Minor Chant: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

$9.00 USD

Minor Chant: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

Name: Minor Chant: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-43673S
Price: 9.00 USD
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By Stanley Turrentine / arr. Terry White

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

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Minor Chant, arranged by Terry White, is a medium swing chart that is played at 140 BPM with the melody handled by tenor 1 and trombone 1. There are written solos for alto, tenor, trumpet, and trombone. Featuring great dynamic contrasts and a nice shout chorus, your band will enjoy this fine arrangement. (4:18)

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Series: Young Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 16

UPC: 038081494623

SKU: 00-43673S

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About the Composer: Stanley Turrentine

Stanley Turrentine (1934-2000) was a tenor saxophonist whose warm tone and bluesy approach defined the soul-jazz sound of the 1960s and 1970s. His recordings for Blue Note and CTI Records combined groove-oriented arrangements with sophisticated harmonies, making him a favorite among both jazz purists and mainstream audiences. His compositions and interpretations remain central to the jazz ensemble repertoire, valued for their accessibility and genuine swing feel.

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Why we love this

Terry White's arrangement captures the soulful essence of Turrentine's writing while keeping the chart grounded at Grade 2, making it genuinely playable for younger ensembles without sacrificing the groove. The multiple solo opportunities mean every section gets a moment to shine, and the shout chorus provides that satisfying full-band payoff that audiences love. This is exactly the kind of medium-swing standard that builds confidence in young players because it swings naturally and rewards good listening.

What to expect

Medium Swing flows with a soulful, unpretentious groove that invites players to relax into the time feel rather than fight it. The melody has a warm, singable quality that makes the tune immediately memorable, while the solos create moments of intimacy before the band swells into the shout chorus with celebratory energy.

Who it's for

This arrangement serves young jazz ensembles ready for swing fundamentals and ensemble coordination. Soloists should be comfortable with blues changes and basic jazz phrasing, though the Grade 2 level accommodates players still building their improv vocabulary.

How to get the most out of it

Keep the 140 BPM steady and relaxed; medium swing should feel effortless, not rushed. The groove depends on everyone hearing the same tempo underneath the melody and solos.
Balance the tenor 1 and trombone 1 melody line so both voices blend as a unified voice rather than competing for the listener's ear. This partnership should sound intentional.
Use the dynamic contrasts to shape the arrangement arc. Start the solos leaner than you think you need to, then build into the shout chorus with real intensity.
Feature your soloists in rehearsal before performance. Each improviser (alto, tenor, trumpet, trombone) needs time to find their voice and shape their own solo without rushing.

How to use it

Program this alongside other soul-jazz standards to build a cohesive set that demonstrates your ensemble's understanding of swing and blues language. It works equally well as a festival selection or a centerpiece for a jazz concert that celebrates accessible, groovy writing rather than overly complex charts.