Presidents Day Parade (March): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Paul Murtha
Grade: 1-1.5
Item: 35-PK00121137
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Here is a terrific easy march for young players that cleverly includes a few quotes from "Hail to the Chief." Complete with a percussion break, trio section, and "dog fight," this great-sounding march ends with a rousing final strain. Fun to play and easy to learn! Dur: 2:35
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00121137
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About the Composer: Paul Murtha
Paul Murtha has built a prolific career writing accessible concert band music that balances genuine musicality with practical classroom needs. His compositions consistently demonstrate an understanding of young ensemble capabilities, crafting parts that challenge without frustrating and arrangements that sound polished from day one.
Why we love this
Marches at this level often feel skeletal, but Murtha loads this one with real character. The "Hail to the Chief" references feel organic rather than gimmicky, the percussion break gives your rhythm section something to anchor, and the "dog fight" section injects humor without sacrificing musicality. Your students will sound terrific, and they'll actually want to play it.
What to expect
Bright and propulsive, with the ceremonial weight of a real march but the bounce and fun that makes young players smile while they're playing. The familiar "Hail to the Chief" moments create genuine connection to something larger than the piece itself, while the trio section offers a moment of lyrical warmth before the energetic finish.
Who it's for
Beginning and early intermediate bands hungry for a march that respects their ability without treating them like beginners. Directors seeking patriotic repertoire with substance will appreciate the compositional craft beneath the accessible surface.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the main theme crisp and forward through the first strain. Young players tend to relax the pulse on marches; a steady conductor's beat prevents the tempo from drifting sideways.
- Balance the "Hail to the Chief" quotes so they land clearly but don't overwhelm the original melodic material. These are seasoning, not the main dish.
- Let the trio breathe with a slightly warmer tone than the opening. This contrast makes the return to the main theme feel earned and refreshing.
- Lock the percussion break so every articulation lands together. This moment defines the ensemble's rhythmic confidence for the audience.
How to use it
Perfect for school assemblies, patriotic concerts, or Veterans Day programs where you need something that satisfies musically while fitting the occasion. Its brisk 2:35 duration makes it an efficient concert opener or closer, and the straightforward form gives newer audiences a clear arc to follow.
Skills your students will build
- March style articulation and phrasing
- Balanced inner voice independence in a multi-strain form
- Rhythmic precision in percussion section writing
- Melodic clarity when layering recognizable themes with original material
- Tempo consistency across ensemble texture changes