Sack of Woe: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by George Benson / Arranged by John Berry
Grade: 1.5
Item: 35-PK00384670
$40.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Sack of Woe - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Alto Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Alto Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Tenor Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Tenor Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Trombone 3 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Guitar | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Piano | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Bass | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Drums | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Aux Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Sack of Woe - Tuba | $6.00 |
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Description
Carefully adapted for younger players, this arrangement of Cannonball Adderley's classic is set in a jazz-rock style throughout. The style remains faithful to the original, yet ranges and rhythms are moderate enough for young bands. Solos are provided for alto sax and trumpet.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00384670
More about this title
About the Artist: George Benson
George Benson emerged from the Indianapolis jazz scene in the 1960s, establishing himself as a virtuosic guitarist and vocalist across soul, funk, and jazz idioms. His smooth tone and melodic sensibility made him equally comfortable in small combos and larger ensemble settings, earning him recognition as one of the few musicians who could bridge instrumental jazz credibility with popular accessibility. His recordings became touchstones for how jazz vocabulary could inform rock and soul production.
Why we love this
John Berry's arrangement captures what makes the original compelling—that infectious groove and conversational feel—while keeping the technical demands reasonable for players still developing their chops. The provided solos for alto sax and trumpet give section members concrete opportunities to step into the spotlight without requiring years of improvisation experience.
What to expect
Smooth and propulsive, with a soulful edge that makes you want to move. The arrangement breathes like a conversation between instruments, combining jazz sensibility with the direct energy of contemporary rock.
Who it's for
Young jazz ensembles looking to expand beyond swing standards into the soul and funk territory that shaped modern jazz. It's ideal for students ready to explore jazz-rock fusion concepts without the metric complexity or extreme range demands of more advanced literature.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the swing feel loose and conversational rather than metronomically tight; the rhythm section should breathe with the soloists, not push against them.
- Balance the horns carefully during ensemble hits so the punch lands without burying the rhythm section's pocket.
- Work the solos sectionally with your soloists before full ensemble rehearsals, making sure they understand the harmonic backdrop well enough to phrase naturally.
- Let the piece settle into its groove during the head; resist the urge to rush, which often happens when younger players feel the funk.
How to use it
Perfect as a mid-winter or spring concert piece that lets your young ensemble show they can swing with style. Pair it with a traditional swing tune to demonstrate range, or build a full set around the jazz-rock aesthetic to spark interest in how jazz evolved.
Skills your students will build
- Reading jazz notation including slash chords and swing feel markings
- Trading solos and responding to other section members in real time
- Balancing written ensemble parts with an underlying groove
- Phrasing melodically rather than metrically in a groove context
- Responding to dynamic subtlety within a funk-influenced arrangement