Funkytown: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Steven Greenberg / As performed by Lipps Inc. / Arranged by Michael Brown
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00097655
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Funkytown - Full Score | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Eb Alto Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Convertible Bass Line | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Funkytown - Timpani | $6.00 |
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Description
Originally recorded by Lipps Inc. in 1980, this memorable hit continues its popularity today including recent appearances in "Alvin and the Chipmunks" and "South Park." You just can't help but smile and tap your toes when you hear this one! Dur: 2:40
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00097655
More about this title
About the Composer: Steven Greenberg
Steven Greenberg crafted one of the 1980s' most infectious pop hits as a songwriter and producer for Lipps Inc. His work on "Funkytown" demonstrates a gift for creating instantly memorable melodies paired with groove based arrangements that have proven durable across decades and media.
Why we love this
Michael Brown's arrangement captures the essential funk and energy of the original while keeping the instrumentation and technical demands accessible to young players. Students connect immediately to music they recognize from films and culture, which transforms rehearsal from obligation into genuine enthusiasm.
What to expect
Irresistible momentum. The arrangement pulses with the funk foundation of the original, complete with that synth line translated effectively for band instruments. Your students will feel the groove physically, and audiences will recognize the tune instantly.
Who it's for
Grade 2 concert bands seeking accessible repertoire with genuine style and student appeal. This works equally well for groups building confidence in pop and rock styles or programs wanting to feature a crowd-pleasing selection that feels current.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the articulation in the horn sections during the main groove. Consistent tonguing style across players creates the precision that makes funk arrangements sparkle.
- Dial in the rhythm section balance early. The bass and drums carry the pocket here, so they need confident execution before layering in melodic parts.
- Shape the dynamic contour into each section entrance. Rather than playing the whole chart at one level, build intensity as new instrumental groups add the familiar riff.
- Keep the tempo steady and confident. This chart rides on groove rather than complexity, so a solid, unwavering pulse matters more than anything else.
How to use it
Place this mid-concert when you need an energy lift and audience engagement. The two-minute-forty-second duration makes it ideal for filling a spot that bridges more serious classical selections, and its popular culture footprint means families and students alike will request it.
Skills your students will build
- Executing consistent articulation across sectional parts
- Maintaining steady groove and pocket playing
- Balancing bass and melodic lines in funk arrangements
- Reading and performing syncopated rhythmic figures
- Responding to dynamic shape and sectional build within a contemporary style