Party in the U.S.A.: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$55.00 USD

Party in the U.S.A.: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Party in the U.S.A.: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-32476
Price: 55.00 USD
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As Performed by Miley Cyrus

Words and music by Claude Kelly, Lukasz Gottwald, and Jessica Cornish / arr. Patrick Roszell

Grade: 1 (Very Easy)

Item: 00-32476

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The ultimate Miley Cyrus party song! Party in the U.S.A. reached the #1 position on the Billboard Pop 100. So put your hands up and party!

Don't just read it, hear it, play along with it, and watch your students grow with it. In MakeMusic Cloud, Party in the U.S.A.: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts comes alive with professional accompaniment, adjustable tempo, and built-in practice tools that turn solo practice into real progress.

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Series: Pop Beginning Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 134

UPC: 038081394152

SKU: 00-32476

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About the Composer: Claude Kelly

Claude Kelly is a songwriter and producer who has written and produced songs across pop, R&B, and hip-hop since the early 2000s. His work appears on numerous chart-topping releases, and he brings a strong understanding of contemporary songwriting craft to the pop standards that appear in educational arrangements.

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Why we love this

Band directors know that getting Grade 1 students excited about their parts means choosing music that connects to their world. This arrangement delivers the infectious energy of a genuine hit without sacrificing good voice leading or musical clarity. Students actually want to play it, which means they'll practice it.

What to expect

Bright, celebratory, and instantly recognizable. The arrangement captures the song's infectious pop sensibility while keeping individual parts accessible and engaging. There's a real sense of joy in the writing, and students feel it from the first rehearsal.

Who it's for

Grade 1 concert bands ready to program contemporary pop music without sacrificing musicianship. This works equally well for schools building confidence in younger or newly formed ensembles and for groups looking to connect with students through repertoire they recognize.

How to get the most out of it

Keep the tempo energetic but controlled; resist the urge to rush through the verses. The groove works best when the rhythm section locks in with precision rather than speed.
Balance the melodic line across sections so the hook stays clear. This isn't a thick orchestral sound; it thrives on transparency and punch.
Use the recorded accompaniment to establish the groove early in rehearsals. Hearing the original recording helps students grasp the style before they focus on individual notes.
Mark your breath points in the longer phrases during early rehearsals. Even Grade 1 players benefit from planning where they need air.

How to use it

Place this on a spring concert where you want a high-energy moment that audiences will recognize and enjoy. It pairs well with other pop arrangements at this level and gives your ensemble a genuine crowd-pleaser without requiring advanced musicianship.