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The Way She Moves That Thing: Brass Quintet Score & Parts

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The Way She Moves That Thing: Brass Quintet Score & Parts

The Way She Moves That Thing: Brass Quintet Score & Parts

By Ryan Meeboer

Item: 81-BQ29329
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Set in a shuffle style and including elements of New Orleans Jazz, The Way She Moves That Thing is sure to be a winner with both performers and audiences. Chord changes have been included in the trumpet parts to allow for improvisation but there is a written solo as well.

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Additional Details
Series: Eighth Note Publications
Publisher: Eighth Note Publications
Page Count: 24
ISBN10: 1-55473-456-8
ISBN13: 978-1-55473-456-6
UPC: 685462014576
SKU: 81-BQ29329
Instrumentation: Brass Quintet

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Why we love this

Meeboer has written a piece that genuinely swings without demanding a rhythm section, a real feat for brass quintet writing. The inclusion of both written solo and chord changes for improvisation gives directors flexibility to match the energy and experience level of their ensemble, whether that means a polished performance of the composed line or an improvisational moment that changes every rehearsal.

What to expect

Warmth and movement. The shuffle groove gives the piece a relaxed yet propulsive character, while the New Orleans jazz vocabulary adds color and sophistication without pretension. It swings with genuine joy rather than technical complexity.

Who it's for

Brass quintet programs looking for accessible jazz repertoire that doesn't require a full rhythm section or vocalist. This works equally well for confident intermediate ensembles and advanced groups exploring style and improvisation. High school and college brass quintets will find the balance of written and improvisational material especially appealing.

How to get the most out of it

  • Let the shuffle feel breathe in the rhythm section. The tuba and second trombone need to lock into the pocket together rather than rushing ahead; this style demands space between the beats.
  • The trumpet soloist should study the chord changes thoroughly even if performing the written solo. Understanding the harmonic structure underneath the melody builds confidence and makes the written solo feel more conversational.
  • Balance the New Orleans Jazz elements by keeping the articulation crisp but not choppy. The horns should support the groove with clarity while the lower voices provide propulsive movement.
  • Record a rehearsal once the ensemble finds its groove. Playing back the shuffle reveals whether the ensemble is truly committed to the style or drifting toward straight rhythms.

How to use it

Program this as a concert highlight that shifts the mood and showcases your ensemble's stylistic range. It sits well alongside classical or contemporary work as a palate cleanser, or build a jazz-focused concert around it with other swing-oriented pieces. The piece also works beautifully as an encore.

Skills your students will build

  • Shuffle rhythm articulation and phrasing
  • Reading and executing chord changes for improvisation
  • Jazz ensemble balance between syncopated figures and groove
  • Stylistic flexibility across New Orleans jazz vocabulary
  • Responding to the rhythm section's harmonic framework while maintaining independence

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