Black Eyes: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
From A Star Is Born
Words and music by Bradley Cooper and Lukas Nelson / arr. Doug Adams
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0008054
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Black Eyes: Score | $7.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Optional Bb Clarinet/Horn in Bb | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: 2nd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Bass Clef | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Bass Clef | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Treble Clef | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Treble Clef | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Electric Bass | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: B-flat Bass Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Snare Drum | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Quad-Toms | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Tonal Bass Drum | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Cymbals | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Auxiliary Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Piano Accompaniment | $3.00 | |
| Black Eyes: Drums | $3.00 |
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Description
From the hit movie A Star Is Born comes this hard-driving rock tune, co-written and performed by Bradley Cooper. Featuring an alto sax solo or soli section, the chart also contains lots of unison writing, which makes it accessible to all bands.
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Additional Details
Series:
Easy Pops for Marching Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
124
SKU:
00-PK-0008054
More about this title
About the Composer: Bradley Cooper
Bradley Cooper is an accomplished actor and musician who has demonstrated serious compositional range beyond his film and television career. His work on the score for A Star Is Born showcased his ability to write contemporary rock music with genuine emotional weight, collaborating with Nashville songwriter Lukas Nelson to create songs that resonated with both critics and audiences.
Cooper's approach to songwriting emphasizes accessibility without sacrificing authenticity. His compositions work effectively across multiple performance contexts, from film soundtracks to concert stages to marching band arrangements, reflecting a deep understanding of how music communicates across different media.
Why we love this
This arrangement brings a contemporary rock sensibility to the marching band field at a level that doesn't demand virtuosic technique, making it equally appealing to students and audiences. The alto sax feature gives your section players a chance to claim the spotlight while the unison writing keeps the full band locked together, which is exactly what a Grade 2 march needs to sound unified and powerful.
What to expect
Hard-driving and direct, this piece carries the raw emotional core of its film while stripping away unnecessary complexity. The rock idiom feels confident and modern on the field, with moments of restraint that make the big unison climaxes hit harder.
Who it's for
Grade 2 marching bands looking for contemporary repertoire that connects with audiences through a recognizable film source. Directors seeking rock arrangements that don't require advanced technique but still deliver energy and musicality will find this accessible without being simplistic.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the rock groove grounded and steady; this tune lives or dies on rhythmic precision. Work the section on locking in with the drum line from day one.
- Balance the alto sax solo or soli so it cuts through without overpowering the accompaniment. A bit of doubling in the lower reeds and brass helps anchor the sound.
- Use the unison passages to your advantage by drilling intonation as a full ensemble. Grade 2 bands often sound better when marching in block formations on these easier, more homophonic sections.
How to use it
Work this into your second half or closer during outdoor season when you want to showcase contemporary music and connect with fans familiar with the film. It pairs well alongside show-opener material because its straightforward structure and accessible difficulty leave mental space for the visual elements of your production.
Skills your students will build
- Rock rhythm pocket and swing feel
- Ensemble balance in unison writing
- Feature solo execution with section accompaniment
- Reading modern scoring conventions and stylistic articulation