I Love Being Here with You (Key: Db): Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Peggy Lee / Arranged by John Clayton
Grade: 5
Item: 35-PK00398677
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Originally recorded by Peggy Lee in 1960, this upbeat swinger exudes a great message and positive energy. Perfect for a singer to add their own personality and connect with the audience. John Clayton's standout arrangement was recorded by Queen Latifah on her album "Trav'lin' Light".
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00398677
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About the Artist: Peggy Lee
Peggy Lee emerged as one of the most sophisticated and influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century, bringing intelligence and emotional nuance to every performance. Her recording career spanned decades, and she became known for her ability to inhabit a song completely, whether performing a tender ballad or a swinging uptempo number with infectious charm.
Why we love this
John Clayton's arrangement captures the infectious optimism of the original while giving your ensemble room to breathe and your vocalist space to shine. The Grade 5 level makes this accessible without sacrificing jazz sophistication, and the positive message lands genuinely rather than feeling forced.
What to expect
The energy here is genuine warmth, not saccharine. There's a lightness and swing to the orchestration that invites the listener in, and the arrangement lets the melody breathe naturally over a propulsive but never aggressive groove. This is the sound of someone having a real conversation with an audience, backed by a band that knows exactly how to support that conversation.
Who it's for
This works beautifully for any jazz ensemble with a vocalist who enjoys connecting with audiences and isn't afraid of a positive message. It suits groups building confidence at the Grade 5 level, where the arranging is intelligent but the technical demands remain manageable.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the ensemble swell behind the vocalist's phrases; this swinger lives in the spaces between the melody and the rhythm section.
- Keep the cymbals bright and articulate in the groove. Clayton's orchestration relies on clarity in the upper voices, so resist the urge to darken the sonic palette.
- Communicate with your soloist about where they want to stretch or lock the tempo. The best performances of this arrangement let the singer's personality drive the pocket.
- Balance the saxophone section carefully. The horn lines need definition without overpowering the vocalist or muddying the ensemble texture.
How to use it
Open a concert with this number to set an upbeat tone immediately, or use it as a palate cleanser between heavier repertoire. It also pairs well with other Grade 5 jazz material when you're building a set that showcases your ensemble's range from swinging standards to contemporary jazz sounds.
Skills your students will build
- Trading solos and comping patterns in a jazz swing feel
- Balancing melodic support with rhythmic precision
- Collaborative listening between soloist and ensemble
- Phrasing and articulation in uptempo jazz contexts
- Managing dynamics in an arrangement with layered orchestration