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Intermediate trumpet sheet music for "Esa" by Bobby Capo, in B♭ major at about 167 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Trumpet Sheet Music for "Esa" by Bobby Capo

Preview of the intermediate trumpet sheet music arrangement for “Esa” by Bobby Capo.

Esa by Bobby Capo
Trumpet Sheet Music

B transposingTreble clefMid-staff range

The trumpet 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

Genretango · Latin American folk · classical crossover
Moodmelancholic · dramatic · passionate
Signaturedramatic tango lament with classical elegance
B major
Key
167
BPM
3/4
Time
Chords

The progression

B
Gm
Cm7
F7
Dm
G7
C7
Cm
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusInstrumentalVerseChorusBridgeFinal ChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

bandoneón
lead melodic voice, expressive phrasing
acoustic guitar
rhythmic strumming, syncopated tango pattern
acoustic bass
warm, resonant foundation, walking bassline
string section (violins, violas, cellos)
lush, sweeping harmonies and counter‑melodies
brush drums
soft, brush‑based percussion, subtle swing feel
piano
sparse, delicate arpeggios and chordal support
Album & artist
ALBUM

Dos inmortales de Puerto Rico (2004)

All of Dos inmortales de Puerto Rico
Artist

Bobby Capo

Bobby Capo (born Felix Manuel Rodriguez Capo, January 1, 1922, in Coamo, Puerto Rico) was a singer and songwriter who spent much of his adult life in New York City. He worked primarily in bolero and Latino pop, often mixing those styles with elements of Puerto Rican folk music and classical influences. He was a prolific composer, said to have written thousands of songs, many of which became standards recorded by other artists across Latin America.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Esa" in?

"Esa" by Bobby Capo is in B♭ major.

What is the tempo of "Esa"?

"Esa" plays at around 167 BPM in 3/4 time.

What chords are in "Esa"?

The core progression is B♭, Gm, Cm7, F7, Dm, and G7, built around the B♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Esa"?

The recording features bandoneón, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass, brush drums, string section (violins, violas, cellos), and piano.

Can I get "Esa" trumpet sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate trumpet sheet music arrangement of "Esa" by Bobby Capo, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Esa" trumpet sheet music easy to play?

"Esa" trumpet sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 167 BPM in B♭ major with 17 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 "Esa" trumpet sheet music?

Yes. The beginner trumpet sheet music for "Esa" 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 "Esa" on?

"Esa" appears on Dos inmortales de Puerto Rico (2004).

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