Rio Nido - Score
by Dean Sorenson
Jazz Ensemble - Sheet Music

Band jazz ensemble - Grade 2.5

SKU: KJ.ZB370F

Composed by Dean Sorenson. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz, Repertoire. Score. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #ZB370F. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.ZB370F).

UPC: 8402701737.

Rio Nido is based on the bossa nova groove, which originated in Brazil. The feel is relaxed throughout, and played in a very "unhurried" manner. The song has an AABA form, with the melody being passed between the brass and woodwind sections every eight bars before a short interlude into the solo section. Following the solos, a brief shout chorus is heard before the song recaps at the bridge. The piece concludes with a tag of the last four bars of the song, ending on a unison pitch.

About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method

The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!