Rock It Science: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Robert Buckley
Grade: 0.5
Item: 35-PK00272832
$50.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Rock It Science - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Bb Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Eb Alto Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Trombone/Baritone B.C./Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Timpani | $6.00 | |
| Rock It Science - Piano | $6.00 |
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Description
As the title implies, this dynamic piece for beginners is more about "rock" than it is "science"! Your players will enjoy the stomping and clapping and powerful themes. Dur: 1:20 (Grade .5)
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00272832
More about this title
Why we love this
Buckley captures what makes rock music engaging for young players without overcomplicating the writing. The piece leans into physical musicmaking (stomping, clapping) that draws beginners in and creates immediate ensemble energy, making it an ideal opener for groups building confidence and cohesion.
What to expect
Infectious, grounded, and celebratory. The piece radiates the raw appeal of rock music without pretense, inviting players to feel the drive of a good beat and the lift of a strong melodic hook. Audiences leave these performances smiling.
Who it's for
This works perfectly for beginning concert bands seeking energetic, accessible repertoire that feels modern and engaging. Directors looking to build early group cohesion and rhythmic control will find the stomp and clap elements especially valuable for getting new ensembles moving together.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the stomp and clap patterns as a unified section before layering in the melodic material. This rhythmic foundation needs to feel rock-solid so the band can lean on it.
- Emphasize the power in the themes by pushing tone production in the middle and lower voices. Young players often underestimate how much their part matters in grounding a rock arrangement.
- Let the physicality of the piece breathe. The stomp and clap aren't just percussion textures; they're part of the arrangement's personality, so invite the full band to commit to them without reservation.
How to use it
Program this early in a concert to establish energy and get the ensemble engaged before moving into more intricate repertoire. At only 1:20, it also works beautifully as a transition piece or as part of a thematic set focused on modern musical styles.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in ensemble unison
- Controlled dynamics and articulation in rock style
- Synchronization of pitched and non-pitched percussion elements
- Reading and executing rhythmic patterns at Grade 0.5 level