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Combo Blasters for Pep Band: Part I (C) (Flute, Oboe, Mallets) Book

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Combo Blasters for Pep Band: Part I (C) (Flute, Oboe, Mallets) Book

Combo Blasters for Pep Band: Part I (C) (Flute, Oboe, Mallets) Book

An All-Purpose Book for Games, Pep Rallies, and Other Stuff

Arr. John Wasson

Item: 00-MBC9602
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This flip-folio book set contains pep band charts arranged by John Wasson that are playable by as few as four players up to a full band, with rock rhythm section parts. Either the separate MIDI disk or the included accompaniment CD can replace the rhythm section as needed. It's a unique concept and a great value! The titles are: The Star-Spangled Banner * Land of a Thousand Dances * Proud Mary * Louie, Louie * Tequila * Twist and Shout * Sweet Georgia Brown * Gimme Some Lovin' * Old Time Rock 'n' Roll * Soul Man * Celebration * Macarena * Sing, Sing, Sing * Smoke on the Water.

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Additional Details
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
ISBN10: 0-7692-8594-5
ISBN13: 978-0-7692-8594-8
UPC: 029156269550
SKU: 00-MBC9602
Instrumentation: Part I (C) (Flute, Oboe, Mallets)

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About the Arranger: John Wasson

John Wasson is a prolific arranger and composer whose work across marching arts, jazz, and concert music has shaped how bands approach accessible, engaging repertoire. His arrangements consistently balance musicality with playability, making it possible for groups at different skill levels to perform recognizable, contemporary material.

Why we love this

Wasson's pep band arrangements cut straight to what works: instantly recognizable songs that your students actually want to play, combined with flexible instrumentation that doesn't penalize you for missing players. The flip-folio format means your ensemble can sound full whether you have 4 musicians or 40, and the backing tracks let you rehearse independently of a rhythm section.

What to expect

High-energy, groove-driven arrangements that tap into the DNA of classic rock, soul, and pop while maintaining clean harmonic writing. The music breathes with attitude and forward motion, designed to land with clarity whether you're in a gym or a concert hall.

Who it's for

Pep bands with limited instrumentation or fluctuating attendance, and programs looking to program contemporary rock and pop hits without sacrificing musical substance. This works equally well for spirit rallies, game day performances, and concert settings where you want immediate crowd connection.

How to get the most out of it

  • Assign the mallets part to any available player, including percussionists doubling from the main battery. The part adds texture without requiring a dedicated musician.
  • Use the accompaniment CD to lock the tempo during early rehearsals, then gradually move toward independence as the ensemble gains confidence with the rock rhythms.
  • Treat the oboe doubling seriously in fuller arrangements. Even when Flute carries the melody, that harmonic voice keeps the blend from thinning out.
  • Keep the energy consistent across tempo changes. These songs live on momentum, so transitions between sections need marking and deliberate rehearsal.

How to use it

Build a full pep band set around these 14 titles, mixing them with your fight song and school anthem for consistent halftime or pep rally programming. The rock rhythm section parts mean you can also deploy them in jazz ensemble or mixed instrumentation contexts when your full band isn't available.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and executing rock and pop rhythmic styles (swung eighths, syncopation, backbeat patterns)
  • Balancing tone across different instrumental doublings (flute and oboe in the same register)
  • Responding to accompaniment tracks and tempo control
  • Sustaining energy and groove through repeated sections

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