Nostalgia in Times Square, composed by Charles Mingus and arranged by Victor López, is a Grade 2.5 jazz ensemble piece published by Alfred Music in the Young Jazz Ensemble series. Swinging at around 144 BPM, this arrangement features written solos for tenor sax and trumpet, accessible brass ranges, and engaging solis and interludes. It captures Mingus’s signature blend of groove and sophistication, making it a standout choice for developing jazz ensembles.
