Hal Leonard Soul Bossa Nova (arr. Rick Stitzel) - Easy Jazz Ensemble
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Summary of This Sheet Music
Even before becoming an essential nod thanks to Austin Powers, this Quincy Jones standard had already won over stages and listeners with its contagious energy and instantly memorable motif. This sheet music emphasizes the joy of playing and musical effectiveness: the catchy theme, danceable character, and festive atmosphere make it a perfect choice to energize a program, open a concert, or add a "pop culture" touch without sacrificing quality of writing.
Designed to be easy to learn and fun to play, it allows your ensemble to quickly focus on the essentials: articulation, rhythmic precision, balance of sections, and groove setup. The included full performance CD is a true educational asset to lock in nuances, understand the style, and work independently between rehearsals. The result: a piece that quickly becomes a group favorite... and a highlight for the audience.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Latin | ||
| Composer | Quincy Jones | Genre | standard |
| Publisher | Cherry Lane | Difficulty | easy |
| Instrumentation | ensemble | ||
Questions frequently asked
What is the difficulty level of this sheet music?
The difficulty is listed as easy, with the writing designed for quick mastery by the entire ensemble.
Is the CD included with Soul Bossa Nova arranged by Rick Stitzel?
A full performance CD is included. It helps to identify dynamics and work on the style between rehearsals.
For which musical style is this sheet music written?
The indicated musical genre is Latin, driven by the characteristic dance motif of Quincy Jones's "Soul Bossa Nova."
Who composed Soul Bossa Nova?
The composition is by Quincy Jones, while the provided arrangement is by Rick Stitzel.
Is this edition suitable for a beginner ensemble?
The instrumentation is specified for ensemble and the easy level supports articulation work. The sheet music emphasizes rhythmic accuracy. The edition is published by Cherry Lane.



