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Intermediate tenor sax sheet music for "Batiri Cha Cha" by Poncho Sanchez, in C major at about 167 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Tenor Sax Sheet Music for "Batiri Cha Cha" by Poncho Sanchez

Preview of the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement for “Batiri Cha Cha” by Poncho Sanchez.

Batiri Cha Cha by Poncho Sanchez
Tenor Sax Sheet Music

B♭ transposingTreble clefMid-staff range

The tenor sax part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument. It is a B♭ transposing instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

GenreSalsa · Latin Jazz · Big Band
MoodEnergetic · Joyful · Celebratory
SignatureBatiri Cha Cha, lively big band salsa
C major
Key
167
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D
Fmaj7
B♭7
Em7
A7
Dm
G7
Cmaj7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusInstrumental BreakBridgeFinal ChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

Tuba
Deep, resonant bass foundation that locks in with the percussion, providing the characteristic low‑end drive of salsa.
Trombone
Bright, punchy lead lines and harmonies, often carrying the main melodic hooks.
Congas
Dynamic, percussive hand drums that drive the clave and add rhythmic complexity.
Horn Section
A full brass ensemble (trumpets, trombones, saxes) delivering tight, punchy hits, melodic riffs, and call‑and‑response figures.
Piano
Rhythmic montuno patterns with syncopated chords, supporting the groove and adding harmonic color.
Percussion Section
A layered ensemble of congas, claves, tambourine, and auxiliary percussion that creates a dense, dance‑inducing groove.
Trumpet
Sharp, soaring lines that cut through the mix, adding sparkle to the horn section.
Claves
Wooden sticks that articulate the clave pattern, giving the track its essential Latin pulse.
Tambourine
Bright, jingling accents that enhance the rhythmic texture and fill gaps between hits.
Bass Guitar
Solid, walking bass lines that reinforce the harmonic progression and lock with the congas.
Album & artist
ALBUM

Latin Spirits (2001)

Latin Spirits pulls together Latin dance, mainstream jazz, and New Orleans blues into one record, with guest spots from pianist Chick Corea and harmonica player Dale Spalding adding notable variety. It is a wide-ranging set that shows Sanchez moving comfortably across different corners of the jazz and Latin music worlds.

All of Latin Spirits
Artist

Poncho Sanchez

Poncho Sanchez (born Ildefonso Sanchez, October 30, 1951) is a conga player, bandleader, and salsa singer from Laredo, Texas, raised in the Los Angeles area. He plays in the Latin jazz tradition, drawing heavily on Afro-Cuban rhythms while mixing in soul, funk, and straight-ahead jazz. In 2000, he and his ensemble won a Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album.

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Good to know

What key is "Batiri Cha Cha" in?

"Batiri Cha Cha" by Poncho Sanchez is in C major.

What is the tempo of "Batiri Cha Cha"?

"Batiri Cha Cha" plays at around 167 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "Batiri Cha Cha"?

The core progression is D, Fmaj7, B♭7, Em7, A7, and Dm, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Batiri Cha Cha"?

The recording features Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Piano, Congas, Claves, Tambourine, Bass Guitar, Percussion Section, and Horn Section.

Can I get "Batiri Cha Cha" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement of "Batiri Cha Cha" by Poncho Sanchez, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Batiri Cha Cha" tenor sax sheet music easy to play?

"Batiri Cha Cha" tenor sax sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 167 BPM in C major with 23 chords to navigate, the part leans toward the harder end. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Batiri Cha Cha" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. The beginner tenor sax sheet music for "Batiri Cha Cha" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "Batiri Cha Cha" on?

"Batiri Cha Cha" appears on Latin Spirits (2001).

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