Mash-Up---Tribute Edition (Remembering Finn) (as featured on Glee): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Featuring: We Are Young / Empire State of Mind
Arr. Patrick Roszell
Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0006315
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Description
Combining the music of the infectious group, fun., and the soulful voice of Alicia Keys, this mash-up will serve as a fond remembrance of one of the more popular characters on the hit television show Glee. (5:00)
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Concert Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
262
SKU:
00-PK-0006315
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Why we love this
Roszell captures the emotional weight of this tribute while maintaining the infectious energy that made fun. and Alicia Keys' music so engaging. The Grade 3 scoring keeps the arrangement accessible without sacrificing the sophisticated harmonic and rhythmic interplay that gives the mash-up its character, making it a genuinely moving program choice that resonates with student musicians who grew up watching Glee.
What to expect
The mash-up unfolds with a bright, infectious groove that gradually deepens as Alicia Keys' soulful presence enters the picture. What begins as upbeat pop fun transforms into something more reflective and touching, creating space for genuine emotion while keeping the energy that made both artists' original music so compelling.
Who it's for
Band directors programming contemporary popular music for students who connect with Glee and modern pop culture. This works equally well for concert bands seeking accessible repertoire that still engages young musicians musically and emotionally, and for ensembles looking to add a tasteful pop arrangement to a concert that balances classical and contemporary works.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the fun. sections with the soulful Alicia Keys passages; the contrast between their musical signatures is what makes this arrangement work. Rehearse the transitions between material carefully so they feel intentional rather than abrupt.
- Pay close attention to the rhythmic precision in the ensemble; pop music demands tight execution of syncopated figures and groove patterns, which keeps the piece from dragging despite its five-minute length.
- Use the recorded accompaniment as a reference for tempo and style. Hearing how the groove sits in a recorded context will inform your band's approach to phrasing and air in the sustained passages.
- Shape the dynamic landscape thoughtfully. The piece builds in emotional intensity as it progresses, so avoid front-loading your volume and energy.
How to use it
Include this as a centerpiece in a concert celebrating television music or as a standalone pop selection that bridges contemporary culture and the concert band repertoire. Its five-minute length and emotional arc make it substantial enough to anchor a set, and its accessibility at Grade 3 means all sections of your band can participate meaningfully in something with real artistic weight.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing contrasting musical styles and moods within a single piece
- Executing syncopated rhythmic figures with precision and groove
- Reading and performing scored arrangements of popular music
- Managing dynamic shape and phrasing in contemporary idioms
- Ensemble blend when moving between fun's energetic material and Keys' soulful passages