Sing, Sing, Sing: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts

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Sing, Sing, Sing: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Sing, Sing, Sing: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-31630
Price: 40.00 USD
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Words and music by Louis Prima / arr. Jerry Burns

Grade: 1.5 (Very Easy)

Item: 00-31630

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Jerry Burns does it again! Here he takes the big band classic from Benny Goodman and crafts a great-sounding but oh-so-easy chart that will make any band sound great! (1:25)

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Series: Very Easy Pops for Marching Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 86

UPC: 038081342924

SKU: 00-31630

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About the Composer: Louis Prima

Louis Prima (1910-1978) was an Italian-American trumpeter, singer, and bandleader who bridged the worlds of swing jazz and popular entertainment. A New Orleans native, Prima led his own bands throughout the 1930s and 1940s, earning recognition for his energetic trumpet playing and charismatic stage presence. His composition "Sing, Sing, Sing" became a signature piece for Benny Goodman's orchestra and remains one of the most recognizable jazz standards of the swing era.

Prima's legacy in music education centers on his ability to craft infectious, straightforward melodies that capture the spirit of swing without requiring virtuosic performance. His compositions translate exceptionally well to educational settings, where they introduce young musicians to jazz language and ensemble style.

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Why we love this

Jerry Burns's Grade 1.5 arrangement strips away complexity without sacrificing the infectious energy that makes this tune irresistible. Your band gets an immediate hit that sounds like a real ensemble playing real jazz, not a watered-down approximation. The orchestration sits perfectly for developing marching musicians while the piece remains genuinely fun to perform and hear.

What to expect

Bright, propulsive, and playful. The piece bounces along with the infectious optimism of 1940s swing, built on a foundation of steady groove and infectious energy rather than complex harmonies. Your band will feel the joy of ensemble playing while delivering something audiences recognize and love instantly.

Who it's for

Beginning and early-intermediate marching bands eager to program accessible jazz material. This chart works particularly well for groups new to swing style or performing at informal spring concerts, pep rallies, and community events where showmanship and audience engagement matter.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the steady eighth-note pulse with the percussion section; the swing feel depends on rock-solid timekeeping underneath the melodic lines
Emphasize the articulation marked in the parts rather than tonguing everything uniformly; clear separation on shorter notes and connected breath on longer phrases sells the swing style
Balance the melody so it sits just above the harmonic foundation; this isn't a solo feature but a full ensemble groove
Keep the tempo consistent throughout to preserve the drive; rushes during fast passages flatten the swing feel

How to use it

Open a concert or pep rally with high-energy impact; the piece establishes excitement without tiring the ensemble before longer works. Pair it with other Very Easy Pops arrangements to build a themed set celebrating American popular song, or use it as a season opener to build confidence and enthusiasm in newer ensemble members.