Dance the Night: Score
From Barbie
Words and music by Dua Lipa, Andrew Wyatt, Mark Ronson and Caroline Ailin / arr. Michael Story
Grade: 2.5
Item: 00-PR-0007403
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Description
This catchy tune by talented singer-songwriter Dua Lipa is featured in the blockbuster Barbie movie. This earworm is going to be a hit with your students. Dance the Night is perfectly arranged by Michael Story for young band and ready to energize your next concert. (2:05)
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
SKU:
00-PR-0007403
More about this title
About the Composer: Dua Lipa
Dua Lipa is a British-Kosovar singer and songwriter whose pop sensibility and ear for infectious melodies have made her one of the defining voices of contemporary pop music. Her work spans chart-topping albums and high-profile film contributions, bringing a modern pop sensibility to every project she touches.
Why we love this
Michael Story's arrangement captures the irresistible groove and energy of this chart-topping song without losing the melodic hook that makes it unforgettable. At Grade 2.5, it sits in that sweet spot where young bands can sound polished and confident, making it ideal for building morale and audience engagement at any concert.
What to expect
Infectious, upbeat, and radiating the kind of pop-rock energy that makes you want to move. The arrangement sparkles with bright colors and driving rhythm, capturing the dancefloor confidence of the original while staying true to young band capabilities.
Who it's for
Young concert bands at the 2.5 grade level who want to program something current, engaging, and accessible without sacrificing musicality. Students respond to songs they know, and this Barbie movie hit carries cultural relevance that will energize your ensemble and captivate your audience.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic precision of the pop groove by having your rhythm section lock in early. The pocket is everything here; lock your percussion and low brass together in sectionals before bringing the full band.
- Balance the melody line so it cuts through the accompaniment without getting buried. The tune is the star, so make sure your first trumpet and woodwind leads have the dynamic freedom to sing it.
- Keep the tempo steady and energetic throughout. This is a dance track at heart, so resist the urge to rush; a disciplined pulse will make the arrangement swing.
- Shape the phrasing in four and eight-bar phrases rather than playing it note-to-note. Young players often benefit from thinking in musical blocks, which gives the pop style more character.
How to use it
Program this as a mid-concert pick-me-up or closer. The familiarity and energy make it perfect for junior high or high school pops concerts, spring concerts, or any program where you want to finish strong and send the audience out smiling.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining steady pulse and groove in pop/rock style
- Balancing melody against rhythmic accompaniment
- Playing with stylistic confidence and contemporary musical language
- Ensemble precision in syncopated rhythms