Teenage Dream: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
Words and music by Katy Perry, Lukasz Gottwald, Max Martin, Ben Levin, and Bonnie McKee / arr. Roland Barrett
Grade: 3 (Medium)
Item: 00-PK-0007970
$55.00
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Description
Singer/songwriter Katy Perry is one of today's hottest stars. Here is a solid arrangement of one of her No. 1 singles, from veteran arranger Roland Barrett. It's perfect for the stands and a real winner for pep band as well! (1:57)
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Additional Details
Series:
Premier Series for Marching Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
124
SKU:
00-PK-0007970
More about this title
About the Composer: Katy Perry
Katy Perry emerged as a defining pop voice of the 2010s, known for writing and performing infectious, hook-driven singles that dominated radio and streaming platforms. Her songwriting collaborations with producers like Max Martin and Lukasz Gottwald shaped the sound of contemporary pop music, blending accessibility with memorable melodic lines that translate effectively to ensemble arrangements.
Why we love this
Roland Barrett's arrangement captures everything that made "Teenage Dream" a chart-topper while building it intelligently for marching band instrumentation at a Grade 3 level. The piece delivers genuine crowd appeal at pep events and football games without sacrificing musical coherence or educational value. Directors get a tune their students recognize immediately, audiences stay engaged throughout, and the ensemble develops skills in contemporary pop style.
What to expect
The track maintains the bright, driving energy of the original recording. Energy and forward momentum define the experience, with clear melodies that audiences immediately recognize paired with arrangement textures that feel fresh and band-specific.
Who it's for
Marching bands seeking repertoire that resonates with student musicians and crowds alike will find this a reliable choice. Pep bands and groups looking to rotate contemporary music into their season will appreciate an arrangement that sits comfortably at Grade 3 without feeling watered down.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melody across sections carefully; with a Grade 3 band, parts of the tune will live in different instruments at different moments. Check transpositions and make sure the lead voice always projects above the harmonic foundation.
- Keep the tempo steady and energetic. The 1:57 duration means the arrangement moves; rushing tends to happen naturally here, so use a click track or recorded track if available for rehearsals.
- Shape the phrasing to match vocal phrasing from the original recording. Even if your band is playing instruments, thinking in terms of where a singer would breathe makes the melody feel natural and connected.
- Lock the articulation across all parts, especially in rhythmic sections. Pop arrangements live and die on rhythmic precision and consistent tonguing or stick attacks.
How to use it
This works exceptionally well as a pep band feature or a stadium piece during halftime shows where crowd familiarity amplifies impact. Programming it alongside other contemporary pop arrangements or as a lighter contrast to classical or traditional march repertoire gives the season stylistic variety while keeping ensemble morale high.
Skills your students will build
- Playing with consistent articulation in pop style contexts
- Balancing melody and harmony across different instrumental choirs
- Maintaining steady tempo and energy over extended arrangements
- Transposition awareness across multiple instrumental parts
- Phrasing contemporary melodic lines with musical intention