Child In Time (arr. Conaway Finger): Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Deep Purple / Arranged by Matt Conaway / Arranged by Matt Finger
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK01872830
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This arrangement of the Deep Purple hit, reimagined for the trailer for Season 5 of Stranger Things captures the ominous tone and brings a uniquely dramatic addition to your field show. Baritone and Horn solo. Drum set part included.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01872830
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About the Artist: Deep Purple
Deep Purple emerged from the British rock scene in the late 1960s and became one of the defining bands of hard rock and heavy metal. Their 1972 album "Machine Head" introduced "Child In Time," a track that showcases the band's signature blend of organ-driven arrangements, virtuosic guitar work, and dramatic dynamics. The song's evolution from quiet, introspective passages to explosive crescendos demonstrates compositional sophistication that extends well beyond typical rock songwriting.
For music educators, Deep Purple's catalog offers rich material for teaching how rock and classical music traditions intersect. Their arrangements favor complex instrumental interplay and dynamic contrast, making them valuable models for students learning to balance ensemble blend with individual voice.
Why we love this
The Conaway and Finger arrangement captures what made the original compelling without relying on distortion or extreme sonic effects to create drama. Your students will find the contrast between intimate solo passages and full-ensemble moments genuinely theatrical, and the baritone and horn solos provide excellent feature opportunities for mid-level players who need rewarding material that doesn't demand virtuosic chops.
What to expect
The arrangement opens with an eerie, tension-filled atmosphere before gradually building momentum and intensity. It channels the original's ability to shift from reflective and mysterious to urgent and driving, keeping the audience unsettled and engaged throughout.
Who it's for
Directors programming Grade 3 to 4 marching shows who want contemporary rock material with dramatic range and genuine musical substance. This works particularly well for programs that need crowd-engaging repertoire while maintaining instructional value for students still building fundamental ensemble skills.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the exposed solos carefully in rehearsal; the baritone and horn parts require precision articulation and solid intonation to land the dramatic moments without sounding thin.
- Treat dynamic shifts as architectural elements rather than sudden surprises. Map them out early so the ensemble understands how tension builds and releases across the form.
- The drum set part grounds the arrangement's rock foundation. Coordinate closely with your battery to ensure snare work locks into the mallets' figures without overriding the melodic content.
How to use it
Consider this as a centerpiece for a show exploring darker themes or as a striking opener that establishes an energetic, contemporary tone immediately. The Stranger Things association gives it immediate cultural relevance, making it an effective bridge between your program's artistic vision and your audience's contemporary musical references.
Skills your students will build
- Dynamic control from soft, sustained passages to aggressive, full-ensemble moments
- Ensemble balance when supporting solo features
- Rock rhythm interpretation and groove stability
- Transitions between contrasting sections and tempos