New Orleans Jubilee: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Arr. James D. Ployhar
Grade: 1 (Very Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0001190
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Paying a musical tribute to the Big Easy, James D. Ployhar has combined two traditional New Orleans-style classics, "When the Saints Go Marching In" and "Just a Closer Walk With Thee." New Orleans Jubilee has all the style of the grand city. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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Additional Details
Series:
Belwin Beginning Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
65
SKU:
00-PK-0001190
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About the Arranger: James D. Ployhar
James D. Ployhar has shaped music education through over 800 compositions and arrangements, establishing himself as a trusted voice in the field. His Contemporary Band Course, now published by Alfred Music, remains a foundational text in programs across the United States and has been adopted in countries including Norway, France, and throughout Europe. He studied composition at California State University, Long Beach under Morris Hutchings Ruger and orchestration with Knud Havalde of the Danish Royal Philharmonic, bringing European craft into his American educational writing.
Beyond the page, Ployhar spent nearly two decades teaching in public schools while building a parallel career as a clinician and guest conductor. His work has appeared on network television and been performed internationally across Europe, Japan, and the Pacific Rim. The National Band Association honored him with the Citation of Excellence, and he holds membership in the American Bandmasters Association, reflecting a career devoted to elevating standards in band music.
Why we love this
Ployhar delivers authentic New Orleans character at a genuinely accessible level, making this ideal for programs that want style and substance without overwhelming young players. The combination of two iconic traditions in one cohesive arrangement respects both melodies while building ensemble confidence through manageable demands.
What to expect
Warm, celebratory, and grounded in genuine musical tradition. The arrangement captures the spirit of processional joy and spiritual fervor that defines these classics, inviting the ensemble to play with character rather than simply hitting notes correctly.
Who it's for
Beginning and developing concert bands looking for repertoire that combines accessibility with musical authenticity. This arrangement works equally well for student ensembles seeking their first gospel-influenced piece or for programs building programming around New Orleans cultural traditions.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish a relaxed, swinging eighth-note feel from the opening; this is not a march, and the rhythm section should anchor the groove rather than press the tempo
- Balance the melody line so it sings over the harmonic foundation; younger bands tend to blend everything equally, but these familiar tunes deserve to shine
- Use the transition between the two melodies as a moment to reset dynamics and energy; it provides a natural breath point for the ensemble
How to use it
Program this as a thematic anchor for a concert exploring American sacred music traditions, or pair it with other Ployhar beginning band arrangements for a cohesive set. It also serves as an excellent morale boost mid-rehearsal season when you need something that sounds impressive while remaining technically manageable.
Skills your students will build
- Identifying and executing swing rhythms and articulation in a gospel idiom
- Balancing melody and accompaniment within a harmonic texture
- Reading and responding to style markings that convey musical character
- Sustaining tone quality while maintaining rhythmic precision in an ensemble setting