Desafinado (F.Mantooth) vocal

Frank Mantooth's advanced-level big band arrangement of Antonio Carlos Jobim's bossa nova standard "Desafinado" is a sophisticated jazz vocal chart designed to prominently feature a vocalist. This professional-grade setting delivers a lush, authentic sound, making it an ideal choice for high school, college, or professional ensembles seeking a polished performance piece. Mantooth’s interpretation maintains the original composition's relaxed bossa nova groove, characterized by its distinctive syncopated rhythmic patterns and flowing melodic lines, while enriching it with his signature harmonic vocabulary. The arrangement navigates Jobim’s iconic melodies with nuanced voicings and dynamic contrasts, creating an engaging musical journey. This comprehensive arrangement includes a full score and parts for a standard big band instrumentation: Alto Saxophone 1, Alto Saxophone 2, Tenor Saxophone 1, Tenor Saxophone 2, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums.