Backlash: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

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Backlash: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Backlash: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-46152
Price: 50.00 USD
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By Donald Pickett / arr. Mike Kamuf

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-46152

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A superb jazz-rock chart! At around 144 BPM---this well-written chart features superb ensemble sections, a hip interlude that builds into a big shout chorus, written-out solos for trumpet and alto, lead trumpet range is to written G, and an optional vibraphone part. This chart is will definitely make your band to shine. (4:21) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Young Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 102

UPC: 038081523217

SKU: 00-46152

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Why we love this

Backlash strikes the sweet spot between accessibility and energy. At Grade 2, it's achievable for developing ensembles, yet the jazz-rock hybrid writing, the hip interlude that builds tension, and the shout chorus land with the sophistication of something much more complex. Your students will sound polished and feel genuinely excited about what they're playing.

What to expect

Backlash combines the swagger of rock with the harmonic language of jazz. It opens with groovy ensemble writing, shifts into a calculated interlude that builds anticipation, then releases into a jubilant shout chorus that feels earned. The energy stays forward throughout its 4:21 duration.

Who it's for

Jazz ensembles at the intermediate level who want a chart with real sophistication but realistic part difficulty. This works for groups building contest experience or looking for a program opener that captures attention without requiring soloists to improvise.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the rhythm section into a tight pocket at 144 BPM. The chart's power depends on the drums and bass driving the groove consistently, especially through the interlude.
Balance the ensemble sections carefully. The parts are well-written, but young players tend to overplay when reading lush harmonies. Use dynamics markings to prevent the middle voices from drowning the lead.
Rehearse the written solos separately with trumpet and alto before sectional rehearsals. These are scored parts, not improvised solos, so accuracy on the first pass saves time.
Bring out the shout chorus transition. The build from the interlude into that section creates the chart's biggest moment. Mark the climax and make sure every section understands the dramatic arc.

How to use it

Program Backlash early in a jazz concert to establish excitement and momentum, or pair it with a slower blues to showcase your ensemble's range. It's also a strong opener for a festival or competition set where you want to leave judges with a confident, engaging first impression.