Out of Sight: Marching Band Conductor Score

$7.00 USD

Out of Sight: Marching Band Conductor Score

Name: Out of Sight: Marching Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-43874S
Price: 7.00 USD
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As Recorded by James Brown

Words and music by James Brown / arr. Jerry Burns

Grade: 2 (Easy)

Item: 00-43874S

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Here is the funky James Brown classic in a stellar new arrangement by Jerry Burns. Perfect for the stands, drill teams, and pep band, this chart will come together in a hurry! (1:20)

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Series: Very Easy Pops for Marching Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 8

UPC: 038081503080

SKU: 00-43874S

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About the Composer: James Brown

James Brown (1933-2006) fundamentally reshaped popular music by fusing gospel intensity with rhythm-driven arrangements that prioritized the groove. His influence on funk, soul, and hip-hop cannot be overstated; generations of musicians have studied his records to understand how to lock into a pocket and build energy through repetition and call-and-response.

For music educators, Brown's work offers a masterclass in arrangement economy. His signature sound relied on tight ensemble discipline, clear sectional roles, and the interplay between rhythm and melody. Marching band adaptations of his classics give students direct access to this pedagogical gold.

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Why we love this

Jerry Burns has captured the essential funk swagger of this James Brown staple while keeping the ensemble writing clean and accessible. Grade 2 marching bands can nail the pocket without getting bogged down in complex voicings, which means your students spend rehearsal time grooving together rather than puzzling out parts. The 1:20 length is perfect for pep band rotations, field shows, and concert openers where you need instant crowd energy.

What to expect

Undeniable funk groove with a confident strut. The arrangement captures Brown's signature syncopated energy while staying rhythmically grounded, giving your ensemble permission to be bold and percussive without overthinking it.

Who it's for

Marching bands at Grade 2 level who want a high-impact opener or closer with immediate crowd appeal. Pep bands, drill teams, and groups programming pop and funk repertoire will find this chart accessible enough to prepare quickly without sacrificing musicality.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the rhythm section (bass, snare, cymbals) into a tight unison before layering the melodic sections. Funk lives in consistency, not precision; a steady pocket matters far more than perfect alignment.
Emphasize the syncopated hits in the horn line. These punches drive the funk feel and give the piece its character, so mark them clearly in rehearsal and drill them as tight moments of punctuation.
Lean into the call-and-response moments if the arrangement includes them. The interplay between sections keeps the energy conversational and prevents the piece from feeling static.
Keep the tempo steady and slightly pushed. Funk can drag if the conductor allows the tempo to soften; a light forward motion maintains the groove even in slower passages.

How to use it

Lead with this in a pep band rotation or use it as a high-energy opener for a marching show focused on contemporary hits. Its compact length and accessibility make it ideal for mid-season programming when you want to build ensemble confidence and audience connection without overcommitting rehearsal time to a single piece.