Honeysuckle Rose: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

$48.00 USD

Honeysuckle Rose: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Honeysuckle Rose: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-36030
Price: 48.00 USD
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By Thomas "Fats" Waller / arr. Carl Strommen

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-36030

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A great jazz standard at a medium tempo. It is full of great jazz licks, sax solis, a modulation from E-flat to F, a shout chorus, and interesting harmonies and rhythmic patterns. Trumpet 2 and piano solos are written out and trumpet 1 range is to written G on top of the staff.

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Series: Young Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 90

UPC: 038081403953

SKU: 00-36030

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About the Composer: Thomas "Fats" Waller

Thomas "Fats" Waller (1904-1943) was a pianist, organist, composer, and entertainer who became one of jazz's most prolific and influential figures during the 1920s and 1930s. Known for his virtuosic stride piano technique, witty vocals, and infectious energy, Waller composed hundreds of songs that became standards of the jazz repertoire, many written in collaboration with lyricist Andy Razaf. His ability to blend sophisticated harmonies with accessible melodies made his work beloved by both serious musicians and general audiences.

Waller's compositions remain central to jazz education because they exemplify the harmonic innovation and rhythmic vitality of the swing era while remaining approachable for student ensembles. His influence extended beyond jazz into American popular music, and his legacy as a bandleader and recording artist demonstrates the full scope of what a jazz musician could achieve during that period.

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Why we love this

Strommen's arrangement captures the essential character of this Waller standard while keeping the ensemble parts manageable for Grade 2 musicians. The written-out trumpet 2 and piano solos give students access to authentic jazz phrasing without requiring advanced improvisational skills, while the modulation from E-flat to F and shout chorus provide enough sophistication to keep experienced players engaged.

What to expect

Honeysuckle Rose bounces with the swagger and wit characteristic of 1930s swing. The piece moves at a conversational medium tempo, allowing the ensemble to settle into a relaxed groove while the sax licks and solo passages inject moments of sophisticated playfulness that feel both accomplished and fun to perform.

Who it's for

Jazz ensemble directors working with Grade 2 (medium easy) students who want to teach authentic jazz standards without overwhelming younger or newer players. The accessible level makes this suitable for high school jazz ensembles early in their development or middle school groups with prior jazz experience.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the sax solis carefully against the rhythm section; these passages are a feature, not background, so articulation and tone clarity matter more than volume.
Treat the modulation from E-flat to F as a harmonic lift rather than simply a change of key. The ensemble's energy should rise perceptibly when the key shifts.
Lock the rhythm section (piano, bass, drums) tight before rehearsing the full ensemble. The interesting rhythmic patterns are built on a solid groove.
Shape the shout chorus with dynamic contrast. Let it build from the ensemble's preceding material so it lands as a genuine climax, not an abrupt shift.

How to use it

This works exceptionally well as a bridge piece in a jazz concert, connecting students' experience with standards to the improvisational demands of swing repertoire. Program it between a ballad and a high-energy chart to showcase the ensemble's range, or pair it with other Waller compositions to build thematic continuity.