These Toys Swing: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

$42.00 USD

These Toys Swing: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: These Toys Swing: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-49611
Price: 42.00 USD
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(March of the Toys)

By Victor Herbert / arr. Mike Story

Grade: 1

Item: 00-49611

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These Toys Swing arranged by Mike Story is a superb grade 1 chart based on "March of the Toys." Trumpet 1 range to written E top space, a written-out tenor sax 1 solo, and well-notated rhythm section parts played at 144 BPM. The perfect holiday chart! (2:19) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-5148-3

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-5148-0

UPC: 038081572390

SKU: 00-49611

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About the Composer: Victor Herbert

Victor Herbert (1859-1924) was an Irish-American composer and conductor whose operettas and light orchestral works became staples of American musical theater. His gift for melody and orchestration made him one of the most performed composers of his era, and his catalog remains a rich source for jazz and contemporary arrangements.

Herbert's "March of the Toys" comes from his 1903 operetta "Babes in Toyland" and has proven enduringly adaptable. The tune's infectious charm and clear harmonic structure make it ideal for ensemble arrangements across genres and skill levels.

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Why we love this

Mike Story's arrangement captures everything that makes a first-year jazz chart work: a recognizable melody that audiences know and love, transparent voicings that let young players hear their individual parts clearly, and a rhythm section that drives the groove without overwhelming inexperienced soloists. The tenor sax solo is a particular strength, written out in a way that sounds authentic without requiring advanced technique.

What to expect

A brisk, cheerful arrangement that bounces along with holiday sparkle. The melody is instantly memorable, the rhythm section grooves with a light, confident swing, and the overall sound is bright and accessible without feeling juvenile.

Who it's for

First-year jazz ensemble students who have the fundamentals of their instruments down and are ready to tackle swing feel and section balance. The chart works equally well for middle school or high school ensemble directors introducing jazz repertoire early in the academic year.

How to get the most out of it

Keep the tempo locked at 144 BPM; this straightforward swing feel depends on rhythmic precision from the rhythm section to support the ensemble.
Balance the melody across the trumpet and saxes so the tune emerges clearly; younger players often rush into dynamics before locking the line.
Give the tenor sax soloist time to settle into the solo section in rehearsal. The written-out solo removes guesswork, so focus on phrasing and articulation choices.
Use the holiday context to your advantage in concert programming. This piece has immediate appeal and lifts the energy of the set.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a holiday concert opener or closer, especially paired with traditional holiday repertoire in a mixed program. Its short duration (2:19) and approachable style make it an excellent opener to settle an audience and build confidence in your ensemble before moving into more demanding material.