Aladdin (Medley) (arr. Paul Jennings): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Alan Menken / Arranged by Paul Jennings
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK01918748
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Aladdin (Medley) (arr. Paul Jennings)
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01918748
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About the Composer: Alan Menken
Alan Menken has shaped the sound of modern musical theater and film scoring with an instinct for melody that reaches audiences across generations. His work on Disney animated films in the 1990s redefined what popular music in animation could achieve, blending theatrical sophistication with genuine accessibility. For music educators, Menken's catalog offers repertoire that students recognize and want to play, which translates directly into engagement and motivation in rehearsals.
Menken's gift for crafting singable, memorable themes makes his music ideal for concert band arrangements. His scores balance harmonic richness with straightforward orchestration, giving arrangers room to create versions that work across different skill levels and ensemble sizes. Teachers repeatedly turn to his material because it delivers both musical substance and the practical advantage of student buy-in.
Why we love this
Paul Jennings' medley approach lets you program a substantial musical statement without the rehearsal time demand of a full-length score. The Grade 3 voicing sits in that sweet spot where intermediate bands can sound genuinely impressive while still working on fundamental musicality and phrasing.
What to expect
Bright, adventurous, and full of forward momentum. The medley captures the magic and humor of Aladdin's world while maintaining the theatrical energy that makes these themes so unforgettable. You get sweeping melodic moments alongside rhythmic drive, often within the same arrangement.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the intermediate level (Grade 3) who want to program recognizable, engaging material with real musical substance. Students who grew up watching Disney films will find immediate connection to these melodies, making this an effective tool for building ensemble enthusiasm alongside technical skills.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melodic lines across sections; Aladdin themes work best when top voices stay present without drowning the harmonic foundation underneath.
- Pay special attention to transitions between medley sections. These moments need clear direction and steady tempo to keep the piece flowing naturally from one theme to the next.
- Emphasize rhythmic precision in the rhythmic passages; Disney material lives or dies by groove and clarity, so lock the articulation across like instruments early.
How to use it
Slot this into a pop culture or family concert where you want something students and audiences both know and enjoy. It works equally well as a concert opener (to grab attention immediately) or as part of a themed program celebrating film and animation. The Grade 3 difficulty makes it accessible for honor bands or younger ensembles that still want impressive results.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing primary and secondary melodic lines
- Maintaining consistent tempo through contrasting sections
- Executing clean articulation in rhythmically active passages
- Shaping longer phrases across multiple measures
- Reading and responding to directional cues in medley arrangements