Smiles and Smiles to Go: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

$9.00 USD

Smiles and Smiles to Go: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

Name: Smiles and Smiles to Go: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-43731S
Price: 9.00 USD
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Composed by Larry Carlton / arr. Victor López

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

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An easy-going chart, with a relaxed straight-eighth groove at about 116 BPM, "Smiles and Smiles to Go" features an alto solo with a suggested written solo, trumpet 1 range up to G on top of the staff, and a unison interlude section. Includes all of the usual optional parts plus flute, clarinet, and vibes. (3:37)

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Series: Young Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 16

UPC: 038081502533

SKU: 00-43731S

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About the Composer: Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton is a virtuoso guitarist and composer whose work spans jazz, studio recording, and film scoring. His playing appears on countless albums across multiple genres, and his compositions reflect a deep understanding of what makes music swing naturally and feel effortless to both performers and listeners.

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Why we love this

Victor López's arrangement captures Carlton's laid-back sensibility without sacrificing harmonic sophistication. The straight-eighth groove sits comfortably on young ensembles while the unison interlude gives everyone a moment to lock in together, and that alto solo (with written option) lets your strongest soloist shine without requiring extensive improvisation skills.

What to expect

Casual and swinging without pretension. The straight-eighth rhythm keeps everything grounded while the unison passages create moments of collective purpose. It's the musical equivalent of a group conversation where everyone's relaxed, listening, and genuinely engaged.

Who it's for

Grade 2 ensembles with at least one capable alto saxophonist and solid section leaders. This chart works equally well for groups building their jazz vocabulary or experienced ensembles looking for a program opener that establishes groove without drama.

How to get the most out of it

Keep the straight-eighths truly straight; resist the temptation to swing them. The relaxed feel comes from pocket control, not interpretation of the rhythm.
Balance the alto solo feature so it sits in front of the ensemble but doesn't overwhelm the groove. The ensemble's job is to support, not compete.
Drill the unison interlude section as a full group to ensure everyone enters and releases with precision. This moment is your biggest rhythmic anchor.
Use the recorded accompaniment strategically during rehearsals to lock the ensemble into the 116 BPM feel before removing the crutch.

How to use it

Open a jazz concert or pops concert with this one; it's the perfect temperature setter that puts your audience at ease. It also works well early in the school year as an ensemble builder, since the unison section forces attention to blend and balance without the pressure of complex harmony.