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Dat Dere: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

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Dat Dere: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Dat Dere: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

By Bobby Timmons / arr. Erik Morales

Grade: 3 (Medium)

Item: 00-36044
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Taking advantage of a soulful tune with a catchy title and melody, Erik Morales captures composer Bobby Timmons's medium swing groove. At 120 BPM, with a slightly mysterious intro, the saxes grab the melody and it builds from there. A written (or ad lib) alto solo is provided with a fat shout chorus. This is an outstanding chart in every respect. (4:05)

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Series: Jazz Band Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 94
UPC: 038081408613
SKU: 00-36044

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About the Composer: Bobby Timmons

Bobby Timmons (1919–1974) was a pianist and composer whose work bridged hard bop and soul jazz. His compositions, including "Moanin'," "Dat Dere," and "This Here," became standards of the jazz repertoire and remain central to ensemble and combo settings today. Timmons's writing was marked by a gift for memorable, singable melodies paired with groove-oriented rhythmic foundations that made his pieces both musically substantial and immediately appealing to listeners.

Timmons performed and recorded extensively with Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers, one of the most influential hard bop ensembles of the 1950s and 1960s, where his compositional voice matured and gained wide exposure. His ability to craft tunes that worked equally well in small-group and ensemble contexts made him a prolific voice in jazz education and remains a staple in jazz curricula.

Why we love this

Erik Morales's arrangement honors Timmons's soulful tune while giving every section of the jazz ensemble genuine work. The slightly mysterious intro draws listeners in immediately, and the built-in alto solo (with a written option for less experienced soloists) means you're not hunting for a capable improviser to make the chart sing. The shout chorus at the end has real impact without demanding excessive technical chops.

What to expect

Warm and approachable, with a touch of mystery in the opening that gives way to forward momentum once the melody arrives. The groove sits comfortably in the pocket at medium tempo, and the soulful quality of Timmons's tune shines through every section of the band.

Who it's for

Jazz ensemble directors programming at the intermediate level who need a chart with solid musicianship demands, clear melodic interest, and built-in solo opportunities. Student musicians will find accessible yet rewarding parts that let them connect with a classic jazz composition.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the intro with space and restraint; let the mystery breathe before the saxes enter with the melody.
  • Balance the alto solo line so it sits clearly over the rhythm section without overwhelming it.
  • Lock the groove at 120 BPM early in rehearsal and return to it often, since swing feel is the foundation of the entire arrangement.
  • Build energy gradually through the chart rather than playing the shout chorus at full volume from the start; dynamic contrast makes the climax land harder.

How to use it

Program this as a concert opener or a standalone feature in a set of classic hard bop standards. Its four-minute length and Grade 3 difficulty make it ideal for mid-season performance after the ensemble has solidified fundamentals, leaving rehearsal time for both the piece and other repertoire.

Skills your students will build

  • Medium swing groove and feel at 120 BPM
  • Head arrangement balance (melody feature in saxes, supportive harmony in other sections)
  • Solo accompaniment and comping fundamentals
  • Dynamic shaping across ensemble sections
  • Listening to and responding to written melodic phrasing

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