More Combo Blasters for Pep Band: Part II (E-flat) (Alto Sax) Book

López knows exactly what pep bands need: instantly recognizable melodies, rhythmic drive, and smart voicing that lets alto sax players feel the energy without overcomplicating the part. This second volume delivers the same reliability that made the first book a staple, with 14 songs that span decades and genres so your halftime rotations stay fresh all season.

This book swings between rock, funk, pop, and parade traditions with an unshakeable groove. Each chart is built to make the stadium move, whether you're riding the rhythm of 'Rhythm Is Gonna Get You' or finding the swagger in 'Bad to the Bone.'

Alto sax players in marching or pep bands who want reliable, energetic arrangements that work in games, halftime shows, and spirit events. These 12 pages give section leaders charts they can teach quickly and performers charts that feel rewarding from day one.

• Keep the alto sax line articulate and rhythmically locked with the trumpet section; these charts rely on section cohesion rather than complex harmony.
• Listen for the lead voice (usually trumpet or alto sax) and balance your tone to support without overshadowing it.
• Mark your dynamics clearly during the first read-through; crowd energy should drive your dynamic choices, not the printed markings alone.
• Pay attention to the rhythm section's groove; your part sits in conversation with the drums and bass line, so rehearse together when possible.

Pull single charts for weekly halftime performances, or program several back-to-back during pep rallies to showcase your band's range and crowd control. The variety means you can tailor selections to your audience and season without recycling the same energy every week.

• reading and executing rhythmic figures within consistent groove-based charts
• balancing tone and volume within a section-driven texture
• responding to visual and aural cues from the lead voice and rhythm section
• sustaining consistent articulation and phrasing across multiple repetitions