Past My Bedtime: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

$38.00 USD

Past My Bedtime: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Past My Bedtime: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-29774
Price: 38.00 USD
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By Terry White

Grade: 1 (Easy)

Item: 00-29774

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Bring down the volume! Composer/arranger Terry White has written a terrific chart that's mellow and laid-back chart in the style of the famous Basie chart, "Li'l Darlin'." This arrangement will come together quickly with simple rhythms, an easy shout chorus, a written-out alto sax solo, and the 1st trumpet range is to written F top line. The band will sound great on Past My Bedtime. (3:59) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 82

UPC: 038081320984

SKU: 00-29774

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About the Composer: Terry White

Terry White brings three decades of Maine music education experience to his compositional work, grounded in formal training at Berklee College of Music where he earned his B.M. in Composition. His additional M.S. in Music Education from the University of New Hampshire shapes how he writes for student ensembles, always balancing musical integrity with pedagogical clarity.

White's compositions have been commissioned and performed by the Portland Symphony Orchestra alongside performances by high school and college ensembles throughout New England. He remains active as a performer and bandleader, directing his own big band in the Portland area.

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Why we love this

White nails the balance between sophistication and accessibility that first-year jazz directors desperately need. The arrangement channels the Basie school without overwhelming the section; your players will genuinely sound polished within a few rehearsals, and that confidence translates into better musicianship across the board.

What to expect

Mellow sophistication with a wink. The arrangement settles into a cool, unrushed groove that feels effortless, drawing inspiration from the iconic warmth of Count Basie's sound but never losing sight of being genuinely fun to play. It's the kind of chart that makes students feel like real jazz musicians the moment it clicks.

Who it's for

First-year and novice jazz ensembles looking for a program piece that teaches proper jazz vocabulary without technical barriers. Conductors working with mixed-ability groups will appreciate how the straightforward rhythms and range requirements let everyone participate meaningfully.

How to get the most out of it

Let the rhythm section establish the relaxed pocket early in rehearsals. The laid-back feel depends entirely on how comfortably the bass and drums sit into the groove, so lock them in before layering the horns.
Shape the shout chorus as a unified voice. Even though it sits at an accessible range, the power comes from clean attacks and releases across all sections together.
Emphasize the written alto sax solo during sectionals. This is a chance for that player to own a real feature; clarity and phrasing matter more than speed.
Keep ensemble balance in the foreground once parts combine. Young jazz players often push their volume; this arrangement rewards restraint and blend over loudness.

How to use it

Program this early in the year as a confidence builder and a teaching tool for swing phrasing and section cohesion. It pairs naturally with upbeat swingers later in concert programming, or use it as the centerpiece of a jazz assembly or informal spring concert where a relaxed vibe serves your audience better than high energy.