Best Day of My Life: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As Recorded by American Authors
Words and music by Shep Goodman, James Shelley, Zach Barnett, David Rublin, Matthew Sanchez, and Aaron Accett [American Authors] / arr. Brian Scott
Grade: 3 (Medium)
Item: 00-PK-0006249
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Description
This catchy tune by American Authors is everywhere---TV, the movies, and in numerous commercials. The unique groove and solid scoring by Brian Scott really set this chart apart from the rest! (2:10)
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Additional Details
Series:
Mega Sounds for Marching Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
110
SKU:
00-PK-0006249
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Why we love this
Brian Scott's arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original while landing solidly in Grade 3 territory, making this a chart that sounds ambitious without grinding your section leaders into the ground. The groove sits at the heart of every measure, and that combination of accessibility plus contemporary appeal means your students will actually want to put in the work. It's the kind of piece that gets audiences on their feet and reminds your band why they chose this music in the first place.
What to expect
Buoyant and celebratory. The piece bounces with the kind of optimism embedded in the original while maintaining the tight rhythmic precision marching bands demand. It's uplifting without being saccharine, energetic without sacrificing musical clarity.
Who it's for
Marching bands at the Grade 3 level looking for contemporary repertoire that commands attention. Your students recognize this tune, your audiences know it, and the scoring by Brian Scott gives everyone a chance to contribute meaningfully without requiring virtuosic technique.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock in the rhythmic foundation through the pulse before layering in melodic content; this piece lives and dies by groove consistency, especially during the syncopated hits.
- Balance the melodic voices against the accompaniment figures so the tune emerges clearly without the rhythm section disappearing into the mix.
- Nail the section transitions with precision. The original track has sharp changes in texture, and your band will need clean ensemble attacks to replicate that sharpness on the field.
- Shape the phrase arcs deliberately. Even in a pop groove, the melodic contour needs intentional swelling and release, not just relentless forward motion.
How to use it
This works beautifully as a show opener or as part of a show built around contemporary pop hits; it also functions as a confident selection for spring competitions or community performances where broad audience recognition matters. The runtime clocks in at 2:10, making it a natural fit for programs that need accessible full-length selections without the commitment of a longer classical work.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining groove and pulse in syncopated rhythmic contexts
- Voice leading and melodic transparency in densely scored pop arrangements
- Section independence and rhythmic lock within a percussive, groove-driven idiom
- Phrase shaping and dynamic control within a contemporary pop/rock framework