Kids Are Pretty People is a well-crafted jazz ensemble ballad written by Thad Jones and originally recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra on their Monday Night album. The piece is a expressive swing ballad that gives solo opportunities to trumpet and trombone, and to everyone for three bars just before the closing section where Thad Jones directs a solo in any key. An ad lib trumpet solo on the final fermata brings the chart to a satisfying close. Rhythm section parts are partially notated and the track runs about 6 minutes. Published by Kendor Music Publishing as product 04720, it is designed for festival jazz and jazz ensemble groups in grades 4 and up, typically considered a grade 5 chart. The style showcases Thad Jones' trademark voicings and clever writing. Note: the year of release is not stated in the provided information.
