HandClap: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Fitz And The Tantrums / Arranged by Paul Murtha
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00372437
$50.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| HandClap - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Flute | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Eb Alto Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Bass | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| HandClap - Timpani | $6.00 |
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Description
Recorded by Fitz and the Tantrums, you'll hear this catchy tune used in TV commercials as well as on the airwaves. Paul's lively arrangement for young players starts with the entire sax section on the opening riff. The melody is skillfully passed around from section to section, and the low brass in particular get a rare chance to shine. Dur: 2:15
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Additional Details
Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00372437
More about this title
About the Artist: Fitz And The Tantrums
Fitz and the Tantrums burst onto the pop and rock scene in the early 2010s with infectious energy and a knack for crafting instantly memorable hooks. Their music blends pop sensibility with rock attitude, drawing from soul, funk, and new wave influences to create tracks that stick in your head long after the first listen.
The band's breakthrough success came with songs that landed in commercials, films, and streaming playlists worldwide. For music educators, their catalog offers accessible, rhythmically engaging material that resonates with young musicians while maintaining genuine musicality and arrangement sophistication.
Why we love this
Paul Murtha's arrangement captures everything that makes the original irresistible while distributing the fun across your entire ensemble. Grade 2 players rarely get pieces this satisfying to perform, where the opening saxophone riff feels genuinely cool and the melodic trading keeps everyone engaged throughout.
What to expect
Bright, propulsive, and undeniably fun. The groove hits immediately and doesn't let up, with enough melodic variety to keep the piece from feeling one-dimensional. You get the satisfaction of performing something your students recognize from culture outside the concert hall, which builds genuine investment in the performance.
Who it's for
Grade 2 concert bands looking for contemporary material that actually excites young players. Ensembles wanting a pop selection that's musically solid, not a novelty; this arrangement respects both the source material and your musicians.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the opening sax riff tight as an ensemble before moving forward with the arrangement. Clean articulation here sets the tone for the entire performance.
- Balance the melody as it passes between sections by having each group shift their dynamic slightly when they take over the line. This creates clarity without requiring dynamics to change drastically.
- Give the low brass their moment. These passages are written to be heard, so encourage your tuba and trombone players to play with confidence and let them feel the groove.
- Keep the energy steady throughout the 2:15 runtime. The arrangement's appeal lies in its driving momentum, so avoid letting the tempo drift or the ensemble settle back.
How to use it
Slot this into a spring concert or pops program where you want a high-energy moment that connects with your audience. The familiarity of the original makes it a natural crowd-pleaser between heavier classical selections, and at 2:15 it doesn't demand substantial rehearsal time relative to its performance impact.
Skills your students will build
- Passing melodic lines smoothly between sections
- Articulation clarity and ensemble consistency in rhythmic figures
- Groove-based playing with steady internal pulse
- Dynamic balance when multiple sections share the same harmonic content
- Confidence performing recognizable contemporary music in a concert setting