Israel: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

This arrangement taps directly into one of jazz history's most influential recordings without sacrificing the substance that makes the tune worth playing. Mike Tomaro's adaptation respects both the harmonic sophistication that defines Carisi's writing and the particular voice Miles Davis brought to the original, giving your ensemble access to a legitimate jazz standard arranged at a level that challenges without overwhelming.

Elegantly poised and unhurried. The tune unfolds with the kind of melodic clarity and harmonic richness that feels both modern and timeless, never rushing itself or demanding flash from the ensemble. There's a quietness to it, a confidence that the writing will speak without needing to overwhelm.

Jazz ensemble directors working at the intermediate to advanced level who want their students to engage with genuine jazz repertoire rooted in a canonical recording. This is for ensembles ready to tackle advanced harmonic language and for soloists willing to invest in transcription and understanding of jazz vocabulary beyond the printed page.

• Approach the harmonic movement with deliberate voice leading in the ensemble parts; these chords demand clarity and precision from your section players, not just accuracy on the written notes.
• Study the transcribed solos before rehearsal so you can model the phrasing and articulation for your alto and trumpet soloists. The original recording captures a specific restraint that sets the tone.
• If you use the optional extended solo sections, establish clear head arrangements with your soloists beforehand so they can comfortably navigate the changes without losing the tune's intrinsic cool.

Pair this with other cool jazz standards or post-bop material to create a cohesive set that traces the lineage of modern jazz composition. It works equally well as a concert opener that establishes sophistication or as a mid-set piece that showcases your ensemble's harmonic maturity.

• Reading advanced harmonic structures and voice leading
• Interpreting transcribed solos and analyzing jazz articulation
• Navigating changes in ensemble context without over-playing
• Building ensemble cohesion around complex chord progressions