Wave (arr. Michael Philip Mossman): Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
By Antonio Carlos Jobim / Arranged by Michael Philip Mossman
Grade: 4
Item: 35-PK01214812
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Level: 4. Here is one of the most tuneful of Jobim's many familiar Latin standards in a marvelous setting featuring a baritone sax soloist. The style is a laid-back Latin groove and Michael incorporates a wealth of creative harmonic and textural devices in this distinctive arrangement. Also included is a sax soli and a lush tutti ensemble chorus to round things out.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01214812
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About the Composer: Antonio Carlos Jobim
Antonio Carlos Jobim fundamentally shaped the sound of Brazilian popular music in the twentieth century. His compositions, which blend samba rhythms with sophisticated harmonic language rooted in classical training, became the foundation for bossa nova and influenced jazz musicians worldwide. Jobim's melodies are immediately singable yet harmonically rich, making his standards enduring teaching tools for both jazz and commercial music students.
Why we love this
Mossman's arrangement honors Jobim's melodic gift while giving ensemble players real work to do. The featured baritone sax solo lands perfectly in a student soloist's range, the sax soli creates moment for section depth, and the textural variety throughout keeps the band engaged rather than playing background figures.
What to expect
Warm, sophisticated, unhurried. The Latin groove creates forward motion without urgency, and the harmonic language glows beneath the melody like polished mahogany. There's an effortless elegance here that rewards both listeners and performers.
Who it's for
Jazz ensemble conductors seeking repertoire that sounds professional while remaining playable by strong high school or community college groups. This works especially well for directors who want a recognizable standard without a tired arrangement, and for baritone sax players needing a featured moment that showcases their instrument's warmth.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the laid-back groove breathe. Resist the urge to push the tempo; the arrangement's sophistication emerges when players sit into the pocket rather than rush.
- Balance the baritone sax soloist against the rhythm section carefully. The solo voice should float above, not fight through, the ensemble accompaniment.
- Highlight the harmonic colors in the tutti chorus. Mossman's creative voicings reward precise ensemble intonation and clear articulation from all sections.
How to use it
Place this on a concert that mixes standards with newer works, letting its familiarity anchor an otherwise adventurous program. It pairs naturally with other Jobim selections or broader Latin jazz explorations, and it works as a late-set closer when you want the audience to leave humming.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and executing Latin jazz rhythms, especially clave-based comping
- Balancing melody with harmonic accompaniment in ensemble texture
- Solo phrasing and interaction with rhythm section support
- Blend and balance across sections in tutti voicings
- Interpreting stylistic articulation and swing feel within a Latin context