Heartbeat Song: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
As Recorded by Kelly Clarkson
Words and music by Audra Mae, Kelly Clarkson, Kara Doguardi, and Jason Evigan / arr. Patrick Roszell
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0007165
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Description
From American singer Kelly Clarkson, this was the lead single from her album Piece by Piece. Reminiscent of 1980s music, it reached #2 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary and #6 on the Billboard Adult Top 40. Featuring a compelling retro dance vibe---once the style is captured, so will the hearts of your audience. (2:00)
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
172
SKU:
00-PK-0007165
More about this title
About the Composer: Audra Mae
Audra Mae is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter and composer who has contributed to some of pop music's biggest moments. Her work spans songwriting for major label artists, film scoring, and her own recording projects, demonstrating versatility across genres and mediums.
Why we love this
Patrick Roszell's arrangement captures the irresistible groove of the original while keeping the ensemble parts accessible for Grade 2 musicians. The retro 1980s energy translates beautifully to the concert band setting, giving your students a chart that sounds polished and radio-ready without requiring advanced technical demands. Programming a contemporary pop hit at this level proves that young bands can deliver genuine musical excitement alongside standard repertoire.
What to expect
Neon-lit and propulsive. The arrangement wraps itself around an insistent, catchy pulse that makes you want to move, with layers that build from a clean synth-pop foundation into something fuller and more energetic. It's nostalgic without feeling dated, contemporary without pretension.
Who it's for
Band directors building programs that excite young musicians with current repertoire. Students in Grade 2 ensembles who respond better to songs they hear on the radio than classical traditions.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic precision in the rhythm section first. The dance vibe depends entirely on locked snare, bass drum, and kick patterns that sit perfectly together.
- Balance the melodic line across woodwinds so it speaks over the groove without sounding thin. The accessibility of Grade 2 parts means young players often play the main hook, so blend matters.
- Let the ensemble breathe with the style. 1980s pop meant space, synth textures, and forward momentum, not constant fullness, so resist the urge to fill every measure.
How to use it
Pair this with one serious classical work and lighter fare to create a concert that mirrors what your students actually listen to. The 2-minute duration makes it perfect for a pops concert, festival set, or the closing number on a mixed program where you want to send the audience home happy.
Skills your students will build
- Steady groove and pocket playing in a pop idiom
- Ensemble balance in supporting and featured melodic roles
- Stylistic interpretation of 1980s pop production techniques
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated passages
- Dynamic control in layered textures