Magic Works (from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire): Score
By Jarvis Cocker / arr. Victor López
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PR-0000891
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Description
From Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™, here's the memorable selection, "Magic Works." This is the tune performed when Harry and Herminie are at the Hogwarts' prom. The music from Harry Potter is memorable, imaginative and belongs in your next concert.
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
144
SKU:
00-PR-0000891
More about this title
About the Composer: Jarvis Cocker
Jarvis Cocker is a British musician and composer best known as the frontman of the band Pulp. Beyond his work in rock and alternative music, Cocker has composed for film and television, bringing his distinctive sensibility to orchestral and ensemble contexts. His film scores demonstrate a gift for writing memorable melodies that serve storytelling while remaining accessible to performers across skill levels.
Why we love this
Grade 2 arrangements of recognizable film music are rare treasures for young bands, and this Victor Lopez transcription captures the charm of the original without sacrificing musicality. The tune is genuinely singable and sticks with audiences, giving your ensemble an instant connection with the concert hall. Programming a Harry Potter selection builds momentum in a concert and gives students repertoire they already love to play.
What to expect
Elegant and gently magical, the melody unfolds with the warmth of a formal dance at a school you wish you attended. The orchestration stays light and airy, letting the tune shimmer without overwhelming younger players. There's genuine charm here: whimsical but never saccharine.
Who it's for
Young concert bands (Grade 2) ready for film music that engages both players and audiences. This works equally well for middle school ensembles building confidence with popular repertoire and high school groups looking for approachable concert filler that entertains without demanding extensive rehearsal time.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melody between sections rather than letting any single voice dominate; the tune should feel warmly lyrical, not overstated.
- Watch the conductor carefully during the accompaniment figures; rhythmic precision in the supporting voices makes the melody land with clarity.
- Approach dynamic changes as gradual shapings rather than sudden shifts, letting the phrasing breathe naturally across phrases.
- Blend woodwind and brass colors in the harmonic support; this arrangement thrives when all voices sit together as one ensemble sound.
How to use it
Pair this with other film or fantasy-themed pieces to build a thematic concert half, or use it as a crowd-pleasing closer that leaves audiences smiling. It also makes an excellent encore, since the straightforward Grade 2 difficulty means your band can nail it even after a full concert's worth of playing.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing melody and accompaniment in mixed instrumentation
- Shaping long melodic lines with subtle dynamic control
- Executing rhythmic figures in supporting voices with precision
- Blending woodwind and brass textures in harmonic passages