Treasure: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Victor López's arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original while keeping the demands realistic for developing ensembles. The rock groove foundation gives students a rhythmic anchor they can feel immediately, and the absence of solos means everyone stays engaged with the main story rather than waiting for their moment to shine.

Upbeat and contemporary, with the kind of infectious groove that makes an ensemble sound tighter than they might expect to after a few run-throughs. The rock foundation gives it weight despite its accessible level, and the memorable hook ensures audiences leave humming.

Jazz ensemble directors working with Grade 2 to 2½ groups who want repertoire with genuine pop sensibility and immediate appeal. Players benefit from the straightforward rhythmic framework and the satisfaction of sounding current and energetic without technical overreach.

• Lock the groove with your rhythm section first. The 116 BPM rock pocket is the heartbeat of this piece; once drums, bass, and piano lock in, the horns will sit naturally on top.
• Shape the dynamic arc across the ensemble interlude. The 'hip' quality comes from contrast, so find the swell and release rather than playing it at one level throughout.
• Balance the lead trumpet line against the full ensemble. With the top line written to F, your lead player should cut through without forcing; let the harmony underneath support rather than compete.
• Treat the hook as a ensemble moment, not a section moment. Every voice that plays it should own it equally, whether brass, reeds, or rhythm section.

This works beautifully as a closer on a jazz concert or as a fun contrast piece on a mixed program. At just over three minutes, it's substantial enough to stand on its own but short enough to pair with other selections without eating rehearsal time.

• Playing with a rock/funk groove at a consistent tempo
• Balancing melody against harmony in a full ensemble context
• Ensemble blend on a repeated hook or riff
• Reading and executing rhythmic figures across mixed meters and syncopation