Cold Duck Time: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

$54.00 USD

Cold Duck Time: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Cold Duck Time: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-40357
Price: 54.00 USD
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By Eddie Harris / arr. Erik Morales

Grade: 3 (Medium)

Item: 00-40357

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Wow! This chart is totally smokin'. A terrific tune set in a funky-rock groove set around 132--144 BPM, a straight-eighth feel and very hip opening intro lick. Solos are available (written out) for alto, bari, trumpet 2, and guitar---and the lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff (optional B). Check it out! (4:02) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Jazz Band Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 106

UPC: 038081452630

SKU: 00-40357

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About the Composer: Eddie Harris

Eddie Harris (1936-1996) was a saxophonist and composer who bridged soul, funk, and jazz with remarkable ease. His work defined the intersection of straight-ahead jazz and R&B groove, earning him a devoted following among musicians who valued both harmonic sophistication and raw funk energy.

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Why we love this

Erik Morales has captured the essence of Harris's funky-rock sensibility in an arrangement that sits perfectly at the Grade 3 level. The written solos for multiple voices mean your section players get featured moments without requiring high-level improvisation skills, and that smoking groove will keep audiences engaged from the first note.

What to expect

Funky and forward-moving, with a groove that makes you want to move. The rock-influenced feel gives it an edge beyond traditional swing jazz, and the clearly voiced ensemble passages sit comfortably in the middle of the band's range while those solo spots let individual voices shine.

Who it's for

This chart works for jazz ensembles that want to program something with genuine funk credentials without requiring students to improvise from changes. The written solos make it accessible to developing players while the arrangement's sophistication keeps experienced musicians engaged.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the straight-eighth feel as your foundation. The funky groove lives in precision, not swing, so your rhythm section needs clarity above all else.
Let the opening intro lick breathe. It's hip precisely because it's lean and confident; resist over-rehearsing the articulation into something stiff.
Balance the solo sections so each voice cuts through the ensemble. Alto, baritone, trumpet 2, and guitar all need space to be heard above the groove.
Keep the tempo stable between 132 and 144 BPM. Test both ends during rehearsal to find what feels most natural for your section's pocket.

How to use it

Program this for a concert that celebrates funk and groove-based jazz. It pairs well with straight-ahead bebop numbers since the stylistic contrast will highlight what makes each piece distinctive. The under-five-minute runtime also makes it a solid choice for festivals where you want personality without eating up your allotted time.