Pressure: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Billy Joel / Arranged by Jay Dawson
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00290136
$80.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
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| Pressure - Full Score | $10.00 | |
| Pressure - Flute 1 | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Flute 2 | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Clarinet 1 | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Clarinet 2 | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Bass Clarinet | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Alto Sax 1 | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Alto Sax 2 | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Tenor Sax | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Baritone Sax | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Trumpet 1 | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Trumpet 2 | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - F Horn | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Bb Horn | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Trombone | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Baritone B.C. | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Baritone T.C. | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Tuba | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Electric Bass | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Vibraphone | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Marimba | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Snare | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Quint-Toms | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Cymbals | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Bass Drums | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Aux. Perc. 1 | $5.99 | |
| Pressure - Aux. Perc. 2 | $5.99 |
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Description
Jay captures the full array of musical material contained in this hit by Billy Joel, one of the legendary honorees at the 2013 Kennedy Center Honors. This arrangement, with its message and musical content, provides a great source of programming material. Score for small bands with reduced instrumentation.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00290136
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About the Artist: Billy Joel
Billy Joel stands as one of popular music's most distinctive voices, known for his piano-driven compositions and storytelling lyrics that span decades. His induction into the Kennedy Center Honors in 2013 recognized his profound impact on American music and culture, cementing a legacy that extends far beyond the concert stage into educational settings where his work continues to inspire musicians.
Why we love this
Jay Dawson's arrangement respects the melodic integrity and emotional weight of the original while reimagining it for marching ensemble forces. The reduced instrumentation keeps the arrangement accessible for smaller programs without sacrificing the song's distinctive character, making it a smart choice for bands seeking contemporary material with real substance.
What to expect
Propulsive yet introspective, this arrangement captures the tension between vulnerability and determination that makes the song resonate. The rhythmic drive propels forward while the melodic writing maintains the intimate, reflective quality that defines Joel's composition.
Who it's for
Directors programming for Grade 3 bands seeking contemporary material that offers both musical substance and audience recognition. Smaller programs benefit from the reduced instrumentation without needing to compromise on the arrangement's artistic integrity.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the piano and bass line carefully in the opening; these voices anchor the arrangement's rhythmic foundation and deserve clarity even as other sections enter.
- Commit fully to the song's narrative arc. The gradual build from intimate verses to the driving chorus mirrors Joel's original intent, so resist rushing the early sections.
- Pay attention to articulation consistency among horn voices during the main melodic statement; uniform tonguing style strengthens the block voicing.
- Shape dynamics to reflect the lyrical content. The weight of the message comes through more powerfully when musical intensity mirrors emotional intensity.
How to use it
Consider programming this alongside other contemporary pop arrangements to showcase how marching repertoire extends beyond traditional sources. Its Grade 3 accessibility makes it viable mid-season or as a concert finale that connects with student musicians and audiences alike.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing soloistic material against ensemble background
- Maintaining steady eighth-note rhythmic drives characteristic of rock arranging
- Interpreting dynamic shapes that reflect lyrical meaning
- Executing clean articulation in tightly voiced horn sections
- Understanding how original melody is preserved through reimagining for different instrumentation