Let It Be: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
By John Lennon / By Paul McCartney / As performed by The Beatles / Arranged by Michael Brown
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00173208
$60.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Let It Be - Full Score | $8.00 | |
| Let It Be - Flute/Piccolo | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Bb Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Eb Alto Sax | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Bb Tenor Sax | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Eb Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - 1st Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - 2nd Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Bb Horn/3rd Bb Tpt | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Baritone B.C. (Opt. Tbn. 2) | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Electric Bass | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Bells/Xylophone | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Snare Drum | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Cymbals | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Quad Toms | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Bass Drum | $6.00 | |
| Let It Be - Aux Percussion | $6.00 |
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Description
This iconic Beatles ballad was one of their last recorded hits. This impressive arrangement features a brief trumpet solo, a powerful build-up and modulation, and ends with a segue into "Hey Jude" for a truly powerful closing production.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00173208
More about this title
About the Composer: John Lennon
John Lennon shaped popular music as a founding member of The Beatles, writing or co-writing some of the most enduring songs of the 20th century. His melodic sensibility and willingness to experiment with song structure made him a natural composer for educational arrangements, as his work translates across ensembles and skill levels without losing its emotional core.
For music educators, Lennon's catalog offers accessible entry points into contemporary composition. His songs teach students about memorable hooks, harmonic movement, and the architecture of popular song without requiring advanced technical proficiency from performers.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures what makes the Beatles essential to young musicians: a melody that sticks immediately, harmonic movement that feels purposeful, and a structure that rewards ensemble playing. The trumpet solo and key modulation give your band genuine moments to shine, while the segue into 'Hey Jude' transforms a single piece into a concert statement.
What to expect
The piece captures the reflective quality of the original while building toward something bigger. What begins as intimate and contemplative grows into a powerful collective statement, with the unexpected key change serving as the moment when introspection turns outward.
Who it's for
Grade 2 bands looking for contemporary repertoire that connects with students' existing musical knowledge. This works particularly well for groups wanting to program accessible pop arrangements that still demonstrate ensemble musicianship and allow soloists to contribute meaningfully.
How to get the most out of it
- Treat the trumpet solo as a moment of individual artistry within the ensemble context. Balance the accompaniment so the soloist is heard clearly without the band pulling back so much that energy dips.
- Shape the build-up leading into the modulation with gradual dynamic layering rather than sudden changes. Each section adding texture creates the forward momentum the arrangement deserves.
- The transition into 'Hey Jude' should feel inevitable, not bolted on. Rehearse the final moments of 'Let It Be' as the launch point for what follows rather than a separate section.
How to use it
Consider pairing this with your pop or contemporary music concert segment, where it can function as a complete set by itself given the 'Hey Jude' segue. It also works as a spring or end-of-year closer that acknowledges student preferences without compromising musical substance.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing solo passages against ensemble accompaniment
- Executing key modulations with secure intonation
- Maintaining momentum through dynamic builds
- Playing from familiar popular music in concert band settings