The Pink Panther: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
By Henry Mancini / Arranged by Paul Murtha
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00173209
$45.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| The Pink Panther - Full Score | $7.50 | |
| The Pink Panther - Alto Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Alto Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Tenor Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Tenor Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Trumpet 4 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Trombone 3 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Trombone 4 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Guitar | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Piano | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Bass | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Drums | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Vibes | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Flute | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| The Pink Panther - Solo Sheet | $6.00 |
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Description
Instantly recognizable by all, here is one of the all-time great movie themes in a masterful arrangement for young players. Paul does a great job of capturing the authentic sound of Mancini's classic from the familiar bass line, smooth tutti ensemble passages, and solo section for tenor sax or trumpet. It doesn't get any better than this!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00173209
More about this title
About the Composer: Henry Mancini
Henry Mancini stands as one of the most prolific and commercially successful composers in film history. His gift for crafting memorable melodies that work equally well in concert halls and living rooms made him a bridge between classical training and popular music. Mancini's arrangements and orchestrations set the standard for how instrumental music could serve narrative in cinema, influencing generations of composers who followed.
Why we love this
Students connect immediately to material they already know, and this arrangement doesn't squander that goodwill. Paul Murtha preserves the infectious bass line and suave ensemble passages that made the original unforgettable while giving young players genuine work to do: the tenor sax or trumpet solo section offers real musicianship opportunities, not just a feature role. Grade 2 accessibility meets professional-sounding orchestration.
What to expect
Cool and sophisticated without pretense. The familiar theme unfolds with the ease of a private detective entering a room, confident in its own groove. Every phrase feels intentional, every moment crafted for maximum impact.
Who it's for
Grade 2 jazz ensembles looking for a crowd-pleaser that requires real musicianship, not novelty. Young players benefit from engaging with a melody that's already lodged in their ears, turning recognition into motivation.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the bass line as your foundation before rehearsing the full ensemble. That iconic walking figure needs to sit rock solid so everything else can sit on top of it.
- Shape the smooth tutti passages with attention to balance rather than volume. These sections shine when the inner voices breathe alongside the melody, not when everyone pushes equally.
- Give the soloist breathing room during the featured section. Slightly laying back the ensemble accompaniment here lets the tenor sax or trumpet shine without asking them to play over the band.
How to use it
Open a concert with this and you've won your audience before the first piece ends. It also works beautifully in mixed genre programs where you need a palate cleanser between classical and more experimental jazz selections, or as the anchor of a film music themed concert where context deepens its impact.
Skills your students will build
- Walking bass line execution and ensemble support
- Smooth ensemble articulation in block voicings
- Solo section phrasing and musical conversation with accompaniment
- Listening for and responding to bass-driven harmonic structure
- Authentic jazz interpretation of a composed melody