The Big Beat: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

$11.00 USD

The Big Beat: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

Name: The Big Beat: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-46162S
Price: 11.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Greg Yasinitsky

Grade: 3 (Medium)

Item: 00-46162S

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As the title suggests, it's a swinger with a hints of the classic Gene Krupa drum pattern. The tempo is around 200 BPM, lots of action for the trombones, written suggested solos for trumpet, tenor, trombone, and drums, a huge shout chorus, add great dynamics and well-notated rhythm parts too. Optional parts include vibes. It's big! (4:40)

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Series: Jazz Band Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 28

UPC: 038081528991

SKU: 00-46162S

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About the Composer: Greg Yasinitsky

Greg Yasinitsky has established himself as a composer and arranger with a keen ear for the rhythmic vitality and ensemble dynamics that define contemporary jazz education. His writing balances accessibility with genuine musical substance, creating pieces that challenge students while remaining engaging and fun to perform.

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Why we love this

Yasinitsky writes for the ensemble with real jazz sensibility, not textbook arrangements. The written solo sections give students clear models to follow while leaving room for interpretation, and the shout chorus delivers the kind of collective energy that makes high school jazz bands sound genuinely exciting.

What to expect

A driving, high-energy swing that recalls the Kansas City big band sound, anchored by that iconic Krupa drumming foundation. Energy builds steadily through the piece, with the trombones pushing the harmonic and rhythmic momentum until the ensemble crashes together in a satisfying full-voiced shout.

Who it's for

Jazz ensemble directors looking for Grade 3 repertoire that checks the box on swing fundamentals while maintaining genuine musicality and fun. Players who want written solo opportunities that aren't overly simplified will find clear pathways for developing their jazz vocabulary.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the rhythm section into the Gene Krupa swing feel from the opening. That signature pattern sets the whole groove, so spend rehearsal time getting the drums and bass anchored before layering the horns.
Assign soloists early and have them work through their written passages in sectionals. Even though these are notated, soloists benefit from understanding the harmonic movement underneath so they can add their own phrasing.
Balance the trombone soli carefully. With multiple trombone passages written throughout, make sure they cut through without overwhelming the section's blend in the ensemble moments.
Build dynamics intentionally toward the shout chorus. The score's dynamic markings support the architecture, but the payoff only lands if you've held back enough in earlier sections to make that final explosion feel earned.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a closer for a jazz concert or festival set, or as your opener if you want to establish energy early. The 4:40 length and upbeat character make it ideal for mixed programs where you're alternating between ballads and swingers.