Step Lightly: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

$9.00 USD

Step Lightly: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

Name: Step Lightly: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-47503S
Price: 9.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Joe Henderson / arr. Mike Kamuf

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

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An outstanding swing chart that is accessible in every way. The melody is stated by alto, tenor, and trumpet; the tempo is 120 BPM; and the lead trumpet range is to written G on top of the staff. This chart includes written-out suggested solos for tenor 1 and trumpet 2, a sweet shout chorus, and all the usual optional parts plus vibes and clarinet. This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Young Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 16

UPC: 038081545875

SKU: 00-47503S

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About the Composer: Joe Henderson

Joe Henderson stands as one of jazz's most influential tenor saxophonists and composers, known for his lyrical yet sophisticated approach to melody and harmony. His work spans decades of hard bop and post-bop innovation, and his compositions remain staples in jazz education because they balance harmonic depth with accessibility for developing musicians.

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Why we love this

Mike Kamuf's arrangement captures the essence of a Henderson composition while keeping the execution within reach of Grade 2 ensembles. The scored solos and shout chorus give students immediate models to emulate, and the optional instrumentation means you can run this effectively whether your band is eight players or eighteen.

What to expect

Sophisticated but never austere. The melody flows with the kind of natural lyricism that makes swing feel effortless, while the harmonies underneath hint at the depth that made Henderson's own playing so compelling. The whole chart breathes with ease.

Who it's for

Medium-easy jazz ensembles ready for their first serious swing chart. Directors programming contests or festivals will appreciate the professional sound this produces at a sustainable difficulty level.

How to get the most out of it

Keep the tempo steady at 120 BPM through the intro and melody statement. This groove lives and dies on rhythmic confidence from your rhythm section.
Balance the three-part melody line between alto, tenor, and trumpet so no single voice overwhelms the others. The voicing works only when all three blend as one unit.
Study the written solos before rehearsal so your tenor 1 and trumpet 2 understand the harmonic movement beneath their lines. Having soloists internalize the changes makes the difference between reading and playing.
The shout chorus needs tight sectional voicing and clean attacks. Run it at tempo multiple times to lock the punch and release points.

How to use it

Pair this with other Grade 2 charts to build a jazz concert that showcases your band's growth without overwhelming rehearsal time on one piece. Its 120 BPM and moderate solo demands make it ideal for the second half of your season, once your rhythm section has gained experience playing swing grooves together.