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  • Frankly Speaking Cover Image

    Frankly Speaking: Brass Band Score & Parts

    Frankly Speaking: Brass Band Score & Parts

    By Frank Sinatra

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    $90.99
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  • Hit the Road Jack Cover Image

    Hit the Road Jack: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts

    Hit the Road Jack: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts

    Words and music by Percy Mayfield [Ray Charles] / arr. Doug Adams

    Grade: 2 (Easy)

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    $53.00
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  • Hit the Road Jack Cover Image

    Hit the Road Jack: Marching Band Conductor Score

    Hit the Road Jack: Marching Band Conductor Score

    Words and music by Percy Mayfield [Ray Charles] / arr. Doug Adams

    Grade: 2 (Easy)

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    $7.00
    $7.00

About This Collection

Description

This small collection centers on Percy Mayfield's marching band arrangement of "Hit the Road Jack," a Grade 2 piece that fits the Easy Pops for Marching Band series. The title draws from Ray Charles's classic recording and has proven popular with teachers looking for accessible, recognizable material for contest and festival settings. You'll find both full conductor packages and score-only versions here, all formatted for quick deployment.

Highlights

Teachers consistently choose "Hit the Road Jack: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts" by Percy Mayfield, a Grade 2 arrangement that works equally well for marching or concert band settings. The piece's accessibility and familiar melody make it a reliable pick for festivals and contests alike.

Composer Spotlight

Percy Mayfield's "Hit the Road Jack" arrangement demonstrates his skill at adapting standard repertoire for young ensembles. His work in the Easy Pops for Marching Band series strips away complexity while preserving the character of the original, making it valuable for conductors building confidence in newer groups.

Ray Charles's original composition behind "Hit the Road Jack" gives this arrangement authentic roots. Teachers often find that students connect more readily with material they recognize, and Charles's signature sound carries through even in this simplified orchestration.