One-Hit Wonders: Concert Band Conductor Score

$6.00 USD

One-Hit Wonders: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: One-Hit Wonders: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-23280S
Price: 6.00 USD
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Percussion Section Feature

By Mark Williams

Grade: 1 (Very Easy)

Item: 00-23280S

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Feature your beginning percussionists in this clever one-of-a-kind section feature by Mark Williams. Place the percussion instruments in front of the band, and watch the fun as the percussionists take turns parading through for their "one hit". Then the music speeds up as they do it again until all players scramble into position to play the final note together. (Alternatively, you could also perform this piece using building staff/administrators as guest performers, with the regular percussionists serving as "coaches".) A riotous show-stopper for that first-year concert program. Correlates to Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 24.

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Series: Accent on Achievement

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 8

UPC: 038081259543

SKU: 00-23280S

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About the Composer: Mark Williams

Mark Williams composed over 200 works for school bands, orchestras, and choirs, establishing himself as a foundational voice in music education literature. His collaborations shaped instrumental pedagogy across North America, and his clinic appearances in 34 states, five Canadian provinces, and Australia demonstrated the reach of his influence. Williams earned degrees from Eastern Washington University and served as woodwind performer and arranger for the 560th Air Force Band while maintaining a long teaching career in Washington schools, where he pioneered elementary band instruction.

Beyond the printed page, Williams was an accomplished bassoon performer and conducted the Spokane British Brass Band as its artistic director. His contributions to the field earned recognition from the Western International Band Clinic's Gralia Competition and multiple ASCAP Special Awards, cementing his legacy as a composer who understood the needs and capabilities of student musicians at every level.

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Why we love this

This piece solves the programming puzzle of how to feature beginning percussionists without overwhelming them. Williams builds the comedic premise into the music itself: each percussionist steps forward for their moment, the tempo accelerates, and the whole section culminates in a unified finale that feels genuinely triumphant rather than chaotic. It's the kind of opener that gets audiences laughing and reminds them why band concerts matter.

What to expect

A burst of theatrical joy. The piece combines the bounce and transparency of early-level band writing with a playful narrative that unfolds measure by measure. By the accelerated final section, the energy becomes infectious, turning what could have been a simple feature into a riotous celebration of percussion.

Who it's for

Beginning concert bands with solid Grade 1 fundamentals and at least one section of percussionists ready for featured work. This piece works equally well in a rehearsal-based program or a more traditional concert setting, making it accessible to school bands at any performance venue.

How to get the most out of it

Decide your staging in advance. Whether percussionists stand in front or you invite staff members as guest performers, walk through the physical choreography at least twice so transitions stay tight and the humor lands.
Keep the individual "hits" crisp and confident. Young players often rush or diminish their sound when performing solo; a quick reminder that each person owns their moment helps them commit fully.
Build the tempo accelerations gradually across rehearsals. Let the band find the groove at the faster speed before adding the full visual element, so musicians can concentrate on staying together rather than watching the parade.

How to use it

Reserve this for your opening concert of the year, especially if it's your first band concert of the season. The humor and accessibility welcome audiences in, establish a fun tone for the evening, and give your percussionists a confidence boost early in their playing lives. It also works beautifully as a stand-alone encore or as a bridge between more serious repertoire.