Royals: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Lorde / Arranged by James Kazik
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00292997
$45.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Royals - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Eb Alto Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Royals - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Bass | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Royals - Timpani | $6.00 |
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Recorded by New Zealand singing sensation Lorde, and winning the 2014 Grammy Award for "Song of the Year", this pop hit features a unique and distinctive sound. Effectively set for band, this is sure to be high on your students' request list. Dur: 3:15
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00292997
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About the Artist: Lorde
Lorde emerged as a global force in pop music during the early 2010s, crafting introspective yet sonically innovative work that appealed to both mainstream and critically discerning audiences. Her 2013 debut album "Pure Heroine" established her as a distinctive voice, and "Royals" became the breakthrough single that defined her artistic vision while earning widespread recognition including the 2014 Grammy Award for Song of the Year.
Why we love this
Your students already know this track, which means you're starting with genuine enthusiasm rather than teaching them to appreciate something unfamiliar. James Kazik's arrangement captures the song's minimalist production and moody sophistication without losing the pop sensibility that makes students want to perform it. Grade 2 scoring keeps the focus on musicality and stylistic authenticity instead of technical overload.
What to expect
Moody and controlled, with a subtle swagger underneath the surface. The arrangement channels the original's cool, detached aesthetic while maintaining the driving pulse that makes the song undeniably catchy.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the Grade 2 level seeking contemporary repertoire that engages students through material they recognize and care about. Directors programming pops concerts, end-of-year performances, or community outreach events will find immediate student buy-in here.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the dynamic contours carefully; "Royals" depends on restraint and space as much as it does on ensemble blend. Let the silence breathe.
- Lock into the groove early. This arrangement sits on a steady rhythmic foundation that needs precision from the rhythm section to anchor everything else.
- Balance vocal or solo lines against the ensemble texture. The song's appeal rests on clear communication of melody, so resist the urge to swell underneath.
- Pay attention to articulation consistency, especially in the synth-like passages. Uniformity in tongue or attack creates that sleek, contemporary sound.
How to use it
Schedule this for a pops-oriented concert where you can pair it alongside other contemporary hits or frame it within a themed program. It also works as a surprising contrast to traditional concert band repertoire, demonstrating to audiences that wind bands can authentically interpret modern music.
Skills your students will build
- Stylistic interpretation of contemporary pop and rock idioms
- Balancing sparse texture with ensemble cohesion
- Sustained dynamic control and musical restraint
- Groove-based rhythm reading and steady pulse maintenance