Rude: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by MAGIC! / Arranged by Robert Longfield
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00303732
$45.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Rude - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Rude - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Bass | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Rude - Timpani | $6.00 |
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Description
With its distinctive reggae beat and dance-like percussion groove, this contemporary hit recorded by the group Magic! adapts nicely for band in this effective setting for young players.
Dur: 2:40
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00303732
More about this title
About the Artist: MAGIC!
MAGIC! is a Canadian reggae fusion band that achieved mainstream success with their 2013 debut single 'Rude,' which topped charts globally and introduced millions of listeners to infectious reggae rhythms blended with pop sensibility. The group's ability to craft accessible, uplifting music with strong grooves has made their catalog particularly valuable for music educators seeking contemporary repertoire that engages students.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures everything that made the original hit so compelling—that irresistible reggae pulse and the celebratory energy—while keeping the technical demands appropriate for second year players. Longfield's scoring gives every section something rewarding to play, whether it's the infectious skank rhythm, a memorable melodic line, or the carefully voiced harmonic foundation that locks the ensemble together.
What to expect
Sunny and buoyant, with that signature reggae lilt that makes you want to move. The arrangement balances a laid-back groove with moments of celebratory brightness, creating the sensation of a festive gathering rather than a formal concert work.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the second grade level seeking contemporary repertoire with genuine appeal to young musicians. This works equally well for programs wanting to introduce reggae idioms or for directors looking to program a crowd-pleasing piece that feels current and fun.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the reggae skank feel in the opening rehearsals by having rhythm section and sustained voices tap or play just the off-beat emphasis before adding the full texture; this skeletal approach builds the groove's foundation.
- Balance the melodic voices against the percussion groove so the tune sits comfortably over the rhythmic foundation without the band losing sight of what drives the song.
- Allow the energy to breathe through dynamic shapes rather than playing at a relentless forte; the arrangement likely builds naturally through repetition, so small crescendos during thematic statements enhance the architecture.
How to use it
Program this as a closer or encore when you want the audience leaving in a great mood. It pairs well on a concert featuring other contemporary or cross-genre material, and it's brief enough (2:40) to fit comfortably within a mixed program without derailing pacing.
Skills your students will build
- Syncopated rhythmic reading across multiple parts
- Reggae stylistic interpretation and feel
- Rhythmic independence between melody and accompaniment
- Blend and balance in a groove-based ensemble texture