Five Spot After Dark: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

$42.00 USD

Five Spot After Dark: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Five Spot After Dark: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-46151
Price: 42.00 USD
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By Benny Golson / arr. Mike Story

Grade: 1 (Easy)

Item: 00-46151

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A jazz standard played by all the greats, this swing chart is ideal for every young band. Played around 132 BPM, all the ingredients are here: easy tempo, easy ranges, written solos for tenor and trumpet, shout chorus, clear rhythm parts, and plenty of optional parts to include vibes. This one hits the spot! (2:45)

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Series: First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 66

UPC: 038081526393

SKU: 00-46151

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About the Composer: Benny Golson

Benny Golson stands as one of jazz's most skilled composers and arrangers, with a career spanning decades as both a saxophonist and bandleader. His compositions, including "Killer Joe" and "Along Came Betty," have become standards recorded by countless ensembles across the jazz world. Golson's writing demonstrates deep understanding of how jazz voices work together, balancing accessibility with sophistication in a way that serves both emerging and experienced musicians.

As an educator and mentor, Golson has influenced generations of jazz players through his work as a performer and through the clarity of his compositions. His pieces teach fundamental jazz concepts without compromising musicality, making them invaluable for young ensembles building their jazz vocabulary.

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Why we love this

This chart gives first-year jazz players exactly what they need: a swinging standard that sounds mature without requiring technical fireworks. Mike Story's arrangement respects the original melody while creating clear pathways for beginning ensemble players, and the written solos offer young musicians a structured introduction to improvisation over a tune they'll hear on every jazz radio station.

What to expect

Confident and relaxed, like walking into a smoky club where the band knows exactly what they're playing. The piece swings hard on an easy groove, with written solos that invite players to taste what improvisation feels like without overwhelming them.

Who it's for

First-year jazz ensembles and young bands picking up jazz idioms for the first time. This works beautifully for groups that have solid fundamental reading skills but limited jazz experience, as well as for students making their first pass at solo playing in a jazz context.

How to get the most out of it

Set the tempo at 132 BPM and lock the swing feel between drums and bass before the ensemble comes in. The rhythmic clarity here drives the entire piece.
Feature the tenor and trumpet solos prominently during rehearsal. These students are carrying the piece's jazz identity, so give them space to phrase with confidence.
Balance the shout chorus so ensemble hits land together without rushing. This section should feel like controlled energy, not panic.
Use the optional vibes parts selectively based on your instrumentation. They sweeten the sound without being essential, so include them only if the student is solid on time.

How to use it

Open a jazz-focused concert with this tune to establish energy and swing. It also works well as a bridge between classical and jazz repertoire in a mixed program, or as the centerpiece of a first jazz festival appearance where you want students to experience the thrill of playing a real standard.