On The Sunny Side Of The Street: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
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On The Sunny Side Of The Street: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

By Jimmy McHugh / By Dorothy Fields / Arranged by Mark Taylor

Grade: 3-4

Item: 35-PK00141579
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On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Conductor Score (Full Score) $7.50
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Vocal Solo $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Alto Sax 1 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Alto Sax 2 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Tenor Sax 1 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Tenor Sax 2 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Baritone Sax $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Trumpet 1 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Trumpet 2 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Trumpet 3 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Trumpet 4 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Trombone 1 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Trombone 2 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Trombone 3 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Trombone 4 $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Guitar $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Piano/Vocal $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Bass $6.00
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Drums $6.00

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This timeless classic has long been a favorite with jazz singers. Mark Taylor's version is in a medium swing style and provides a terrific background for your featured vocalist.

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
SKU: 35-PK00141579

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About the Composer: Jimmy McHugh

Jimmy McHugh wrote some of the most durable jazz standards of the 1920s and 1930s, composing melodies that have survived decades of reinterpretation across multiple styles and instrumentations. His gift for crafting singable, memorable lines made his work a natural fit for vocalists, and his collaborations with lyricist Dorothy Fields produced standards that remain essential to the jazz repertoire.

Beyond his output as a composer, McHugh's influence on jazz education is substantial. His tunes appear in countless jazz curricula and ensemble libraries precisely because they balance accessibility with harmonic sophistication, making them ideal vehicles for student musicians learning to navigate swing style.

Why we love this

Mark Taylor's arrangement strips away unnecessary complexity while maintaining the song's melodic warmth and harmonic integrity. The medium swing tempo gives your ensemble enough room to find the pocket without wrestling with breakneck speeds, and the score's clear voice leading means your rhythm section can anchor the groove while your horns support the vocalist naturally.

What to expect

Optimism and ease. The tune carries an old-world charm without feeling quaint, grounded in genuine swing rhythm that feels both nostalgic and completely alive. There's a lightness here that belies the sophistication of the harmonic language underneath.

Who it's for

Any jazz ensemble with a vocalist ready to take on a standard in a stylistically appropriate setting. This works equally well for high school jazz bands, college jazz ensembles, and community jazz groups. The medium difficulty level means your section players won't need extensive prior jazz experience.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the ensemble voicings so the vocalist's lyrics remain the focal point. The accompaniment should sit behind rather than compete with the featured singer.
  • Lock the rhythm section into a relaxed medium swing feel. Rushing the tempo is the most common pitfall at this grade level, so have your drummer and bassist establish the groove before bringing in the horns.
  • Shape the melody with gentle dynamics. This tune lives in restraint, so resist the urge to belt it out. Let the lyrics breathe and the harmony speak.
  • Rehearse the horn sections separately on their chord voicings to ensure blend and accuracy before combining with rhythm section and vocals.

How to use it

Feature this early in the semester as a touchstone for learning swing style in a vocalist-supported context. The straightforward melody and familiar changes give your ensemble something concrete to learn from without the pressure of unfamiliar harmonic territory. It also pairs well with other standards on a jazz showcase concert.

Skills your students will build

  • Balancing ensemble voicings to support a featured soloist
  • Playing in relaxed medium swing feel (coordination between rhythm section and horns)
  • Reading jazz chord changes and realizing them idiomatically
  • Listening across the section to maintain blend and intonation in jazz voicings
  • Shaping phrasing in a jazz context with attention to dynamics and space

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