Jump (arr. Matt Conaway): Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
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Jump (arr. Matt Conaway): Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts

As performed by BLACKPINK / Arranged by Matt Conaway / Arranged by Pam Nave

Grade: 3-4

Item: 35-PK01872908
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The percussion kicks off the pulsating K-Pop beat before the trumpets and low brass come in with the melody and the party is on. This authentic arrangement captures all the syncopated synth rhythms and infectious groove of the Blackpink hit. A wonderful challenge for your more advanced ensemble and the perfect tune for a Friday night crowd or basketball game. Drum set part included.

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
SKU: 35-PK01872908

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About the Artist: BLACKPINK

BLACKPINK stands as one of the most influential K-pop groups globally, known for their commanding stage presence and genre-blending production. Their music bridges pop, hip-hop, and electronic production in ways that resonate with younger audiences and challenge traditional ensemble arranging.

For music educators, BLACKPINK's catalog offers something vital: authentic contemporary material that students actually want to play. Their hits feature intricate rhythmic layering, syncopated grooves, and production elements that translate surprisingly well to acoustic instrumentation when arranged thoughtfully.

Why we love this

Matt Conaway and Pam Nave's arrangement does what contemporary music transcription should do: it preserves the kinetic energy and rhythmic complexity of the original while making it playable by a Grade 3-4 ensemble. The decision to foreground percussion's role honors the electronic production that defines the track, giving your rhythm section genuine ownership rather than relegating them to timekeeping.

What to expect

Infectious and irresistible. The opening percussion pulse establishes the K-pop groove immediately, then the brass melody arrives with swagger. It's undeniably modern, propulsive, and built for movement rather than contemplation.

Who it's for

Advanced Grade 3-4 bands and marching ensembles with solid rhythmic fundamentals and articulation control. Directors programming pep band appearances, halftime shows, and Friday night football games will find this instantly crowd-pleasing.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock the syncopated synth rhythms in the horn line with precision; these aren't straight interpretations, so mark the written articulation and accents carefully in rehearsal.
  • Let your drum set player anchor the groove. This part carries the infectious beat, so their pocket directly shapes how the whole band feels the tune.
  • Balance the trumpets and low brass equally when they enter with the melody. The original's appeal depends on that melody cutting through without drowning the rhythmic layers underneath.
  • Push the tempo slightly on Friday nights and game days. This arrangement thrives when it drives; undershooting the pulse flattens the whole effect.

How to use it

Save this for moments when you want to shift energy and connect with students' actual listening lives. Program it on the lighter side of a concert, at pep band events, or as a halftime closer where the visual and sonic impact of a marching ensemble can amplify the track's inherent energy.

Skills your students will build

  • Syncopated rhythm reading in a contemporary pop context
  • Brass section balance and blend with rhythmic precision
  • Drum set integration and groove foundation
  • Articulation control in synth-inspired melodic passages
  • Ensemble cohesion at tempo with infectious groove

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