Two Bits: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

$40.00 USD

Two Bits: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Two Bits: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-JE4013
Price: 40.00 USD
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By Les Taylor

Grade: 1.5

Item: 98-JE4013

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Restricted ranges make this a great learning piece and a very easy number to program. A standard 12-bar blues with no sidebars, written for the developing jazz ensemble. Very limited ranges make this chart very accessible. (Top written note for trumpet is C; Bb for trombone.)

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Series: FJH Beginning Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: The FJH Music Company, Inc.

UPC: 674398205844

SKU: 98-JE4013

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Why we love this

The restricted ranges here are a gift. You can put developing students on real parts without worrying about extreme high notes derailing rehearsal, and the straightforward 12-bar blues structure lets ensemble players focus on jazz fundamentals rather than navigating complex forms. It programs easily and reads quickly, making it ideal for early-season concerts or festivals where you need something that actually works without weeks of preparation.

What to expect

The piece has the easy swagger of classic blues. Straightforward and grounded, it swings without pretension, letting the melody and rhythm do the talking. There's room for ensemble voices to blend and for soloists to find their voice within a familiar harmonic structure.

Who it's for

This score and parts are designed for developing jazz ensembles just beginning to explore the blues and jazz idiom. The accessible ranges make it appropriate for students with limited experience on their instruments, allowing them to engage with authentic jazz language without technical barriers.

How to get the most out of it

Establish the shuffle feel with the rhythm section first. The groove drives everything; once drums and bass lock in the swing, horns can layer on top with confidence.
Keep dynamics controlled in the brass section. With limited ranges, there's nowhere to hide; clarity and precision matter more than volume.
Have the band listen to classic 12-bar blues recordings before rehearsal. Hearing the form and phrasing from the greats gives students a sonic reference that notation alone cannot provide.

How to use it

Open a jazz concert or pops show with this to set a relaxed, blues-informed tone. The short runtime and audience-friendly idiom work well as a festival entry or a piece that lets your developing ensemble shine without overreaching. Consider pairing it with a slightly more advanced blues arrangement later in the program to show growth.