You're Welcome (from Moana) (arr. John Wasson): Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Wasson captures the infectious energy and swagger of this Maui moment without simplifying the harmonic palette. The Grade 3 setting makes it achievable for developing ensembles while keeping enough groove and voice leading to reward careful listening.

Charismatic and propulsive. The groove has swagger and forward motion, with moments of lyrical breathing that let the melody shine through bright voicings and walking bass lines.

Jazz ensembles in middle school through early high school that want to program something students know and love. This works especially well for groups still building their jazz fundamentals but ready for more sophisticated arranging.

• Lock the comping rhythm section early. The pocket here is everything; spend time getting the piano and bass locked before layering in horn lines.
• Shape the brass hits as punctuation, not afterthoughts. These moments should feel planted and intentional, supporting the soloists rather than competing with them.
• Let the melody sing through the arrangement. Keep soli passages full-bodied but avoid drowning the lead voice in texture.

Place this in a jazz concert or pops program where it can anchor the first half with immediate audience connection. It pairs well with other film and musical theater jazz charts, creating a program that builds energy without sacrificing musicality.

• Jazz comping and chord melody voicing
• Reading and executing syncopated rhythmic figures
• Trading and responding to solo passages
• Balancing ensemble sound with featured lines
• Maintaining pocket and groove over harmonic movement