Rosas - Sobre Las Olas , arr. Marc Oliver

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The Most Famous Mexican Waltz — Arranged for Concert Band by Marc Oliver

Juventino Rosas (1868–1894) composed Sobre las olas (“Over the Waves”) around 1888, and it became one of the most famous and beloved waltzes in the world. Its graceful, flowing melody and lilting waltz rhythm have made it a staple of light concert programming for well over a century, and it is often mistakenly attributed to Johann Strauss — a testament to the quality and universal appeal of Rosas’s writing. Tragically, Rosas died at just 26 years old, leaving behind only a small body of work, but Sobre las olas has ensured his immortality. This edition presents the waltz in a concert band arrangement by Marc Oliver.

Performance Highlights

• One of the most famous and beloved waltzes in the world
• Graceful, flowing melody and irresistible lilting rhythm
• By Juventino Rosas — Mexico’s greatest waltz composer
• Arranged for concert band by Marc Oliver
• Digital PDF download — print-ready score and parts included

About the Arranger

Marc Oliver (1952–2017) was the primary arranger and engraver behind Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings during its founding, bringing decades of expertise in brass, band, and ensemble writing to every score. His arrangements are known for their idiomatic clarity, professional engraving quality, and deep respect for the performance traditions of the American concert band.

This is a digital product. No physical materials will be shipped. For personal and educational use only — not for resale or redistribution.