Blues March: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

$48.00 USD

Blues March: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Blues March: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-40350
Price: 48.00 USD
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By Benny Golson / arr. Terry White

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-40350

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Composed by the great Benny Golson, this classic jazz standard will enhance your library. At 120 BPM, this swing-march begins with trumpet, alto and tenor on the melody, and then builds. Written-out solos provided for tenor, trumpet and alto, a sweet shout chorus, a sax section soli and a big ending complete the package. Includes all the usual optional parts plus vibes and clarinet.

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Series: Young Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 98

UPC: 038081452616

SKU: 00-40350

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About the Composer: Benny Golson

Benny Golson stands among jazz's most gifted melodists and bandleaders. His career as a saxophonist, composer, and arranger spans decades, and his ability to craft memorable, singable lines has made his compositions enduring standards in both straight-ahead jazz and educational settings. Golson's work emphasizes clarity and accessibility without sacrificing sophistication, qualities that have earned him respect from musicians across all levels.

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Why we love this

This is a Golson piece that actually swings hard at an ensemble level. Terry White's arrangement gives young players the authentic jazz experience without overwhelming them: written-out solos mean less guesswork, the shout chorus builds ensemble enthusiasm, and the sax soli reminds players what section unity sounds like. At Grade 2, it's genuinely fun to play and doesn't feel watered down.

What to expect

A march with swagger. The piece walks a satisfying line between structured and loose, with a swagger that comes from the written-out solos, crisp section hits, and that big ending. It feels professional and purposeful, like a real jazz band moment that students can own.

Who it's for

Jazz ensemble directors working with students at the intermediate early level who want something that teaches ensemble discipline, swing phrasing, and jazz history without requiring advanced reading or improvisation skills. Players with a semester or two of jazz experience will find the written solos approachable and the overall architecture clear.

How to get the most out of it

Establish the swing feel early in sectional rehearsals. The march framework gives students structure, but the written solos need space to breathe. Lock the rhythm section first, then layer in melody.
Balance the opening melody across trumpet, alto, and tenor. These voices should blend as a single line, not three separate ones competing for attention.
Shape the written solos with dynamics and phrasing, not just accuracy. Encourage soloists to listen to recordings and find the conversational quality in their lines.
Let the big ending land. The arrangement builds to it deliberately. Make sure brass has the chops and confidence to deliver the final punch cleanly.

How to use it

Open a jazz concert with this, or use it as a mid-set energy piece that bridges into deeper repertoire. It works equally well as a spring concert closer when you want something celebratory. The 98 pages mean it's substantial enough to anchor a set and give every player something meaningful to do.