Full House: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

$11.00 USD

Full House: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

Name: Full House: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-50952S
Price: 11.00 USD
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By John L. (Wes) Montgomery / arr. Mike Kamuf

Grade: 3.5

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An exciting jazz waltz that swings all the way! The melody is stated by tenor and trombone moving into two solo sections: trombone 1 and trumpet 2, then alto 1 and tenor 1 followed by a drum solo. An interlude builds into the reprise of the melody. An outstanding chart! (5:00)

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Series: Jazz Band Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 28

ISBN10: 1-4706-6992-7

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-6992-8

UPC: 038081591810

SKU: 00-50952S

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About the Composer: John L. (Wes) Montgomery

Wes Montgomery (1923-1968) was a guitarist and composer who shaped the sound of modern jazz through his innovative use of octaves and his warm, vocal approach to improvisation. Though he began his career in Indianapolis R&B bands, Montgomery's recordings from the 1950s onward established him as one of jazz's most influential voices, influencing generations of improvisers across all instruments.

Montgomery's compositions and arrangements reflect his deep understanding of melody and swing feel. His work has become a cornerstone of the jazz standard repertoire, recorded countless times and adapted for ensembles of all sizes. For educators and students, his music offers both accessible melodic content and sophisticated harmonic vocabulary that rewards careful listening and committed performance.

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Why we love this

This chart captures everything that makes a jazz ensemble work: clear solo opportunities for multiple voices, a strong sense of forward motion, and an arrangement that builds logically from melody statement through improvisation and back. The five-minute duration gives students time to settle into the swing and develop phrasing without excessive length, making it ideal for both concert and festival programming.

What to expect

Graceful and swinging, with a melody that floats above a rhythm section committed to forward motion. The waltz meter gives it an almost ballroom elegance, yet the jazz harmonies and solo sections ground it firmly in improvisation. Each time the melody returns, it feels like a homecoming.

Who it's for

Jazz ensemble directors seeking a chart that develops solo confidence across multiple sections. The level 3.5 difficulty makes it accessible to intermediate ensembles while the arrangement's architecture rewards thoughtful musicianship from all players.

How to get the most out of it

Ground the waltz time in the swing feel rather than treating it as a straight three. The pulse lives in the eighth notes; resist any tendency to rush or flatten the rhythm.
Let the trombone 1 and trumpet 2 solos breathe during their sections. The ensemble's job is to sit back and support, not drive. This gives soloists room to stretch.
Balance the melody between tenor and trombone in the opening statement. These voices should blend rather than compete; think duet, not solo with background.
The drum solo needs space and clarity. Reduce ensemble dynamics noticeably so the drums register as a featured voice, not accompaniment buried under the horns.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a mid-program anchor, providing a change of pace from harder-driving contemporary jazz charts while showcasing individual soloist strengths. It also pairs well with other Wes Montgomery standards or with repertoire that explores the waltz meter in jazz contexts.