Take Me Out to the Ballgame: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

$52.00 USD

Take Me Out to the Ballgame: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Take Me Out to the Ballgame: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-50085
Price: 52.00 USD
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By Jack Norworth and Albert Von Tilzer / arr. Drew Zaremba

Grade: 2.5

Item: 00-50085

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This superb chart covers all the bases! Played around 148 BPM with a suggested written tenor solo, and lead trumpet range to written G on top of the staff. A swinging intro gives way to a circus-like "oom-pah" feel, then back into a slow-building swing with a big shout section. A captivating chart you and the band will relish! (5:25)

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Series: Young Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-6300-7

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-6300-1

UPC: 038081580210

SKU: 00-50085

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About the Composer: Jack Norworth

Jack Norworth (1879-1956) wrote the lyrics to "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" in 1908, creating one of America's most enduring songs. Norworth was a prolific songwriter and performer of the early twentieth century, working across vaudeville, musical theater, and popular song. His collaboration with composer Albert Von Tilzer produced a melody so memorable and singable that it became instantly iconic and remains a staple of American culture.

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Why we love this

Drew Zaremba's arrangement brings genuine jazz vocabulary and orchestration sophistication to a tune that's often treated as a novelty. The chart respects the song's American heritage while delivering real ensemble challenges, from the tenor solo to the shout section finale. You get a piece that audiences recognize instantly, but your band learns swing phrasing, section balance, and the discipline of big band arranging.

What to expect

The chart swings hard and plays with genre, swinging from straight-ahead swing to deliberate vaudeville theatricality before building back up to energetic ensemble shout. It's celebratory and playful without being dismissive of the melody, capturing both the joy of the original song and the sophistication of modern jazz ensemble writing.

Who it's for

Young jazz ensembles at the intermediate level who are ready for stylistic nuance beyond basic swing charts. This piece works well for groups seeking repertoire that balances accessibility with legitimate arranging sophistication, and for programs wanting to include recognizable American standards in a jazz setting.

How to get the most out of it

Anchor the swinging intro with crisp articulation in the rhythm section, letting the walking bass establish the groove before horns enter.
Shape the "oom-pah" section with deliberate contrast in dynamics and tone quality, resisting the urge to rush the comic effect.
Support your tenor soloist with consistent time and ensemble energy during the written solo, creating a responsive solo experience rather than playing around them.
Build the shout section's intensity gradually across the progression, working ensemble dynamics to peak at the final statement rather than starting loud.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a lighter moment in a concert balancing original jazz compositions and standards, or as a closing number that leaves audiences smiling and engaged. The five-and-a-half-minute duration and recognizable hook make it an excellent choice for community performances, pops concerts, or any program where you want the band to demonstrate musical personality alongside technical skill.