Eye of the Tiger: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Frankie Sullivan and Jim Peterik / arr. Doug Adams
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0008058
$55.00
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Description
Fire up your team this fall with the rock hit from Rocky III. This great chart is inspirational and full of energy. Doug Adams brings it down to size in this easy-to-play version, but none of the power or excitement is sacrificed. (1:47)
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Additional Details
Series:
Easy Pops for Marching Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
108
SKU:
00-PK-0008058
More about this title
About the Composer: Frankie Sullivan
Frankie Sullivan co-wrote "Eye of the Tiger" with Jim Peterik in 1982, creating one of the most recognizable rock anthems in film history. The song's enduring popularity across decades reflects Sullivan's gift for crafting memorable melodies and hooks that resonate with broad audiences, making his work a natural fit for music education settings where student musicians benefit from playing music they already know and love.
Why we love this
Doug Adams has done the heavy lifting here, scaling this iconic rock hit down to Grade 2 without stripping away any of its swagger. Your students will recognize it immediately, which means they'll be invested from the first rehearsal. The energy and drive of the original remain intact, giving your band a genuine crowd-pleaser for fall football games and competitions.
What to expect
Pure adrenaline and forward motion. The driving rock rhythm, iconic guitar riff translated for full band, and propulsive melody create an irresistible sense of momentum that carries both performers and audiences along. This is music built to energize a crowd and make your students feel like the champions they're marching as.
Who it's for
Marching bands at the Grade 2 level who need a high-energy, recognizable opener or closer for game day and competition. Directors looking for accessible arrangements that don't talk down to young musicians will find this a solid choice. Student musicians who thrive when playing music they already know will engage immediately with this material.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the rhythm section first. The groove is the foundation; once drums and low brass establish the pocket, the melodic voices will sit comfortably on top.
- Let the brass cut through. This arrangement is built for projection and excitement, so encourage your trumpets and upper woodwinds to play with confidence and presence without forcing the sound.
- Shape the dynamic arcs to match the original song's intensity. Start lean and build through repetitions rather than playing at full volume from bar one.
- Use the recorded accompaniment (if available) during early rehearsals to help students internalize the groove and harmonic rhythm before working without it.
How to use it
Open your halftime show or pre-game performance with this to set an aggressive, confident tone for your band. It also works as a closer or feature moment during a competition where you want maximum crowd engagement. Consider programming it alongside other contemporary pop or film hits to showcase your band's versatility and accessibility.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining steady grooves in rock and contemporary idioms
- Balancing independent part writing with cohesive ensemble sound
- Reading and executing Grade 2 marching band notation and drill
- Projecting tone and articulation in outdoor performance environments
- Responding to strong rhythmic and melodic hooks in ensemble context