Haven't Met You Yet: Vocal Solo with Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Words and music by Michael Bublé, Alan Chang, and Amy Foster / arr. Scott Ragsdale
Grade: 3 (Medium)
Item: 00-PK-0006957
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Description
The smash hit by Michael Bublé, now showcased by your vocal soloist and jazz ensemble. Vocal range is from F below middle C up to third line B, and lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff. Audiences are sure to smile when they hear this popular tune.
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Additional Details
Series:
Jazz Vocal Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
90
SKU:
00-PK-0006957
More about this title
About the Composer: Michael Bublé
Michael Bublé is a Canadian singer-songwriter and performer known for his sophisticated interpretations of jazz standards and contemporary pop songs. His recordings have achieved global commercial success while maintaining strong appeal across jazz and mainstream audiences, making his work frequently programmed in educational jazz contexts.
Why we love this
Scott Ragsdale's arrangement captures the warmth and accessibility that made this tune a worldwide hit while giving your jazz ensemble a genuinely fun, audience-pleasing vehicle that doesn't sacrifice musicianship. The Grade 3 voicings stay playable for student sections, but the soloist gets to shine in a contemporary pop-jazz context that students actually want to perform.
What to expect
Optimistic and ebullient, with the characteristic smoothness of modern jazz-pop production. The arrangement balances sophistication with genuine lightness, creating a performance that feels both polished and approachable.
Who it's for
Jazz ensemble directors who want to feature a vocal soloist in a contemporary, commercially successful arrangement that appeals to audiences of all ages. Vocal soloists seeking a Grade 3 jazz vehicle that sits comfortably within a standard high school or early college jazz ensemble format.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the vocal line prominently in the mix; the ensemble's role is to support and color the melody rather than compete for attention.
- Shape the phrasing with the vocalist, allowing space for interpretive freedom in rubato passages while keeping the ensemble rhythmically anchored.
- Attend to the lead trumpet's range at written A above the staff; confirm your lead player's comfort at this height during early rehearsals and consider transposition or doubling strategies if needed.
- Lock the rhythm section with clarity on the groove; a solid bassist and drummer foundation will give the soloist confidence and keep the ensemble cohesive.
How to use it
Program this as a spring or end-of-year concert piece to close a set on an uplifting note, or use it mid-program to shift the energy and engage the audience with a widely recognized melody. It pairs well alongside classic jazz standards, offering a clear contrast that demonstrates your ensemble's stylistic range.
Skills your students will build
- Accompanying a vocal soloist with sensitivity and rhythmic precision
- Reading and performing contemporary jazz voicings at Grade 3 level
- Balancing section blend while supporting a featured melodic line
- Interpreting swing and groove-based rhythms in a pop-jazz context
- Managing wide instrumental ranges (lead trumpet written A above staff)