Seussical: The Musical: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Featuring: Biggest Blame Fool / It’s Possible (McElligot’s Pool) / Oh, The Thinks You Can Think
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, music by Stephen Flaherty / arr. Michael Story
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0005441
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Description
The popular Broadway play is based on books by the legendary author Dr. Seuss. Michael Story's medley includes: "Biggest Blame Fool," "It's Possible (McElligot's Pool)" and "Oh, The Thinks You Can Think." A rock flavor is combined with the excitement and varied sound textures found on the Broadway stage. A real winner! (4:08)
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
250
SKU:
00-PK-0005441
More about this title
About the Composer: Stephen Flaherty
Stephen Flaherty has composed music for Broadway and beyond, bringing theatrical flair and melodic sophistication to stages worldwide. His gift for writing singable, character-driven melodies has earned him recognition in both musical theater and concert music circles, making his work accessible to student ensembles while maintaining professional polish.
Why we love this
Michael Story's arrangement captures the theatrical energy of the Broadway original while keeping the instrumentation and technical demands appropriate for Grade 2 bands. The medley format lets you program a full story arc in under five minutes, and the rock-influenced groove gives students a style beyond traditional concert band fare.
What to expect
The score captures the playful whimsy and theatrical flair of Dr. Seuss' imagination, then channels it through a rock-influenced lens with vibrant orchestration. You'll hear the joy and movement of the stage come alive in the band room, with unexpected harmonies and rhythmic energy that keeps players invested from start to finish.
Who it's for
Grade 2 concert bands looking to program engaging, well-arranged Broadway music that students recognize and enjoy. Directors seeking repertoire that bridges musical theater and concert band aesthetics without compromising ensemble musicianship.
How to get the most out of it
- Emphasize the rhythmic precision in the rock sections to lock the groove; tap eighth-note patterns with your foot during rehearsal so the band feels the steady pulse underneath the melody.
- Balance the variety of timbral textures by bringing out different instrumental families as themes shift between songs; mark those transitions in the score so no section drops out unintentionally.
- Let the rock flavor breathe by keeping articulations crisp in the wind sections while allowing the rhythm section room to lay back slightly on the back beat.
- Use the distinct character of each song to shape phrasing; "Biggest Blame Fool" reads differently from "It's Possible," so rehearse them as mini-scenes rather than a single tempo block.
How to use it
Program this as a standalone feature piece on a pops or family concert, where its theatrical character and reasonable length allow it to shine without dominating the program. It also works well paired with other accessible Broadway or musical theater arrangements at similar grade levels to create a thematic concert segment.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and performing rock-influenced rhythmic patterns
- Balancing melodic and harmonic textures across instrument families
- Interpreting contrasting musical characters within a single arrangement
- Responding to theatrical phrasing and style direction