A Taylor Swift Duo: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Featuring: Bad Blood / You Belong with Me
Arranged by Michael Story
Grade: 2.5
Item: 00-PK-0008693
$68.00
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Description
This fantastic arrangement by Michael Story is a medley of two of Taylor Swift's biggest hits---"Bad Blood" and "You Belong with Me." Treat your band to the excitement of performing these blockbuster hits! (2:40)
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Series:
Pop Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
SKU:
00-PK-0008693
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About the Arranger: Michael Story
Michael Story has established himself as a prolific composer and arranger for young and developing bands, with a particular gift for making contemporary music accessible to ensemble players at all levels. His arrangements span classical transcriptions, film scores, and popular music, consistently balancing musical integrity with pedagogical awareness.
Why we love this
Story captures the infectious energy of these two hits without overwhelming your band. The arrangement respects the melodies that made these songs radio staples while keeping the technical demands manageable, so your students can focus on groove, balance, and the sheer joy of playing music they actually know.
What to expect
The piece captures the infectious pop-rock confidence of both songs while maintaining an ensemble sound that feels polished rather than novelty. There's real musicality here alongside the contemporary energy; students feel like they're part of something current and exciting, not playing a cover version.
Who it's for
This arrangement is built for concert bands at the Grade 2.5 level, where ensemble control is solid enough to manage pop-style phrasing and rhythmic drive without falling apart. Directors looking to program something contemporary and immediately engaging for audiences will find this especially valuable.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic precision in the pop-driven sections; slight looseness in the backbeat rhythm will undermine the contemporary feel these students expect from the piece.
- Balance the melodic passages between sections carefully. The main themes need clarity, but not at the expense of the driving accompaniment underneath.
- Use the tempo marking as your guide, but don't rush. Let the groove breathe, especially in transitions between the two songs.
- Highlight the dynamic contrasts Story has written in. They're key to sustaining interest across the 2:40 duration and keeping the energy fresh through both medley sections.
How to use it
This works beautifully on a concert where you're mixing traditional literature with contemporary fare, signaling to audiences and students alike that concert band can be fun and current. It's ideal for mid-season programming when you want to lift energy and draw younger listeners into the hall.
Skills your students will build
- Playing syncopated rhythms in a pop/rock context
- Maintaining groove and subdivision in contemporary styles
- Balancing melody against rhythmic accompaniment
- Managing dynamics and articulation for radio-friendly songs
- Executing clean transitions between contrasting sections