Just Friends: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Trombone Section Feature
Music by John Klenner, lyrics by Sam M. Lewis / arr. Scott Ragsdale
Grade: 3 (Medium)
Item: 00-PK-0006981
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Just Friends: Score | $9.00 | |
| Just Friends: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 2nd E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 2nd B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 2nd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 3rd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 4th B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 1st Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 2nd Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 3rd Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: Bass Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: Guitar Chords | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: Guitar | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: Piano Accompaniment | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: String Bass | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: Drums | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: Baritone T.C. | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 2nd Baritone T.C. | $3.00 | |
| Just Friends: 3rd Baritone T.C. | $3.00 |
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Description
This superb chart has as a trombone section feature with a samba groove. There is solo space with written-out solos for trombones 1 and 2, excellent and accessible trombone solis, and lead trumpet range to written A above the staff. Give the 'bones some of the spotlight! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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Additional Details
Series:
Jazz Band Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
98
SKU:
00-PK-0006981
More about this title
About the Composer: John Klenner
John Klenner was a prolific composer and pianist active in the early-to-mid 20th century, contributing significantly to the American songbook with standards that have endured across multiple musical contexts. His melodies balance sophistication with accessibility, making them natural vehicles for both traditional and jazz interpretations.
Why we love this
Scott Ragsdale's arrangement gives the trombone section genuine musical authority instead of relegating them to harmonic support. The samba groove provides rhythmic energy that keeps the ensemble locked while the written-out solos for trombones 1 and 2 offer accessible yet idiomatic passages that let players shine without requiring extreme range or technique.
What to expect
The samba groove lifts the feel beyond typical swing, creating a warmer, more rhythmically sophisticated sound. The trombone section sits front and center, trading and soloing with enough character to feel like real jazz voices rather than textbook examples.
Who it's for
Jazz ensembles at the intermediate level looking for a standard that highlights the trombone section with musical depth and accessibility. Directors seeking Grade 3 material that doesn't sideline lower brass will find a strong feature that engages trombonists while maintaining ensemble cohesion.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the samba groove between the rhythm section and ensemble; the kick drum and bass need clarity so the trombone section sits in a secure pocket rather than pushing ahead.
- Work the trombone section to voice the written solos cleanly. These are meant to be heard, so encourage articulation that cuts through without sacrificing blend within the section.
- Watch the lead trumpet range (written A above the staff). Ensure your lead player can sustain that register comfortably; if the section is struggling, consider assigning a more experienced player rather than scaling back the part.
How to use it
Program this as a feature-driven contrast piece on a concert where you need something rhythmically distinct from straight-ahead swing. The Grade 3 level makes it ideal for mid-season programming once your ensemble has solidified foundational ensemble skills.
Skills your students will build
- Playing with precision in a samba rhythm (syncopation and swing feel in a Latin context)
- Trading solos and responding musically as a section
- Balancing lead and section voice within a single instrumental family
- Reading jazz notation and articulation in an ensemble setting