The "In" Crowd: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

$48.00 USD

The "In" Crowd: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: The "In" Crowd: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-45065
Price: 48.00 USD
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Words and music by Billy Page / arr. Peter Blair

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-45065

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You"ll recognize "The "In" Crowd" for sure as a hit for the great jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis. It's a groovy rock played at 140 BPM with lead trumpet range to written G on top of the staff, a written solo is provided for all four trumpets---you choose. This is a fun and happy chart to play, arranged by Peter Blair---you'll dig it. (2:57)

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Series: Young Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 92

UPC: 038081510613

SKU: 00-45065

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About the Composer: Billy Page

Billy Page composed "The 'In' Crowd" during the height of 1960s jazz fusion, capturing the era's infectious groove sensibility. His work became a standard in jazz repertoires, recorded and performed across venues from intimate clubs to concert halls, establishing itself as a reliable vehicle for both student ensembles and professional groups.

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Why we love this

Peter Blair's arrangement captures the infectious groove of Ramsey Lewis's original without overcomplicating the chart. At Grade 2, it delivers genuine jazz idiom and fun without demanding advanced reading or technical chops. The flexibility to choose which trumpet takes the solo keeps rehearsals engaging and gives multiple students a moment to shine.

What to expect

Groovy and optimistic. The rock-inflected swing at 140 BPM propels the ensemble forward with an easy-going confidence that makes both players and listeners smile. Ramsey Lewis's original charm shines through; this is the sound of a party that's already in full swing.

Who it's for

Jazz ensembles working at Grade 2 level who want solid, playable material that sounds like real jazz. Younger players and developing groups benefit from a chart that swings naturally without excessive technical demands. Any director looking for a crowd-pleasing opener or finale will find this fills that bill.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the rhythm section first. The groove at 140 BPM depends on tight interaction between drums, bass, and piano; nail that foundation before layering horns.
Assign trumpet solos strategically. Since all four players have written solos available, use rehearsals to determine who connects best with the melodic line and phrasing.
Balance the lead trumpet carefully. Written notes reaching G on top of the staff can easily overshadow the ensemble; remind your lead player that the groove matters more than volume.
Keep the feel relaxed and bouncy. This is a party record at heart; encourage players to feel the swing and let their shoulders move with the rhythm.

How to use it

Open a jazz concert with this to set an upbeat, approachable tone. It pairs naturally with other medium-difficulty standards and gives audiences an immediate connection to familiar material. Use it as a transition piece between rehearsals of more demanding charts to keep energy high and morale strong.