You Raise Me Up: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
By Rolf Lovland / By Brendan Graham / As performed by Josh Groban / As performed by Secret Garden / Arranged by John Berry
Grade: 1-2
Item: 35-PK00157107
$40.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| You Raise Me Up - Full Score | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Alto Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Alto Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Tenor Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Tenor Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Trombone 3 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Guitar | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Piano | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Bass | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Drums | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Vibes | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Flute | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| You Raise Me Up - Tuba | $6.00 |
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Description
Most famously recorded by Josh Groban, here is a nicely scored version for beginning jazz groups that allows each section a chance to play the melody at some point. The arrangement builds to a modulation followed by a powerful statement from the full ensemble. A marvelous change of pace number for any group.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00157107
More about this title
About the Composer: Rolf Lovland
Rolf Lovland is a Norwegian composer and keyboardist best known for his work with the group Secret Garden, where he collaborated with violinist Fionnuala Sherry to create atmospheric, classically-influenced pop music. His compositions bridge contemporary and traditional sensibilities, earning Grammy recognition and reaching audiences far beyond typical classical music circles. In the classroom, his melodies serve as accessible entry points for students learning to balance emotional depth with structural clarity.
Why we love this
John Berry's arrangement gives every section a moment in the spotlight without sacrificing the song's core emotional power. The modulation and full ensemble build create a satisfying arc that feels earned rather than manipulative, and beginning jazz players get to experience what it means to play a melody that genuinely moves people.
What to expect
Hopeful and quietly powerful. The melody unfolds with an almost hymn-like dignity, and as it passes from section to section, each voice adds a layer of warmth. By the time the full ensemble arrives, the piece has built a sense of collective purpose that students will feel as much as play.
Who it's for
Beginning jazz ensembles seeking arrangements that don't require advanced harmonic reading or technical demands but still deliver genuine musical substance. Directors programming mixed-level concerts will appreciate how this works as a confident closer without asking for virtuosity.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melody across sections as each takes a turn; resist the urge to have rhythm section players drop out when their section isn't leading. The texture stays richer when everyone stays engaged.
- Shape the modulation carefully so it feels like a lift rather than a jolt. The key change should arrive as a natural consequence of the building energy.
- Keep the full ensemble statement at the end grounded and sincere. This is not a moment for overplaying or pushing the tempo forward.
How to use it
Pair this with uptempo swingers to create a genuine change of pace moment that reminds audiences why they came. It works equally well as a spring concert finale or tucked into a set that explores how contemporary melodies fit alongside jazz standards. The inspirational character makes it fitting for honor concerts or community fundraising events.
Skills your students will build
- Reading lead sheet changes without requiring sophisticated harmonic analysis
- Passing a cohesive melody between sections while maintaining consistent phrasing
- Balancing voice independence with ensemble blend
- Responding to dynamic and textural shifts that build cumulative intensity