create strong intensity."
- The Instrumentalist
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Additional Details
Series:
Premier Jazz Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
74
SKU:
00-PR-0004973
More about this title
About the Composer: Joe Henderson
Joe Henderson was a tenor saxophonist and composer who shaped the sound of jazz from the 1960s onward. His compositions balance accessibility with harmonic sophistication, making them enduring choices for ensembles seeking repertoire that challenges while remaining engaging for audiences.
Henderson's writing emphasizes strong melodic content and inventive chord changes. His work has been recorded and arranged countless times, a testament to the durability and appeal of his musical voice in both small group and ensemble settings.
Why we love this
Eric Richards has fashioned a Latin jazz vehicle that delivers genuine excitement without sacrificing clarity or balance. The arrangement layers sax soloist sections, trumpet melody statements, and a propulsive montuno section into something that sounds like a complete set piece rather than a series of borrowed moments. Jazz ensembles at this level rarely get material this polished and this fun to perform.
What to expect
From the opening note, this tune swings with Latin-tinged energy and a laid-back groove that feels lived-in rather than academic. The sax soli and brash ensemble punches create moments of real intensity, while the montuno section in the final chorus brings the piece to a satisfying, propulsive close.
Who it's for
Jazz ensemble directors programming Grade 4 material who want a piece with genuine style and memorable hooks. The range of solo opportunities means you can feature your strongest players while keeping everyone engaged through the ensemble sections.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the montuno section. The final chorus lives or dies on rhythmic precision in the rhythm section and keyboard comping; drill this independently until it locks before adding the ensemble.
- Manage the lead trumpet range. The written high D passages demand a secure high-register player, but they needn't sound strained. Balance volume against clarity; the punch matters more than decibels.
- Let soloists breathe. The tenor, trumpet, and trombone solo spaces work best when players have clear comping support and enough space to develop ideas rather than rush through their eight or sixteen bars.
- Emphasize the sax soli section. This moment defines the piece's character and gives your saxes their signature moment; ensure they play with confidence and unified articulation.
How to use it
Position this as the centerpiece of a Latin jazz-focused concert or pair it with other Henderson or hard-bop era compositions. It works equally well as a closing number on a mixed jazz program, where its momentum and excitement send audiences out energized.
Skills your students will build
- Latin jazz phrasing and articulation (sax soli and ensemble sections)
- Solo improvisation within changes (tenor, trumpet, and trombone features)
- Montuno accompaniment patterns and rhythmic precision
- Lead trumpet range security at the Grade 4 level
- Ensemble balance and punch articulation (background figures)