Earth, Wind Fire Dance Mix: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Earth, Wind Fire / Arranged by Paul Murtha
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00160368
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Featuring the classic dance tunes "Let's Groove," "Boogie Wonderland" and "Sing A Song," here is a fun medley of hits from Earth, Wind Fire. The infectious groove and signature horn licks make this a great choice for young players.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00160368
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About the Artist: Earth, Wind Fire
Earth, Wind Fire emerged in the 1970s as one of the most influential funk and soul bands in popular music, defined by their sophisticated horn arrangements, propulsive grooves, and genre-blending approach. Their catalog of hits demonstrates how tight ensemble playing, precise rhythmic discipline, and bold orchestration can capture mainstream audiences while maintaining genuine musical complexity. For music educators, their work offers an accessible entry point into funk and soul idioms that students recognize and want to play.
Why we love this
This medley gives young jazz ensembles permission to sound fun and confident without dumbing down the musicianship. The three-tune structure keeps energy high and provides natural moments for section features, while the Grade 2 level means your section leaders and soloists get material that sits comfortably in their range. Students connect immediately to music they've actually heard, which builds buy-in faster than many traditional jazz curricula.
What to expect
Irresistible forward momentum anchored in funk grooves that pull the ensemble together. The horn writing sparkles with personality, and the familiar melodies invite the audience to tap along.
Who it's for
Young jazz ensembles hungry for repertoire with immediate appeal and a clear payoff for concert audiences. It works equally well for directors introducing funk and soul styles or those looking for a program piece that doesn't require extensive arrangement knowledge to bring off effectively.
How to get the most out of it
- Isolate the horn section's signature licks in sectional rehearsals; these moments define the arrangement's character and deserve crisp, unified articulation.
- Lock the groove between rhythm section and drums before layering horn parts. The pocket here drives everything else.
- Let the soloists breathe within the changes rather than over rehearsing them into rigidity. Funk grooves need space to swing.
- Mark dynamics carefully in the parts so ensemble hits land with punch and quieter passages stay grounded in the groove.
How to use it
Perfect for a pops or spring concert where you want to showcase ensemble personality and reach listeners beyond the traditional jazz audience. It also serves as an excellent mid-year performance vehicle while your ensemble develops skills on more demanding repertoire.
Skills your students will build
- Funk and soul groove vocabulary, especially syncopated rhythms in the horn section
- Trading solos and responding to section cues
- Articulation clarity and ensemble blend within a specific contemporary style
- Reading and executing head arrangements with written licks and specific rhythmic hits