Tequila: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
By Chuck Rio / As performed by The Champs / Arranged by Mark Taylor
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00172039
$50.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Tequila - Full Score | $7.50 | |
| Tequila - Alto Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Alto Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Tenor Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Tenor Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Trumpet 4 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Trombone 3 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Trombone 4 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Guitar | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Piano | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Bass | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Drums | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Aux. Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Aux. Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - C Solo Sheet | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Bb Solo Sheet | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Eb Solo Sheet | $6.00 | |
| Tequila - Bass Clef Solo Sheet | $6.00 |
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Description
Everyone knows the familiar version recorded in the late '50s by the Champs, but here is a unique arrangement for jazz ensemble in a salsa style that's sure to be a treat for players and listeners alike. The flexible solo section allows any player to join in the fun!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00172039
More about this title
About the Composer: Chuck Rio
Chuck Rio was the saxophonist and primary songwriter behind The Champs, the group that recorded "Tequila" in 1958. The track became a defining moment in rock and roll history, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and establishing itself as a cultural touchstone that has remained instantly recognizable for nearly seven decades.
Rio's ability to craft a hook that transcends genre and era reflects his deep understanding of what makes popular music stick. His work continues to serve music educators as a bridge between the casual listener and the classroom, offering students a chance to engage with genuine pop history.
Why we love this
Mark Taylor's salsa-flavored take on this rock and roll classic arrives with genuine rhythmic sophistication rather than merely dressing up the original. The flexible solo section transforms what could be a novelty into an inclusive ensemble experience where saxophone, trumpet, trombone, or even your rhythm section players can step forward and own a moment.
What to expect
Instantly fun and propulsive, with a salsa pulse that feels fresh rather than generic. The arrangement respects the original's infectious simplicity while adding harmonic interest and rhythmic layering that rewards careful listening.
Who it's for
Jazz ensemble directors programming concerts that need broad audience appeal without sacrificing musical substance. Players of all soloists chairs benefit from the chance to shine, making this equally valuable for building confidence in younger ensembles or surprising audiences at community performances.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the guiro and clave patterns in the rhythm section early in rehearsals. These elements define the salsa pocket, so lock them before layering melody.
- Assign soloists ahead of time, but leave room for players to expand their solo length if the moment feels right in performance. Spontaneity served the original well.
- Shape the brass hits with precision and swing them slightly. Salsa arranging asks for tight coordination, not stiffness.
- Let the ensemble breathe during ensemble hits rather than shortening them. The space around those moments is where the groove lives.
How to use it
Position this as a crowd favorite that opens a second half or closes a set where you want the audience leaving energized. It pairs naturally alongside other Latin or funk material, or it can serve as the accessible throughline in a program built around world music and cross-cultural arrangements.
Skills your students will build
- Comping over a salsa clave rhythm
- Flexible solo phrasing over a blues-based progression
- Ensemble precision in brass section hits
- Reading and performing Latin rhythm figures with swing articulation
- Call-and-response phrasing between sections