Jump Start: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$49.00 USD

Jump Start: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Jump Start: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-36674
Price: 49.00 USD
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By Steve Hodges

Grade: 1.5 (Easy)

Item: 00-36674

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This catchy tune lets the band cut loose with a strong jump beat powered by an old school bass line and active percussion. A dynamic introduction leads to the melody presented by the trumpets and then repeated by the rest of the band. The solo tom-tom leads to the give-and-take middle section that builds into a repeat of the melody. A short coda section provides a big finish to this exciting piece. Careful attention to articulation markings will add even more energy to the rhythmic patterns throughout the piece. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Challenger Band Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 120

UPC: 038081418094

SKU: 00-36674

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About the Composer: Steve Hodges

Steve Hodges holds degrees from Western Oregon University (Bachelor of Science) and Central Washington University (Master of Music Education). Over four decades directing public school bands, choirs, and ensembles across multiple grade levels shaped his understanding of what works in the rehearsal room.

Since 1986, Hodges has published more than 120 concert band compositions through Alfred Music, along with choral arrangements released by Staff Music and Shawnee Press. His works have appeared at festivals and state conventions internationally, and he has created commissioned pieces for honor bands and schools throughout Virginia, Iowa, British Columbia, Oregon, Washington, and North Carolina. His music has also been licensed by TBS and ESPN. Hodges is an ASCAP member and current resident of The Dalles, Oregon, where he remains active in community music alongside his family.

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Why we love this

Jump Start captures that infectious energy young bands crave while staying completely accessible at Grade 1.5. The articulation-driven arrangement means your students will actually feel the difference between crisp and sloppy playing, making rehearsal feedback immediate and musical rather than technical. Hodges builds momentum intelligently here, starting with a hook that grabs attention and structuring the middle section so every voice gets something interesting to play.

What to expect

Jump Start pulses with the kind of straightforward groove that makes young musicians feel like they're playing something real. The old-school bass line and active percussion give it a contemporary energy that doesn't require complex harmonies or obscure references to land. You'll hear your band wake up the moment that melody arrives.

Who it's for

Beginning bands ready to move beyond warm-up etudes and experience real concert repertoire with attitude. This works for groups at the end of their first year or beginning of their second year who have solid fundamental skills but need material that rewards their growing confidence.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the introduction dynamically to set up the trumpet entrance. The contrast between that opening energy and the first statement of melody will land harder if the band commits to the dynamic arc.
Lock in the bass line and tom-tom groove early in rehearsals. This rhythm section foundation makes everything else sit properly, and it's where the band's confidence in the piece actually lives.
Treat articulation markings as essential to the arrangement, not decoration. Staccatos, accents, and legato passages should shift visibly in character from section to section, especially during the rhythmic patterns that follow the melody.

How to use it

Program this early in a concert to establish an upbeat, confident tone for the ensemble. It pairs well with a ballad or more lyrical piece that follows, creating a strong opening statement without demanding excessive rehearsal time. The short runtime also makes it ideal for festival competitions or community performances where shorter sets are needed.