Things to Come: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

$11.00 USD

Things to Come: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

Name: Things to Come: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-40373S
Price: 11.00 USD
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As Recorded by the Arturo Sandoval Big Band

Music by Walter Gil Fuller and John "Dizzy" Gillespie / arr. Gordon Goodwin

Grade: 6 (Professional / Very Advanced)

Item: 00-40373S

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As recorded by Arturo Sandoval and his big band on his CD, Dear Diz (Every Day I Think of You), arranged by Gordon Goodwin. This is a swing chart that is very fast around 202--232 BPM and challenging. Solo space is provided for all 5 saxes, trombones 1 and 2 and trumpet 4. Lead trumpet range is to written to high F-sharp with optional A-flats. There are nice sax solis and a trumpet section soli (or solo) that will be a challenge. If you have the horses, play it!

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Series: Gordon Goodwin Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 44

UPC: 038081458847

SKU: 00-40373S

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About the Composer: Walter Gil Fuller

Walter Gil Fuller was a saxophonist, composer, and arranger who played a crucial role in the early bebop movement. Working closely with Dizzy Gillespie in the 1940s, Fuller contributed arrangements and compositions that helped define the sound of modern jazz, blending his instrumental expertise with sophisticated harmonic writing.

Though often overshadowed by more famous bandleaders of his era, Fuller's compositional voice shaped some of the most important jazz recordings of the bebop period. His work demonstrates deep understanding of both the technical demands and creative possibilities of the big band idiom.

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Why we love this

Gordon Goodwin's arrangement captures the raw energy and harmonic sophistication of the original bebop composition while giving today's ensembles the clarity and playability they need at this level. The solo opportunities across all sections mean every strong player gets a moment to shine, and the tempo demands make this a true test of ensemble chops and individual musicianship.

What to expect

Relentless, propulsive energy. The chart moves fast and rarely lets up, with bright unison figures giving way to clever section voicings that snap and punch. There's joy in the complexity: the runs are exhilarating rather than musty, and soloists get space to breathe within a tightly constructed arrangement.

Who it's for

Directors with a professional-level or very advanced high school jazz ensemble who want to tackle genuine bebop repertoire with modern arranging clarity. This score demands strong lead players, a cohesive solo section, and an ensemble that can execute swing articulation and phrasing at demanding tempos.

How to get the most out of it

Build the tempo gradually in rehearsals. This chart lives at 202-232 BPM, so establish control at a slower tempo first, then work up as precision improves.
Isolate the sax solis and trumpet section soli early. These are marked features that demand clean articulation and blend; they'll anchor the ensemble's overall clarity.
Pay close attention to the lead trumpet writing. The high F-sharp passages are exposed; consider having your lead player mark and practice the optional A-flat substitutions if the original range is unstable.
Lock the rhythm section's pocket before adding the rest of the band. At this tempo, any looseness in time becomes obvious immediately.

How to use it

Program this as a closing number or centerpiece for a jazz concert where you want to demonstrate the ensemble's technical command and swing authenticity. Pair it with slower blues or ballads earlier in the set to show range, then use Things to Come to send the audience out energized.