Game of Thrones (arr. Larry Moore)
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Game of Thrones (arr. Larry Moore)

By Ramin Djawadi / Arranged by Larry Moore

Grade: 2-3

Item: 35-PK00447538
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Level: 2-3

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
SKU: 35-PK00447538

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About the Composer: Ramin Djawadi

Ramin Djawadi is a German film and television composer best known for his work on major HBO productions, particularly the Game of Thrones series. His approach to orchestration balances accessibility with dramatic impact, making his music ideal for educational arrangements that don't sacrifice musical integrity for the sake of lower difficulty levels.

Djawadi's compositions rely heavily on memorable melodic lines and clear harmonic structures, qualities that translate effectively to ensemble settings. His ability to create music that feels cinematic yet playable has made his work a natural fit for school orchestras and bands seeking contemporary repertoire with genuine artistic substance.

Why we love this

Larry Moore's arrangement captures the iconic theme without overcomplicating it, keeping the essential character intact while making it viable for developing ensembles. The Grade 2-3 level means your students play the real tune, not a simplified skeleton, and that sense of ownership over a music they actually know builds genuine engagement in rehearsal.

What to expect

Imposing, memorable, and immediately recognizable. The theme carries an epic quality that feels bigger than the Grade 2-3 difficulty suggests, with enough harmonic movement and orchestration choices to keep listening ears engaged across multiple hearings.

Who it's for

Young orchestras and bands hungry for contemporary repertoire that doesn't insult their intelligence. This arrangement works equally well for concert performance or as a teaching tool in theory and music history discussions about how film scores are built.

How to get the most out of it

  • Establish the opening melody with clear articulation and projection. This theme depends on recognition, so make sure the primary line sits forward in the mix regardless of which section carries it.
  • Balance the harmonic background carefully. Supporting voices should be present but transparent, allowing the main melody to cut through without drowning out accompanying material.
  • Shape the phrasing in four and eight bar units. Djawadi's melodies breathe in predictable chunks, so use that structure to build natural phrases rather than playing mechanically through bar lines.
  • Honor the dramatic intention in dynamics. This music supports visual storytelling on screen; let your tempo and volume changes reflect the emotional arc of the theme.

How to use it

Consider pairing this with other film or television themes at similar difficulty levels to create a pop culture concert that speaks to your students' actual listening lives. It also works beautifully as a season opener, something familiar enough to build confidence but substantial enough to demand real musicianship.

Skills your students will build

  • Playing prominent melodic material with confidence and projection
  • Balancing melody against harmonic accompaniment
  • Shaping longer phrases (4 and 8 bar units) with intentional breath
  • Executing clean articulation on descending intervallic patterns

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