I've Told Ev'ry Little Star: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
By Jerome Kern / By Oscar Hammerstein II / Arranged by Michael Philip Mossman
Grade: 4
Item: 35-PK00247855
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In the able hands of master arranger Michael Philip Mossman, this popular standard from the 1930s takes on new life. Using a mix of cha-cha and mambo styles, this marvelous arrangement becomes a solo vehicle for tenor sax, along with ample space for the full band to shine. Throughout, this chart is loaded with impact and attitude!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00247855
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About the Composer: Jerome Kern
Jerome Kern (1885–1945) shaped American musical theater with a gift for melody that transcended the Broadway stage. His sophisticated harmonies and rhythmic vitality influenced generations of composers, and his songs became standards that jazz musicians have reinterpreted countless times. In the classroom, Kern's work provides a bridge between classical training and the jazz idiom, showing students how strong songwriting principles adapt across genres.
Why we love this
Mossman's arrangement captures all the swagger and propulsion of a 1930s standard while giving it a contemporary Latin spin that keeps players engaged from top to bottom. The tenor sax feature draws out the song's inherent sophistication, and the full ensemble passages deliver the kind of musical satisfaction that makes jazz feel immediate and alive in the rehearsal room.
What to expect
Suave and rhythmically propulsive, with the warmth of a song rooted in American songbook tradition wrapped in Latin percussion color. The melody floats with ease, but the Latin grooves underneath give it forward momentum and personality.
Who it's for
Jazz ensembles working at Grade 4 level who want a chart with both accessibility and sophistication. The tenor sax spotlight makes this especially valuable for bands with a strong lead player looking for a feature that teaches both improvisation and ensemble communication.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the tenor sax solo against the rhythm section so the soloist sits comfortably in the pocket without being buried; the feature works best when the band supports rather than overpowers.
- Lock the cha-cha and mambo grooves early in sectionals; rhythmic clarity in the accompaniment patterns makes the solo passages sing.
- Shape the full ensemble hits with precision and attitude; Mossman has written moments that demand unified articulation and dynamic control to land the intended impact.
- Encourage the tenor player to phrase like a vocalist interpreting a standard; this song was written for the human voice, and that sensibility should carry through the jazz interpretation.
How to use it
Pair this with other Kern standards or use it as the jazz segment in a concert that spans American musical styles from Broadway to bebop. It works equally well as a spring concert feature or as a showcase moment in a winter program where you want to demonstrate the ensemble's swing credentials.
Skills your students will build
- Soloing over changes in a jazz context
- Maintaining groove consistency within cha-cha and mambo rhythmic patterns
- Balancing sectional independence with ensemble cohesion
- Phrasing and interpretation of a standard melody
- Reading and responding to Latin percussion cues