Who Walks In When I Walk Out? (Key: D Minor): Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Al Hoffman / As performed by Al Goodhart / As performed by Ralph Freed / As performed by Louis Armstrong / As performed by Ella Fitzgerald / Arranged by Rick Stitzel
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK00322672
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Famously recorded by Ella Fitzgerald with Louis Armstrong, here's a medium swinger from the early days of jazz that makes a perfect showcase for a charismatic vocal soloist (optional duet for female and male). Everyone will have fun with this nostalgic romp!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00322672
More about this title
About the Artist: Al Hoffman
Al Hoffman was a prolific songwriter and composer working in the golden age of jazz and swing, crafting tunes that became standards through the interpretations of major artists. His collaborative work with lyricists and fellow composers produced material that has endured across decades, proving particularly suited to vocal jazz and ensemble settings.
Why we love this
Rick Stitzel's arrangement captures the playful energy of the Ella and Louis recording while giving your ensemble room to breathe and swing. The optional dual vocal setup means you can feature your strongest singers or keep it as an instrumental feature, making this flexible enough for various ensemble sizes and vocalist lineups.
What to expect
A good-natured, urbane stroll through early jazz sensibility with just enough wit in the melody to keep things from feeling dated. The tune glides with that relaxed confidence of an era when jazz was finding its voice, inviting the band to play with warmth rather than complexity.
Who it's for
Jazz ensembles at the intermediate level who want accessible material with genuine swing credentials and a built-in audience connection. Directors looking for a vehicle to spotlight a vocalist or vocal pair will find this especially valuable, though it works beautifully as a full ensemble number too.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the front line so the melody stays clear without overwhelming the rhythm section; this tune's charm depends on the ensemble hearing the hook.
- Let the comping instruments lay back slightly during vocal passages so the singer's phrasing stands out naturally.
- Emphasize the lift in the bridge by asking the band to lock in tightly on the changes; this tune's momentum lives in the groove.
- If running the duet version, rehearse the interplay between vocalists separately first so they match articulation and phrasing when combined.
How to use it
Drop this into a concert focused on classic jazz standards or pair it with other vintage vocal features for a retrospective program that audiences genuinely enjoy. The moderate difficulty and historical pedigree also make it an excellent choice for a jazz ensemble debut or a community engagement concert where you want accessible, recognizable material.
Skills your students will build
- Swing eighth-note articulation and phrasing
- Comping and accompaniment roles in jazz texture
- Responding to and supporting a vocal soloist
- Balancing melody prominence within a full ensemble sound
- Understanding form through changes in a 32-bar standard