Firework: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Katy Perry / Arranged by Michael Brown
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00181906
$65.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Firework - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $7.50 | |
| Firework - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Eb Alto Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Firework - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Bass | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Firework - Timpani | $6.00 |
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Description
This hit recorded by Katy Perry is arranged here in a very effective setting for young bands by Michael Brown. Saxes state the melody in the beginning, then other sections are added in as the piece builds intensity throughout to the familiar anthem-like chorus played by the entire ensemble. Sure to be an audience pleaser. Dur: 1:50
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00181906
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About the Artist: Katy Perry
Katy Perry emerged as one of the defining pop artists of the 2010s, known for crafting radio-friendly anthems with infectious hooks and mass appeal. Her work spans upbeat pop confections and occasional introspective moments, making her catalog a natural fit for concert band arrangements that engage young musicians and audiences alike.
Why we love this
Michael Brown's arrangement captures the propulsive energy of the original without sacrificing clarity for a developing ensemble. The staggered entry of sections creates natural pedagogical moments where students experience how orchestration builds momentum, and the familiar chorus payoff guarantees genuine audience enthusiasm.
What to expect
Bright and propulsive, with the playful energy of a pop production translated into concert band colors. The arrangement maintains the original's infectious spirit while building toward a satisfying full-ensemble moment that feels earned rather than artificial.
Who it's for
Grade 2 bands ready to program something with genuine popular appeal that doesn't compromise musical integrity. This works for concert directors seeking a crowd-pleasing closer or for groups wanting to build student confidence through a piece that resonates beyond the rehearsal room.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the saxophone melody in the opening against light accompaniment from lower voices so the hook cuts through without overpowering.
- Mark the intensity crescendos in your score and cue them explicitly; younger players often need clear visual signals to understand when to pull back or push forward.
- Check that each instrumental section entering during the build knows their dynamic level relative to what's already playing. Layer-by-layer additions collapse if everyone plays at the same volume.
- Lock the rhythmic precision in the percussion and low brass during the chorus; the familiar melody will carry audiences, but loose timekeeping undermines the anthem quality you're after.
How to use it
Save this for a spring or end-of-year concert where you want to leave audiences smiling. The short duration (1:50) makes it ideal as a finale or as an opening statement of musical energy that sets a celebratory tone for the rest of your program.
Skills your students will build
- Layered orchestration and how instrumental combinations create texture
- Dynamic contrast and ensemble balance across changing instrumental densities
- Recognizing and executing crescendo shapes that build over multiple measures
- Stylistic interpretation of contemporary popular music in concert band setting