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Combo Blasters for Pep Band: B-flat Treble Clef Instruments Book

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Combo Blasters for Pep Band: B-flat Treble Clef Instruments Book

Combo Blasters for Pep Band: B-flat Treble Clef Instruments Book

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

Arr. John Wasson

Item: 00-MBC9608
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Description
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: 0-7692-5444-6
ISBN13: 978-0-7692-5444-9
UPC: 029156269611
SKU: 00-MBC9608
Instrumentation: Part III (B-flat Treble Clef) (Tenor Sax, Baritone T. C.)

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About the Arranger: John Wasson

John Wasson is an arranger and composer whose work has become a staple in marching arts and pep band programs across North America. Known for his ability to craft playable, energetic arrangements that work across varying ensemble sizes, Wasson has spent decades creating accessible music that doesn't sacrifice musical interest or fun.

Why we love this

Wasson's arrangements bridge the gap between pep band energy and actual musicality. The flexibility to perform with four players or a full band means you can use these charts regardless of attendance on game day, and the option to use the included accompaniment CD or a separate MIDI disk lets you adapt to your rehearsal setup without scrambling for a rhythm section.

What to expect

High-energy, crowd-friendly, and grounded in rock and soul grooves that audiences recognize instantly. These are songs built for fan engagement and band fun, arranged with enough harmonic color to reward serious listening while staying accessible for developing players.

Who it's for

This collection works for pep bands ranging from minimal to full instrumentation, making it ideal for programs with unpredictable turnout or schools that need versatile repertoire across multiple game days. Tenor and baritone saxophone players get meaty parts that stay engaging whether the band is four deep or forty deep.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the top voices with your tenor sax and baritone saxophone players. In a small ensemble, these parts carry the melody and need to be heard clearly; in a full band, they anchor the harmonic foundation.
  • If using the accompaniment CD, rehearse with it early and often so players internalize the groove rather than depending on following the recording in performance.
  • Lock your articulation choices within each chart. Rock and soul tunes especially benefit from crisp, deliberate tonguing that matches the style of each tune.
  • Encourage rhythmic precision in the B-flat parts; these charts live and die by solid pocket playing from the lower voices.

How to use it

Pull 3-4 titles from this collection per season and rotate them into your pregame or halftime rotation. The mix of rock classics, soul standards, and recognizable hits gives you the flexibility to program something different every week while building a consistent pep band identity. Space them throughout the season so no single tune gets overplayed.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and executing rock and soul rhythmic feels in B-flat treble clef
  • Playing as a flexible ensemble at multiple size configurations
  • Balancing harmonic and melodic responsibility in small group settings
  • Developing pocket awareness and ensemble cohesion with accompaniment playback
  • Stylistic interpretation of popular music idioms

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