Get the shades ready, here come Jake and Elwood with their two signature tunes. Open the show with the up-tempo I Can't Turn You Loose, then slip into the funky sounds of Soul Man.
This effective production number is written in a medium tempo swing style. The melody is skillfully traded around to various sections, and the feel alternates between a 2-beat feel and solid swing.
The exciting high-octane follow-up to the wildly successful Riverdance production brought us more Celtic-flavored dance numbers and terrific musical settings. This arrangement features multiple tempos...
One of the trademark funk tunes of the early '70s, this arrangement opens with a powerful fanfare based on Living for the City, then launches into the familiar strains complete with the signature horn...
Here is a marvelously paced closing production on this familiar song from The Phantom of the Opera. Opening with a trumpet solo, Paul's arrangement builds impressively to a climax then tapers to a qui...
The recent hit movie has stirred renewed interest in this ground-breaking Broadway classic. The familiar opening strains are nothing short of stunning. An impressive opener for the field!
One of the trademark ballads from The Phantom of the Opera is this melodic song masterfully arranged in this setting for marching band. Lush tone colors, a lyric trumpet solo and well-paced builds mak...
This light-hearted and rhythmic production from The Phantom of the Opera offers a nice style contrast in your Phantom field show. Plenty of variety and energy.
Using an energetic and dynamic intro from Maria, this cleverly arranged opener then slips into the jazzy strains of Cool. Using plenty of unison lines, exposed sections for percussion, and even a shou...
Starting with a hint of Tonight, the poignant One Hand, One Heart is scored in the woodwinds followed by a brief trumpet solo. This standout production number then segues into America, featuring the p...
Who knew that the rock group Queen could really swing? This energetic chart provides a wealth of opportunities for auxiliary groups and staging.
Written in a moderate tempo, this trademark song from the musical Mamma Mia! lends itself perfectly to dance features. Michael uses key changes and various dramatic techniques to enhance the overall e...
Starting slowly and softly, then gradually building intensity throughout, this arrangement provides a satisfying and powerful closing to your Mamma Mia! field presentation. Carefully constructed for m...
A concert/production with lots of energy that younger players can handle. Easy solos are written out for building confidence.
A powerfully written closer, this arrangement is based primarily on “Tonight” (Quintet), but also weaves in melodies from “Somewhere,” “I Have A Love,” and “M...
Opening with a sense of anticipation, the lilting woodwind melody (Fog Bound) is accompanied by vibes and frame drums. The majestic and dramatic themes from The Medallion Calls and The Black Pearl fin...
Classic rock ballad from Tower of Power. A nice medium groove provides the setting for some effective dynamic impact points.
Using various motifs from the film score of this movie classic, Jay builds an impressive closer that features dramatic moments and an exciting finish.
The blockbuster Jurassic Park gave us many unforgettable movie moments as well as great music. This production number is scored with plenty of variety with carefully paced impact points.
Higgins - Grade 2-3
Featuring the haunting melodies from this distinctive movie score, here is a beautiful production number for the field magnificently arranged by Jay Bocook.
Get ready for release of Mission: Impossible III with this driving arrangement of the familiar theme.
This arrangement of the moving ballad from Les Mis?rables starts with a horn and trumpet duet at the beginning followed by a powerful full band impact and finally a soft and delicate finish. Beautiful...
Raucous and witty, this arrangement features the percussion section with the full band at the beginning and end. The long accelerando gives this an exciting finish.
Bach may not have appreciated his music being associated with the horror genre, but this is sure a great way to start a Halloween show for marching band!! Sorry, J. S.
One of the most imposing and threatening themes ever written! Jay's powerful chart will make even younger bands sound impressive.
Using the familiar licks from these two blockbuster hits from Saturday Night Fever, this chart allows you to briefly feature the woodwinds as well as trumpets. Perfect as a dance number.
Written in a driving disco style, this closing production number features the low brass on the verse, an effective key change and powerful ending.
From Hitchcock's classic fright film, just try not to cringe and squirm when you hear the strains of this hauntingly familiar theme.
Richard Saucedo has taken a few creative liberties with this familiar rock anthem, and the result is an impressive opener or production number.
Made famous by Gaelic Storm, the Irish steerage band in the movie Titanic, this production number is an example of high-energy Irish dance music at its best!
From the recent Broadway production The Civil War: An American Musical, this powerful song contains a wealth of musical drama and depth. Jay has created a dramatic closing production from this wonderf...
Here's a dynamic opening production on this famous song from the Civil War era. Impressive sounds for younger groups with plenty of musical variety.
Jay brings a unique and poignant treatment to this well-known song. With beautiful colors and harmonies woven throughout, the piece builds to an emotional climax before returning to a quiet ending.
Skillfully crafted as a production number, this arrangement starts softly featuring the low brass and woodwinds. Later the percussion section is added and the tempo is picked up for a powerful finish.
This well-known Irish jig makes a spirited opener for the field. The woodwinds have a nice opportunity to be featured at the start and are then joined by the trumpets. After a brief section in triple...
From the popular Peanuts television specials here is a clever arrangement of the familiar happy main theme. Includes a short written or ad lib solo for trumpet during the swing middle section. Sure to...
From the soundtrack of the acclaimed movie The Patriot, this powerful arrangement features solid brass writing and a counter-line for flutes or piccolos. Dynamically scored for younger groups!
Beautifully scored for the field, this very effective production number allows your band to explore lighter textures and softer dynamics. Woodwinds play a prominent role and there are short solo segme...
After a slow and majestic opening, the tempo picks up with the familiar strains from Carmen. Creative use of the entire dynamic range contributes to the overall effect of this terrific production/clos...
This is not just another patriotic arrangement! Michael Brown has beautifully crafted a version for younger bands that includes stately and emotional strains contrasted with a bluesy gospel flavor. An...
This well-known medium funk tune features the signature trumpet riffs along with a short stop-time section to feature your percussion. Great for movin' and groovin'!
This opener takes us to the symphonic rock style of the group STYX with the powerful strains of Grand Illusion, followed by the driving rhythms of Renegade.
Featuring two of the best-known hits from the group STYX, this production/concert number starts with effective woodwind colors and a brief trumpet solo. The low brass carry the lead on the rockin' Too...
This well-known anthem by the group STYX makes a perfect closing number. Starting quietly with a trumpet soloist, this arrangement then builds solidly to the familiar up-tempo chorus with the ensemble...
John has skillfully used a variety of styles and tempos in creating this very effective opener/production number. The opening section is fast and furious before switching to a medium swing groove. The...
One of the highlights from the movie is this distinctive and moderately paced dance feature. Woodwinds and horns get a chance to shine on this one!
With a healthy dose of tongue-in-cheek show biz razzle dazzle, this energetic closer starts out with a 2-beat feel, then follows with a full ensemble shout chorus and dynamic ending.
The Doors brought their unique brand of rock to the forefront with this monster hit from 1969. Marvelously adapted for the marching field, this arrangement features a wealth of dynamic contrasts, a pe...
This production/closer opens with the quirky Peace Frog in an uptempo swing style, then finishes in solid rock fashion with the popular Doors hit Love Her Madly.
This well-known song from Grease showcases your woodwind section along with effective full ensemble writing. The change-of-pace ending segment features a dialogue between flute and sax, along with a b...
This familiar dance rhythm and catchy melody are sure to fire up the crowd. Turn your percussionists loose on the feature section in the middle!
Here's the perfect closer for your Grease show! After the brief maestoso introduction, it's 50s style rock and roll all the way to the end.
From his popular concert band work, Richard Saucedo masterfully adapts this as a field show opener in grand style. Includes highlights for all sections including brass, percussion and woodwinds. The b...
Jay Bocook has crafted this beautiful and lyrical change-of-pace number from his own composition for concert band. Opening with a soaring trumpet solo, the piece builds to an emotional peak through a...
This dynamic concert work from the magical pen of Samuel Hazo has been transformed into an extremely effective closer/production for the field. Designed to work especially well with small bands, this...
The campy spy music style featured in this hit movie from Pixar Studios continues to spark the imagination and provide opportunities for flashy and exciting musical drama. Bold and sassy!
Fiddler on the Roof endures as one of the landmark musicals of all time. Michael Brown's opening production for the field starts with a flute on the roof, joined shortly by a solo clarinet. After a qu...
The song To Life provides the inspiration for this unique production number. A lyrical introduction quickly gives way to a driving statement of the main theme. Along the way, the percussion section is...
Opening with delicate mallet lines and the plaintive Sunrise, Sunset played by clarinets, the pace gradually quickens as a solo clarinet leads into the famed Bottle Dance (Wedding Dance #1). The endin...
This popular '70s hit by Stevie Wonder features one of the signature instrumental riffs from that era. Paul's great-sounding arrangement provides a natural showcase for your mallet percussion section...
This early hit by Stevie Wonder is still one of the best-known, most dynamic tunes that he ever recorded. This solidly scored arrangement is exuberant and fun for all.
From the hit movie Twilight, here is the haunting main theme in a beautiful setting for the field or stands. Performance options for the trumpet solo include alto sax or an amplified flute soloist.
More than one generation has danced to this anthem of the '70s from KC & the Sunshine Band! With a relentless disco groove, spicy brass riffs, and a short feature spot for percussion, here's a chart y...
Even if you don't remember the show-stopping performance by Santana at Woodstock in 1969, this exciting Latin production will bring the house down! Percussion section front and center!
Recorded recently by Michael Bublé, this version for marching band features a steady Latin groove throughout with short feature spots for the saxes and a trumpet soloist. Nice change of pace.
The blockbuster vampire saga continues with the powerful second installment New Moon. Here is the touching main theme in a beautifully scored setting for the field.
From the popular Broadway musical showcasing the 1960s pop hits of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, here is an energetic and dynamic opener based on Can't Take My Eyes Off of You and Big Girls Don'...
Written with plenty of variety in scoring and dynamics plus a short percussion break, this entertaining production number is based on the 1960s hits by the Four Seasons December 1963 (Oh, What a Night...
Michael Brown's lush treatment of Frankie Valli's hit ballad Can't Take My Eyes Off of You opens with a solo or soli for horns followed by a creative mix of modulations and dramatic effects. The endin...
Slinky, yet sophisticated, this jazzy theme remains one of Henry Mancini's best! Paul's chart provides a nice mix of full band passages along with dynamic contrasts and a feature spot for woodwinds on...
As the title implies, there is nothing bland or boring about these four dynamic cadences from Will Rapp. A great tool for motivating your drumline, as well as navigating any parade route with style an...
Will has created a follow-up to his popular first volume of cadences with style and attitude. Mix and match any of these four hard-hitting cadences and you'll liven up any parade or stadium entrance.
Featuring a driving pulse, powerful percussion and dramatic impact points, Richard has effectively adapted his popular concert band work for the marching field. Celebrating the exhilaration of flying,...
With origins as a Greek dance tune in the 1920s, Misirlou was popularized by the iconic recording by Dick Dale in the 60's and memorialized in pop culture by the movie Pulp Fiction. Instantly recogniz...
Cotter - Grade 2-3
Lavender - Grade 2-3
A simple approach to this Beatle favorite makes it an ideal closer. Paul Lavender's treatment is rich and effective.
Two great Beatles songs in a chart that fits most any band. Jay has made it solid, practical and exciting. A super choice to open a show.
Waters - Grade 2-3
Jennings - Grade 2-3
Made famous by Aretha Franklin's performance in the first Blues Brothers movie, this up-tempo funk tune features hot brass licks and a driving chorus that builds to a frenzied I Can't Turn You Loose r...
The tender One Last Shot provides the emotionally charged musical climax to the movie and is beautifully orchestrated by Michael Brown and Will Rapp. This production is then brought to a suitably rous...
The Broadway hit Mamma Mia! features the exciting sounds of the group ABBA. This opener/production starts with a dramatic fanfare, then launches into the driving rock beat of the title song. Energetic...
Written in a moderate Latin tempo, this catchy tune features the melody traded between various sections, cool harmonies, and a soaring final chorus with driving percussion. Great change of pace for dr...
Sweeney - Grade 2
Richard Saucedo begins this opener in dramatic fashion with a Maestoso introduction which is followed by the faster main theme. This carefully paced arrangement includes nice feature sections for wood...
A powerfully written closer, this arrangement is based primarily on Tonight (Quintet), but also weaves in melodies from Somewhere, I Have A Love, and Maria. You'll leave your audience breathless with...
From Les Misérables, this arrangement features the powerful opening strains of the show followed by the driving 6/8 At the End of the Day. Lots of variety and a strong ending.
Including some of the most dramatic music from Les Misérables, this closing production starts with the melodic On My Own. The rousing march Do You Hear the People Sing? begins very quietly then builds...
From Grease, the musical that never gets old, here is a driving opener featuring plenty of solid full band playing, but also offering spots for percussion effects and visuals. Exceptionally scored for...
Driving funk classic from Tower of Power. Written with comfortable ranges for younger players and in cut time to make the rhythms easier to handle, this is an exciting production number with hot drum...
A lone trumpet announces this signature hit by The Doors as the chart settles into the familiar moderate rock groove. Particularly effective is the woodwind feature section simulating the unique sound...