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That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose): Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose): Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 35-PK00275132
Price: 50.00 USD
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Arranged by Mark Taylor

Grade: 4

Item: 35-PK00275132

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Product	Price	Quantity
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Conductor Score (Full Score)	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Alto Sax 1	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Alto Sax 2	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Tenor Sax 1	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Tenor Sax 2	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Baritone Sax	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Trumpet 1	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Trumpet 2	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Trumpet 3	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Trumpet 4	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Trombone 1	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Trombone 2	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Trombone 3	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Trombone 4	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Guitar	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Piano	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Bass	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Drums	$6.00
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose) - Vibes	$6.00

This wonderful tune from the early '60s has become a standard recorded by countless artists over the years, most notably Nat King Cole. Mark's setting as a solo feature for alto sax is in a smooth and lush ballad style, with a brief interlude in double time. Includes nice scoring and effective lines for the entire ensemble.

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Publisher: Hal Leonard

SKU: 35-PK00275132

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About the Arranger: Mark Taylor

Mark Taylor is a prolific arranger whose work has become foundational to jazz education and performance. His arrangements balance accessibility with musical substance, making him a trusted voice for educators building jazz repertoire at all levels.

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Why we love this

Taylor's treatment honors the song's inherent elegance while giving the ensemble real textural work beyond the featured soloist. The double time interlude provides rhythmic contrast that keeps the ballad from becoming static, and the full ensemble voicings reward careful sectional balance.

What to expect

Warm, unhurried, and sophisticated. The arrangement wraps a familiar standard in smooth orchestration that feels both intimate and ensemble-scaled, with the brief tempo lift offering just enough forward momentum to maintain the listener's attention.

Who it's for

Jazz ensembles at the intermediate to advanced high school level and college first-year combos. Directors seeking Grade 4 material that delivers both student engagement and polished musicality in performance.

How to get the most out of it

Let the alto saxophonist own the melody in the solo section. The ensemble's role is supportive accompaniment, so ensure the background parts lay back dynamically to spotlight the feature without drowning it out.
Shape the double time passage with clear articulation in the rhythm section. The tempo shift creates energy, but loose time here will blur the effect rather than enhance it.
Pay special attention to the voicing clarity in the ensemble sections. Lush doesn't mean muddy. Each chord layer should speak distinctly, especially in the lower brass and saxophone sax sections where doubling can quickly become opaque.
Use the recorded accompaniment as a rehearsal tool early on, but push toward independence before performance. The rhythm section especially benefits from drilling without the track once the chart is secure.

How to use it

Include this on a concert program that pairs standards with original works, or program it as a feature within a longer jazz set where the alto soloist can take the spotlight. The ballad character makes it a natural closer for the first half of a concert.