Jump, Jive An' Wail: Flex Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
By Louis Prima / As performed by The Brian Setzer Orchestra / Arranged by Johnnie Vinson
Grade: 2-3
Item: 35-PK00156775
$65.00
Pickup currently not available
Buy Extra Parts (Digital PDF Download)
Parts Added to Cart!
Description
Originally recorded by Louis Prima, but also a bit hit for the Brian Setzer Orchestra, this hoppin' tune epitomizes the energetic "jump swing" style. Dur: 1:45
Jump, Jive An' Wail: Flex Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts isn't in MakeMusic Cloud just yet...but it could be. Let us know you'd like to see it, and you'll help shape what comes next. In the meantime, start a free trial and dive into thousands of interactive titles your students can play along with today.
Request This Title
Tell us you want it.
Start Your Free Trial
Explore everything that's ready to play right now.
Sample Audio
No sample audio found.
Sample Video
No sample videos found.
Additional Details
Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00156775
More about this title
About the Composer: Louis Prima
Louis Prima (1910-1978) was an Italian-American trumpet player, singer, and bandleader who became one of the architects of jump swing in the 1940s and 1950s. His infectious energy and showmanship set the template for high-octane jazz entertainment; his recordings with his orchestra became standards of the genre and influenced generations of performers who followed.
Why we love this
Johnnie Vinson's arrangement captures everything that makes jump swing irresistible while keeping the part writing accessible for Grade 2-3 ensembles. Your students will feel the propulsive groove and infectious joy immediately, and the tight 1:45 duration means you can actually fit this into a concert without eating up rehearsal time for weeks.
What to expect
Jumping, propulsive, and joyful. The tune bounces with an almost irresistible swing feel, driven by a steady rhythm section and bright melodic lines that invite players to swing. There's a lightness and buoyancy to it that makes even the simplest parts feel alive.
Who it's for
Flex ensembles in the Grade 2-3 range looking for repertoire that is fun to play, energizing to rehearse, and genuinely engaging for audiences. This works equally well for jazz bands with mixed instrumentation or chamber groups seeking a high-energy closer.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the ensemble into a steady, driving pulse from the downbeat. Jump swing lives and dies by rhythmic cohesion, so establish that groove early and keep it locked throughout.
- Balance the melody with the rhythm section. The soloists need room to breathe and swing, but not so much space that the ensemble loses its collective energy.
- Articulate the section hits cleanly and together. The punctuation marks in the arrangement are what give jump swing its character, so precision in the ensemble attacks matters enormously.
- Lean into the playfulness. This music is meant to make people move and smile. Encourage performers to feel the swing, not just play the notes.
How to use it
Place this as a concert closer or a program brightener when energy begins to lag. The Brian Setzer Orchestra's modern recording makes it instantly recognizable to mixed audiences, and its brevity makes it perfect for a short slot or as part of a themed set alongside other jump swing standards.
Skills your students will build
- Swing articulation and phrasing
- Rhythmic precision in ensemble unison and hits
- Reading jazz chord changes and lead sheet notation
- Balancing solo and ensemble textures
- Maintaining steady groove while maintaining dynamic control