Charles Mingus Sheet Music
About this collection
Charles Mingus Sheet Music
Charles Mingus stands among jazz's most inventive composers, and this collection brings his memorable works to the concert stage. You'll find essential pieces like Goodbye Pork Pie Hat and Nostalgia in Times Square in scores and parts scaled for working ensembles. These arrangements span grade levels 2 through 3.5, making them accessible for high school and college jazz bands while maintaining Mingus's harmonic sophistication.
Who it's for
- Jazz band and ensemble directors seeking authentic Mingus compositions
- Saxophone quartets and small jazz groups
- Music educators introducing students to jazz standards and Great American Songbook
What's inside
- Jazz ensemble arrangements at grades 2 through 3.5
- Conductor scores paired with individual parts, available in print and PDF
- Saxophone-focused pieces including quartet configurations
- Arrangements by respected jazz educators including Alan Baylock and Victor López
Things to consider
Start with Nostalgia in Times Square (grade 2.5) if your ensemble is newer to jazz repertoire, or jump to Goodbye Pork Pie Hat (grade 3.5) for more advanced players. Decide between full ensemble or smaller saxophone quartet formats based on your instrumentation. Most titles come as conductor score and parts bundles, letting you print what you need or download PDFs for immediate access.