Pela Costa (Flex Jazz Ens Gr. 2.5)

Visit the Brazilian seashore with this introductory pop bossa featuring common syncopated Latin rhythms. The major harmonic setting provides a breezy feel reminiscent of a relaxing day by the sea. Written solos for alto sax and trumpet are provided in addition to chord changes for those preferring to improvise.

RHYTHM SECTION ACCOMPANIMENT DOWNLOADS

Genre: Jazz Ensemble | # of Players: 5+
Series: SpectraFlex Jazz Series
Level: 2.5 | Duration: 4:20

Instrumentation
Adaptable Wind Parts
1. High
Flute
B-flat Clarinet
Alto Saxophone
B-flat Trumpet

2. Medium
Alto Saxophone
Tenor Saxophone
B-flat Trumpet
F Horn
Trombone

3. Low
Tenor Saxophone/Baritone T.C.
Baritone Saxophone
Trombone/Euphonium

Rhythm Section Parts
4. Chord*
Guitar
Piano

5. Bass
Electra Bass
Baritone Saxophone
Tuba

6. Rhythm*
Drum Set
Claves/Maracas

*If no Chordal instruments or Drums, download the free accompaniment recording

Program Notes
Pela Costa, meaning “by the shore” in Portuguese, is a laid-back pop bossa designed to introduce common syncopated Latin rhythms. The major harmonic setting provides a breezy feel reminiscent of a relaxing day by the seaside. Written solos for alto sax and trumpet are provided in addition to chord changes for those preferring to improvise.