Sing, Sing, Sing: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Louis Prima / arr. Ralph Ford
Grade: 3 (Medium)
Item: 00-PK-0007828
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Description
Here is arguably the greatest swing tune ever in a terrific, hip arrangement by veteran writer Ralph Ford. You will hear some interesting new twists that really make this a memorable tune on or off the field. Spectacular! (2:04)
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Additional Details
Series:
Mega Sounds for Marching Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
114
SKU:
00-PK-0007828
More about this title
About the Arranger: Ralph Ford
Ralph Ford began arranging professionally at fifteen and has spent decades building one of the most prolific catalogs in educational music publishing. His background spans university teaching, jazz ensemble direction, and media composition, giving him insight into what works on the field and in the concert hall alike. Ford holds an exclusive arrangement contract with Alfred Music's Belwin division, where his 250+ titles serve orchestras, concert bands, jazz ensembles, and marching programs worldwide.
Beyond the page, Ford has worked as a clinician, conductor, and media composer for broadcast and advertising. His dual expertise in live ensemble performance and production work informs every detail of his writing, from voicing choices to pragmatic logistics on the field.
Why we love this
Ford's arrangement respects what made the original swing standard iconic while introducing fresh orchestration that keeps the ensemble engaged and the audience surprised. At Grade 3, it's accessible enough for developing programs but sophisticated enough to hold the attention of advanced groups. The stated runtime of 2:04 makes it practical for field shows and concert programs without sacrificing musical substance.
What to expect
The arrangement sparkles with the energy of live swing while benefiting from contemporary voicing that avoids pastiche. Ford's twists keep the tune fresh; listeners hear echoes of the original but encounter new harmonic colors and rhythmic turns that reward close listening.
Who it's for
Marching bands working at Grade 3 level who want to program a recognizable standard without relying on a predictable reading. Directors seeking a swing tune with modern arranging sensibilities will find Ford's treatment both playable and distinctive. This works equally well as a field show centerpiece or a concert band number.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the section work carefully to let the swing feel breathe; resist overblowing the ensemble hits, which should land with precision rather than force.
- Lock the rhythm section and front ensemble to establish the groove early in rehearsals; the hip twists Ford built in will land harder when the foundation is solid.
- Articulate the jazz phrasing distinctly in the woodwinds and brass, treating syncopated figures as speech rather than mechanical patterns.
- Check intonation in unison passages where swing voicing can mask tuning issues; the contemporary arrangement style depends on pitch accuracy.
How to use it
Program this as a contrasting element in a field show that might otherwise lean classical or contemporary; its swing feel and proven crowd appeal make it a natural crowd pleaser in the second or third slot. It pairs naturally with other jazz-influenced literature or works well as a standalone concert selection that bridges the gap between recreational and serious repertoire.
Skills your students will build
- Swing articulation and phrasing in a full ensemble context
- Section balance and blend in contemporary jazz voicing
- Reading syncopated rhythmic figures with precision and musicality
- Maintaining intonation in unison passages with chromatic movement