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Begin the Beguine: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

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Begin the Beguine: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

Transcr. and recreated by Jeff Hest

Grade: 4 (Medium Advanced / Difficult)

Item: 00-JE9728C

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This is a truly authentic transcription of Artie Shaw's classic version of BEGIN THE BEGUINE. Jeff Hest has meticulously notated every detail of this famous chart. Since it was such an important song in the genre, this arrangement creates a great opportunity to teach your students about the history of the big band. (duration 3:19)
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Series: Premier Jazz Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 20
UPC: 029156300925
SKU: 00-JE9728C
Complete Instrumentation

All Parts for “Begin the Beguine” — Jazz Ensemble

This Grade: 4 (Medium Advanced / Difficult) Jazz Ensemble arrangement ships as printed sheet music with a conductor score and a complete set of parts. Every individual part is also available as a separate PDF digital download.

Need the whole chart? The Conductor Score & Parts includes the score plus all 18 parts (quantities vary by section). Buying a full ensemble is cheaper as a set than part-by-part.
Arranger Jeff Hest
Grade / Level Grade: 4 (Medium Advanced / Difficult)
Ensemble Jazz Ensemble
Individual Parts 18 + Score

Frequently asked questions

What instruments are included in “Begin the Beguine”?

This Jazz Ensemble arrangement includes 18 individual parts: Solo Clarinet, E-flat Alto Saxophone, 2nd E-flat Alto Saxophone, B-flat Tenor Saxophone, 2nd B-flat Tenor Saxophone, 1st B-flat Trumpet, 2nd B-flat Trumpet, 3rd B-flat Trumpet, 4th B-flat Trumpet, 1st Trombone, 2nd Trombone, 3rd Trombone, 4th Trombone, Guitar, Guitar Chords, String Bass, Piano Accompaniment, Drums. A conductor score is also available separately.

Can I buy a single instrument part instead of the full set?

Yes. Every individual instrument part is available as a separate PDF download for $3.00. This is perfect for replacing a misplaced page or adding extra stands for your section without purchasing the complete set.

What grade level is “Begin the Beguine”?

“Begin the Beguine” is rated Grade: 4 (Medium Advanced / Difficult), written for Jazz Ensemble.

How many copies of each part come with the full set?

The full set includes the following quantities:

Part Copies
Conductor Score 1
Solo Clarinet 1
E-flat Alto Saxophone 1
2nd E-flat Alto Saxophone 1
B-flat Tenor Saxophone 1
2nd B-flat Tenor Saxophone 1
1st B-flat Trumpet 1
2nd B-flat Trumpet 1
3rd B-flat Trumpet 1
4th B-flat Trumpet 1
1st Trombone 1
2nd Trombone 1
3rd Trombone 1
4th Trombone 1
Guitar 1
Guitar Chords 1
String Bass 1
Piano Accompaniment 1
Drums 1
How are the parts delivered?

Individual parts are available as instant PDF downloads that you can print as many times as you need. The complete set (Begin the Beguine: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts) includes the conductor score and all parts as PDF downloads.

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