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Take Five: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

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Take Five: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

By Paul Desmond / arr. Rich DeRosa

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-29819

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Perhaps the most famous time chart of all time, Take Five is in 5/4 but the rhythmic pattern is clear and consistent throughout. You'll find this arrangement very accessible with easy alto sax and drum solos, and modest brass ranges. Recommended for every concert! (4:21)
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Series: Jazz for Young People Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 90
UPC: 038081323039
SKU: 00-29819
Complete Instrumentation

All Parts for “Take Five” — Jazz Ensemble

This Grade: 2 (Medium Easy) Jazz Ensemble arrangement by Paul Desmond 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 23 parts (quantities vary by section). Buying a full ensemble is cheaper as a set than part-by-part.
Composer Paul Desmond
Arranger Rich Derosa
Grade / Level Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)
Ensemble Jazz Ensemble
Individual Parts 23 + Score

Frequently asked questions

What instruments are included in “Take Five”?

This Jazz Ensemble arrangement includes 23 individual parts: E-flat Alto Saxophone, 2nd E-flat Alto Saxophone, B-flat Tenor Saxophone, 2nd B-flat Tenor Saxophone, E-flat Baritone Saxophone, Flute, 1st B-flat Trumpet, 2nd B-flat Trumpet, 3rd B-flat Trumpet, 4th B-flat Trumpet, 1st Trombone, 2nd Trombone, 3rd Trombone, 4th Trombone, Tuba, 1st F Horn, Baritone T.C., 2nd Baritone T.C., Guitar Chords, Guitar, 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 “Take Five”?

“Take Five” is rated Grade: 2 (Medium Easy), 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
E-flat Alto Saxophone 1
2nd E-flat Alto Saxophone 1
B-flat Tenor Saxophone 1
2nd B-flat Tenor Saxophone 1
E-flat Baritone Saxophone 1
Flute 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
Tuba 1
1st F Horn 1
Baritone T.C. 1
2nd Baritone T.C. 1
Guitar Chords 1
Guitar 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 (Take Five: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts) includes the conductor score and all parts as PDF downloads.

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