Drumtime: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
By George Vincent
Grade: 0.5 (Very Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0000929
$40.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Drumtime: Score | $7.00 | |
| Drumtime: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: 2nd E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: 2nd B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: 2nd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: 1st Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: 2nd Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: Guitar Chords | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: Guitar | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: Piano Accompaniment | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: String Bass | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: Drums | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: 2nd Flute | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: 2nd B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Drumtime: Baritone T.C. | $3.00 |
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Description
An easy drumset feature! This original rock chart by George Vincent is easy to rehearse and very effective for both audience and ensemble. The drumset solo is written out, and may be extended or embellished with additional percussion instruments. Give your drummer some! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
Don't just read it, hear it, play along with it, and watch your students grow with it. In MakeMusic Cloud, Drumtime: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts comes alive with professional accompaniment, adjustable tempo, and built-in practice tools that turn solo practice into real progress.
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Additional Details
Series:
Jazz Beginnings Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
82
SKU:
00-PK-0000929
More about this title
Why we love this
George Vincent wrote this with real ensemble dynamics in mind. A feature that actually showcases your drummer without leaving the rest of the band twiddling their thumbs makes a difference in student motivation and audience engagement, and this one lands both.
What to expect
Rock-grounded and groove-centered, with enough swagger to feel contemporary without demanding technical virtuosity. The written drumset part sits comfortably in the pocket, letting the ensemble settle into a solid jazz foundation while giving the drummer room to breathe.
Who it's for
Jazz ensemble directors working with Grade 0.5 players who want to feature their drummer without overwhelming the section or requiring advanced reading skills. This is ideal for groups building foundational jazz language and looking to build student investment through soloists.
How to get the most out of it
- Let your drummer explore extensions and embellishments once the written solo is solid. The score invites additional percussion layers, so encourage your rhythm section and any available mallets players to develop counter-textures.
- Lock the groove early. The rock foundation needs to feel natural before the drum feature shines, so drill the ensemble's rhythmic pocket in rehearsal before spotlighting the solo.
- Balance the drums forward in the mix during performance. A feature only works if it's actually heard, so adjust your stage setup or amplification if needed.
How to use it
Use this early in the season as a morale booster once your ensemble has basic jazz articulation and time feel in place. It works well on a casual concert or as a bridge piece between more structured charts, and it's short enough to rotate in frequently without taking up valuable rehearsal time.
Skills your students will build
- Jazz articulation and phrasing
- Playing in rock-influenced jazz groove
- Listening to and supporting a featured soloist
- Basic jazz ensemble balance and dynamics