Dancing Queen: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Arr. Jerry Brubaker
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0002344
$62.00
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Description
Originally performed by ABBA, this classic hit has been recently re-recorded by A*TEENS with a contemporary rhythm. Fascinating and charming, with solid scoring for young band by Jerry Brubaker, this tune really rocks!
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
152
SKU:
00-PK-0002344
More about this title
About the Arranger: Jerry Brubaker
Jerry Brubaker has built a reputation as one of the most prolific and practical arrangers for young band programs. His arrangements balance accessibility with musical substance, making repertoire that students genuinely enjoy playing while building real instrumental skills. Brubaker's deep understanding of what works in school settings, combined with his ear for contemporary and classic popular music, has made his work a staple in band rooms across North America.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures what makes 'Dancing Queen' so irresistible while staying entirely within reach for Grade 2 players. Brubaker's scoring gives every section meaningful material instead of relegating half your band to rhythmic padding, and the contemporary A*TEENS recording brings the tune into modern context without losing its infectious charm. Programming this gives your band instant audience appeal without sacrificing musicality.
What to expect
Bright, propulsive, and undeniably fun. The arrangement sparkles with pop sensibility while maintaining the fullness of concert band sonority, creating that rare middle ground where students feel they're playing something current and cool rather than something written for educational purposes.
Who it's for
Bands in their first or second year of concert programming, or more experienced groups looking to add contemporary pop repertoire that feels fresh and engaging. This works equally well as a rehearsal morale booster or as a solid crowd-pleaser on concert programs where you want to connect with families unfamiliar with traditional band literature.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the rhythm section (percussion, tuba, and low reeds) into a tight groove from the first rehearsal; the pop style lives or dies on rhythmic precision rather than expressive rubato.
- Balance the top line carefully during tutti sections so the main melody cuts through without the supporting voices drowning it out.
- Use the recorded reference to anchor tempo and feel, then have your ensemble gradually internalize the pulse without relying on playback during performance.
- Shape the phrases with subtle dynamic swells rather than abrupt changes; pop music benefits from flowing energy that builds naturally through the arrangement.
How to use it
Slot this into a pop music segment during a concert where you're mixing traditional repertoire with contemporary styles, or use it as an opener to energize the audience and set a lighter tone for the program. It also pairs well with other pop or musical theatre arrangements, allowing you to theme an entire section around music students hear in the media.
Skills your students will build
- Groove-based rhythm reading and ensemble synchronization
- Balanced voicing within harmonic textures at full dynamic levels
- Articulation clarity in fast-moving pop rhythms
- Dynamic control and phrase shaping in non-traditional concert band idioms