Gerardo Matos Rodriguez Sheet Music
About this collection
Gerardo Matos Rodriguez Sheet Music
Gerardo Matos Rodriguez's "La Cumparsita" stands as one of the most iconic tango compositions, and this collection brings it to life across multiple instrumental combinations. These medium-difficult arrangements capture the passionate character of the tango, making them ideal for concert bands, chamber ensembles, and jazz groups looking to add Latin repertoire to their programs. David Marlatt's arrangements ensure that each instrumental voicing maintains the melody's emotional weight while suiting the strengths of different ensemble types.
Who it's for
- Brass and woodwind ensemble directors seeking Latin repertoire
- Chamber musicians performing medium-difficult tango arrangements
- Concert and jazz bands programming iconic Latin standards
What's inside
- Multiple "La Cumparsita" arrangements for brass quintet, brass quartet, and trumpet/flugelhorn sextet
- Woodwind options including clarinet quintet, woodwind quartet, and saxophone quartet voicings
- Score and parts provided in shipped format for all arrangements
Things to consider
All pieces in this collection sit at medium-difficult level, so they work well for intermediate to advanced ensembles comfortable with tango idioms and expressive phrasing. Choose your arrangement based on the instruments available in your group. If you're new to performing tango, note that these pieces benefit from rhythmic precision and attention to the characteristic syncopation that defines the style.