Peter Gunn: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Henry Mancini / Arranged by Paul Murtha
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00258026
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Peter Gunn - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Piccolo | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Eb Alto Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Bb Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Electric Bass | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Peter Gunn - Timpani | $6.00 |
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Description
Winning Grammy and Emmy awards for Henry Mancini, this timeless TV theme has come to epitomize "spy" music. This unique arrangement for concert band features an optional solo section where any number of players can improvise over the simple chord structure or play the sample written solos that are provided. Dur: 2:20
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00258026
More about this title
About the Composer: Henry Mancini
Henry Mancini revolutionized film and television scoring by bringing jazz sophistication and orchestral craftsmanship to the small screen. His melodies became instantly recognizable to millions, proving that music for visual media could be both commercially successful and artistically substantial. Mancini won four Academy Awards and 20 Grammy Awards, establishing himself as one of the most prolific and influential composers of the 20th century.
Why we love this
Paul Murtha's arrangement captures the propulsive groove and sleek sophistication of Mancini's original while making it genuinely playable for young musicians. The optional improvisation sections transform what could be a straightforward TV theme into an engaging ensemble experience where students can explore jazz language within a structured, accessible framework.
What to expect
Suave and propulsive. The piece crackles with forward motion, built on a bedrock of cool harmonies and subtle syncopation that instantly signals sophistication. Even at moderate tempo, it conveys the intrigue and style audiences associate with mid-century spy thrillers.
Who it's for
Any concert band between grades 2 and 4 looking to program something with genuine pop culture appeal and jazz vocabulary. This works equally well for students encountering groove-based ensemble playing for the first time and for stronger groups wanting to build improvisation confidence in a low-stakes setting.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish a locked, steady pulse in the rhythm section; this theme's momentum depends on the bass and drums staying completely unified beneath the melody
- Balance the featured solo voices against the ensemble backdrop so the written melody remains audible even when improvisers take their moment
- Encourage soloists to respond to what the rhythm section is playing rather than simply playing over it; treat each solo as a conversation
- Keep articulations crisp and consistent in the horn section to maintain the sharp, sophisticated character Mancini's original perfected
How to use it
Pair this with other film and television themes to create a concert section exploring how music shapes visual narrative, or program it as a palate cleanser between heavier classical works. The short duration and high entertainment value make it ideal for pops concerts, end-of-year programs, or as an accessible entry point into jazz-influenced concert band repertoire.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining steady groove within ensemble contexts
- Jazz articulation and phrasing (detached yet connected)
- Basic improvisation over simple chord changes
- Listening and responding to rhythm section accompaniment
- Balancing solo melodic content against ensemble support