Eleanor Rigby: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by The Beatles / Arranged by Eric Richards
Grade: 5
Item: 35-PK00256786
$65.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Eleanor Rigby - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $10.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Soprano Sax | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Alternate Alto Sax | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Alto Sax | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Tenor Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Tenor Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Trumpet 4 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Trumpet 5 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Trombone 3 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Trombone 4 | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Guitar | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Piano | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Bass | $6.00 | |
| Eleanor Rigby - Drums | $6.00 |
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Description
Commissioned by the US Army Jazz Ambassadors, this arrangement by Eric Richards shines new light on the beauty and depth of the classic Beatles hit. An up-tempo Brazilian groove gives way to hints of samba and songo, but always with a smooth and laid back feel. Piano solo is featured off the top, followed by a trio of tenor, trombone and guitar on the head, and later solo space for one or more of these players. A brief nod to the classical feel of the original Beatles track helps build to a climactic shout for the full ensemble. Nice!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00256786
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About the Artist: The Beatles
The Beatles fundamentally changed popular music during the 1960s, moving beyond simple pop formulas to embrace studio innovation, harmonic sophistication, and lyrical depth. Their catalog remains essential listening for musicians across all genres because it demonstrates how melody, arrangement, and emotional directness can coexist with musical complexity.
Why we love this
Eric Richards has crafted an arrangement that honors the song's introspective character while completely reimagining its rhythmic foundation. The interplay between a relaxed Brazilian groove and ensemble shout sections gives your ensemble multiple textures to explore, making this work as engaging for players as it is for audiences.
What to expect
The arrangement wraps Eleanor Rigby in warmth and movement, transforming the original's spare melancholy into something dancing and alive. Piano and rhythm section anchor the groove while horns and reeds float above it, creating moments of both introspection and collective joy.
Who it's for
Jazz ensembles at the Grade 5 level who want to explore contemporary arranging approaches applied to iconic material. Directors seeking repertoire that works equally well in concert settings and festival competitions will find a polished, musically substantive option.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the laid-back feel of the Brazilian groove with the energy of the ensemble shout. The contrast between these sections will feel flat if you rush the tempo during groovy passages or lose intensity during the climactic moment.
- Feature your soloists generously on the tenor, trombone, and guitar sections. Let these players breathe and find their own voice within the head; a recorded accompaniment can help lock the rhythm section, but the solos should feel conversational rather than rigid.
- Shape the arc from the opening piano solo through the classical nod and into the final shout. These three distinct musical landscapes need clear transitions; rehearse them as separate movements before stitching them together.
How to use it
Open a set with this piece to immediately signal that your jazz ensemble reimagines familiar material through fresh harmonic and rhythmic lenses. It pairs naturally with other contemporary jazz arrangements and serves as a bridge between classical repertoire and straight-ahead jazz numbers.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and executing Brazilian rhythmic feels (samba and songo patterns)
- Balancing solo and ensemble textures within a single arrangement
- Responding to dynamic and tempo shifts that occur within a single tune
- Listening to soloists and supporting them as a section rather than simply reading charts