The "In" Crowd: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Words and music by Billy Page / arr. Peter Blair
Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0007229
$48.00
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Description
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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Additional Details
Series:
Young Jazz Ensemble
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
92
SKU:
00-PK-0007229
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Why we love this
Peter Blair's arrangement captures the infectious groove of the original without overwhelming younger ensembles. The optional trumpet solos across all four parts mean every player gets a moment to shine, and the 2:57 duration keeps energy high without demanding exhausting stamina from your section leaders.
What to expect
Upbeat, grooving, and instantly likeable. The piece carries that distinctive early-70s jazz-funk warmth that made the original so popular, with enough rhythmic snap to keep players focused on the pocket without veering into complexity.
Who it's for
Jazz ensembles at the high school beginner or middle school advanced level who are ready for small-group phrasing and basic comping. Directors looking for a recognizable chart that won't demand virtuosity but will absolutely engage an audience.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the rhythm section into the 140 BPM groove first. Once the walking bass and drums feel locked, the horns sit on top much more easily.
- Balance the trumpet section so the written G on top reads clearly but doesn't overshadow the ensemble. A junior lead player can handle this at Grade 2 level if intonation is secure.
- Rotate which trumpeter takes the provided solo. This keeps the piece fresh across multiple performances and builds soloing confidence in players who might not volunteer otherwise.
- Let the swing and forward motion breathe. Grade 2 arrangements of rock/funk tunes often get rushed. Keep the pocket relaxed and the feel genuine.
How to use it
Schedule this as a crowd-pleaser on a spring concert or jazz festival performance. It pairs well after a ballad or more challenging chart, giving your ensemble a moment to show their lighter side while still demonstrating musicianship and section cohesion.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining a steady groove and pocket at moderate tempo
- Reading and executing simple jazz articulation and phrasing
- Playing written solos with trumpet flexibility across the section
- Blending as an ensemble while supporting section leaders
- Understanding basic jazz ensemble roles (melody, comp, rhythm section)