Honeysuckle Rose: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

$8.00 USD

Honeysuckle Rose: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

Name: Honeysuckle Rose: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-36030S
Price: 8.00 USD
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By Thomas "Fats" Waller / arr. Carl Strommen

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-36030S

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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: 16

UPC: 038081403960

SKU: 00-36030S

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About the Composer: Thomas "Fats" Waller

Thomas "Fats" Waller (1904-1943) was a pianist, organist, composer, and entertainer who shaped the sound of American jazz during the 1920s and 1930s. His prolific output spanned stride piano technique, theatrical revues, and standards that remain central to the jazz repertoire. Waller's gift for melody and harmony, paired with his rhythmic vitality, made him one of the most recorded artists of the swing era.

As a bandleader and soloist, Waller brought infectious joy to everything he touched. His compositions and arrangements continue to serve as essential teaching tools for understanding jazz harmony, swing feel, and the integration of blues language into popular song forms.

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Why we love this

Strommen's arrangement captures the essence of a classic jazz standard without overwhelming young players. The Grade 2 setting gives saxophones genuine solo moments and the trumpet section real work, while the modulation and shout chorus add just enough sophistication to keep ensemble musicians engaged and learning.

What to expect

Honeysuckle Rose swings with warmth and buoyancy. The melody has the hummable quality of a great standard, while the harmonies and rhythmic elasticity keep the ensemble on their toes. This is a tune that invites good humor and collective musicianship.

Who it's for

Jazz ensembles at the high school or college freshman level looking for a standard that teaches genuine jazz vocabulary without excessive technical demands. Conductors seeking a piece that develops section work, solo confidence, and ensemble swing feel in a single, rewarding arrangement.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the tenor and alto sax solos forward in the mix; they carry the character of the tune. Make sure the rhythm section is locked tight underneath, especially the piano comping during these moments.
The modulation from E-flat to F should feel like a lift, not a jolt. Articulate the transition cleanly and let the ensemble settle into the new key before diving into the shout chorus.
Shape the written trumpet solos with space and swing; avoid metronomic precision on the jazz licks. The written-out passages give soloists a framework, not a straitjacket.
In the shout chorus, tighten articulation across the ensemble to build energy. Uniform tonguing and dynamic control here will make the final statement land with impact.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece for a jazz concert or as a bridge between educational and entertaining repertoire. It works especially well paired with uptempo swingers or blues-based pieces, and its accessibility makes it ideal for a mid-season reading or an ensemble confidence builder before tackling more complex charts.