Spain (arr. Jay Bocook): Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Chick Corea / Arranged by Jay Bocook
Grade: 5
Item: 35-PK01610651
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Featuring a dramatic maestoso introduction including trumpet solo, then the churning Latin/Jazz Chick Corea flare, this impressive production number is a real powerhouse! A short trombone solo is included, and you can use a soloist, small group, or even the entire band on THE signature unison lick.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01610651
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About the Composer: Chick Corea
Chick Corea stands as one of the defining figures in jazz fusion, blending virtuosic harmonic language with infectious rhythmic grooves that have influenced multiple generations of musicians. His compositions bridge the gap between concert hall sophistication and popular appeal, making his work uniquely valuable in educational settings where students encounter both serious musicianship and immediate engagement.
Why we love this
Jay Bocook's arrangement captures the kinetic energy of Corea's original while building a showcase that works for marching bands at this level. The structure moves from dramatic weight to undeniable groove, giving your ensemble multiple moments to shine and plenty of material to sink their teeth into without becoming unwieldy.
What to expect
The opening carries weight and anticipation, like something significant is about to unfold. Then the bottom drops out into pure groove, all propulsive energy and swagger, with just enough instrumental color and solo moments to keep listeners leaning forward.
Who it's for
Grade 5 bands ready for contemporary jazz idiom and Latin rhythmic complexity. This works equally well for ensembles with strong soloists or those looking to develop section confidence in a high-energy context.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the maestoso introduction with dynamic restraint early on; let the trumpet solo breathe as the centerpiece before the band enters. The contrast between stillness and motion will land harder.
- Lock the Latin section's rhythmic foundation by having your low brass and battery move as one unit. The churning quality depends entirely on that internal cohesion.
- Decide early whether you want the signature unison lick handled by soloists, a small section, or the full band. Each choice changes the energy and drama of that moment; rehearse it the way you plan to perform it.
- The trombone solo deserves space and light from the rest of the band. If your soloist is strong, pull back the background texture so their voice carries.
How to use it
Slot this into a concert exploring modern composition and cross-genre influence, especially if you're pairing classical and contemporary work. It also makes a natural closer for a pops set or a festival program that celebrates what's happening in music right now.
Skills your students will build
- Latin and jazz rhythmic feels (clave, straight versus swung eighths)
- Balancing ensemble texture with featured soloists
- Executing unison passages with precision and style
- Responding to harmonic movement in non-traditional contexts
- Building and sustaining momentum in contemporary grooves