Natural: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Natural: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-48193S
Price: 10.00 USD
Availability: InStock

As Recorded by Imagine Dragons

Words and music by Justin Tranter, Robin Fredriksson, Mattias Larsson, Daniel Platzman, Ben McKee, Wayne Sermon, and Dan Reynolds / arr. Michael Kamuf

Grade: 2.5 (Medium Easy)

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From their fourth studio album Origins, Imagine Dragons' tune Natural is a powerful rock anthem. With a soulful alto saxophone solo at the start, the groove launches the energetic theme building to an invigorating conclusion. Used by ESPN for their 2018 College Football broadcasts, this became the band's fifth number one song in the U.S. Strong and commanding! (2:45) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Pop Young Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 20

UPC: 038081558905

SKU: 00-48193S

More about this title

About the Composer: Justin Tranter

Justin Tranter is a songwriter and producer whose catalog spans pop, rock, and hip-hop across multiple decades. His work with Imagine Dragons helped define the sound of modern rock radio, balancing accessible melodies with substantive production that translates effectively to live performance contexts.

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Why we love this

Michael Kamuf's arrangement keeps the iconic alto saxophone hook front and center while building ensemble energy without overwhelming younger players. At Grade 2.5, the writing respects both the song's radio appeal and the practical limits of most high school bands, making it genuinely fun to rehearse and perform without requiring virtuosic soloists.

What to expect

Confident and propulsive. The soulful alto saxophone opening draws listeners in immediately, then the full ensemble catches fire with a groove that feels both tight and alive. By the end, the accumulating voices create an undeniable sense of drive and accomplishment.

Who it's for

Bands looking for contemporary repertoire that connects with students and audiences alike. This works particularly well in programs seeking accessible rock charts without sacrificing musical substance.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the groove early. This tune lives and dies by rhythmic precision in the rhythm section; spend rehearsal time establishing a pocket that feels effortless rather than mechanical.
Shape the alto saxophone solo with a real soloist if available. If doubling or covering the part, ensure it sits forward in the mix during that opening statement; it's the song's calling card.
Build dynamics deliberately toward the conclusion. The arrangement structures energy in layers; resist the urge to play everything at full volume and instead use the accumulation of voices to create genuine momentum.

How to use it

Pair this with other Grade 2 pop arrangements to create a contemporary concert set, or program it as a second-half opener to energize an audience after more traditional concert repertoire. Its ESPN pedigree and radio familiarity also make it ideal for pep band or community concert contexts where engagement matters as much as musicianship.