Man In The Mirror: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Paul Jennings has written an arrangement that treats every section equally, rotating the melody through trumpet, saxophone, and trombone so no one sits idle during the main statements. The no-ad-lib approach means students focus on precision and blend rather than improvisation, making this ideal for groups still building their ensemble cohesion.

Infectious and energetic, with the syncopated groove that defined '80s pop. The melody shifts between instruments create natural momentum and variety without ever losing the tune's accessible, uplifting character.

Young jazz ensembles looking for a Grade 2 chart with immediate impact and broad appeal. This works beautifully for groups that include developing musicians across multiple sections and need a piece where everyone gets a meaningful moment in the spotlight.

• Balance the melody handoff between sections by checking that each instrumental family maintains consistent volume and articulation when taking the lead line.
• Lock the rhythm section early in rehearsal so that the groove sits solidly before layering in melodic material.
• Pay attention to the iconic bass line; even at Grade 2 level, locking it in authentically captures what makes this tune instantly recognizable.

Pair this with your spring concert or festival appearance when you need a crowd pleaser that also demonstrates how well your ensemble can balance and blend. The straightforward arrangement timeline means you can add it mid-season without derailing other preparation.

• Section balance and blend across different instrumental families
• Executing syncopated rhythms in a pop/funk style
• Tracking and entering cues when the melody passes between parts
• Maintaining groove feel and pocket in a rhythmic ensemble context