Dark Horse: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
From Katy Perry's Album PRISM
Words and music by Katy Perry, Max Martin, Lukasz Gottwald, Henry Walter, Sarah Hudson, and Jordan Houston / arr. Victor López
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0006518
$63.00
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Description
Katy Perry is on her way to becoming a music mogul and here is an opportunity to share her music with students and audiences. Energy, excitement, passion and lots more, this one has it all! With an Egyptian theme, this playable and exiting piece will definitely be a hit at your next concert. (2:00)
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
182
SKU:
00-PK-0006518
More about this title
About the Composer: Katy Perry
Katy Perry emerged as a defining pop voice of the 2010s, known for crafting stadium-sized anthems with infectious melodies and memorable hooks. Her songwriting collaborations with producers like Max Martin and Dr. Luke shaped some of the decade's most recognizable pop songs, blending accessible pop sensibility with production polish that translates surprisingly well to concert band arrangements.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures the propulsive energy of a contemporary pop hit while keeping the instrumentation accessible for Grade 2 bands. The Egyptian theme adds visual and sonic interest beyond standard pop fare, giving students a chance to engage with modern repertoire that actually excites them without sacrificing musicianship.
What to expect
Propulsive and celebratory, with an exotic edge courtesy of the Egyptian theme. The piece radiates confidence and forward motion, powered by bright colors in the brass and an irresistible rhythmic drive underneath.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the high school and advanced middle school level looking to program contemporary music that connects with students and audiences. Directors seeking Grade 2 repertoire with genuine entertainment value and recognizable cultural relevance.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the rhythm section locked and driving throughout. The 2-minute runtime relies on momentum, so precision in the percussion and low brass will make or break the energy.
- Balance the melodic content across sections rather than concentrating everything in the lead voices. This arrangement works best when multiple parts share the spotlight.
- Attend to the Egyptian elements in the arrangement. These thematic touches deserve clarity in articulation and voicing so they land as intentional musical choices, not as background texture.
How to use it
Program this as a centerpiece for a concert celebrating popular music or contemporary songwriting. Its 2-minute length makes it ideal for a concert that mixes classical and popular idioms, or pair it with other selections from the Pop Young Band series for a thematic set.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision and ensemble synchronization in syncopated pop rhythms
- Balancing melodic lines across multiple instrumental sections
- Dynamic control in passages that shift from energetic to more refined
- Articulation clarity in synth-driven and percussion-forward textures