Party Dance Mix: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Arranged by Paul Murtha
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00255953
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Includes: "Moves Like Jagger", "Good Time", and "Party Rock Anthem". Dur: 4:30
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00255953
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About the Arranger: Paul Murtha
Paul Murtha is a prolific arranger and composer whose work spans concert band, jazz ensemble, and educational settings. His arrangements have become staples in school music programs across the country, known for striking a balance between accessibility and musical substance. Murtha's ability to capture the energy and character of contemporary music while writing idiomatically for young ensembles has made him a trusted voice in pop and rock transcriptions for bands.
Why we love this
Murtha's knack for translating hit pop into concert band gold shines here. Three wildly different songs share a common thread of infectious groove, yet each maintains its own rhythmic and melodic identity, giving students genuine variety to sink their teeth into without requiring advanced technical chops.
What to expect
Three consecutive shots of pure energy and momentum. The music pulses with the confidence of modern pop production, complete with syncopated grooves, layered textures that build excitement, and enough rhythmic variety to keep players engaged without becoming fussy. These are songs built for movement and crowd energy.
Who it's for
Grade 3 bands seeking contemporary material that energizes students without demanding extensive performance experience. Directors wanting to program recognizable hits that appeal to audiences while keeping rehearsal demands manageable.
How to get the most out of it
- Find the pocket in the rhythm section first. These arrangements live and die by the groove, so lock the percussion and low brass together in rehearsal before layering in the rest of the band.
- Resist the urge to drag. The energy of pop music relies on forward motion; keep the tempo honest and let the syncopated figures sit comfortably rather than fighting against the groove.
- Balance the homophonic sections carefully. When the full band hits unison figures, make sure upper woodwinds don't overshadow the harmonic foundation in the middle voices.
- Emphasize the contrast between verse and chorus voicings. These arrangements use texture changes to build momentum; articulation and dynamic nuance will make those shifts sparkle.
How to use it
Place this in a spring concert focused on contemporary music, or use it as a closer to a program mixing classical and popular repertoire. The 4:30 duration works well as a complete set piece, bridging the gap between traditional concert band literature and what students hear on their own devices.
Skills your students will build
- Comping and groove playing in a pop idiom
- Balancing syncopated rhythms against steady harmonic support
- Stylistically appropriate articulation and phrasing for contemporary music
- Layered texture awareness (distinguishing melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic roles)
- Ensemble listening within a funk and pop-influenced metric framework