The Lion King (2019) (Highlights from the Motion Picture): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Tim Rice / By Elton John / By Hans Zimmer / Arranged by Michael Brown
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00450273
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"The Lion King" saga continues with the 2019 live-action movie that features stunning visuals, and of course the familiar musical numbers. This medley includes "Never Too Late" which was composed for the new film, along with the favorites "I Just Can't Wait to Be King," "Hakuna Matata," "Can You Feel the Love Tonight," and "Circle of Life."
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00450273
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About the Composer: Tim Rice
Tim Rice stands among the most successful lyricists in musical theater history, having shaped the sound of popular musical storytelling across five decades. His collaborations with Elton John on works including "The Lion King" demonstrate his gift for crafting lyrics that move audiences emotionally while remaining accessible to performers of all levels.
Why we love this
Michael Brown's arrangement captures the infectious energy of these beloved songs while keeping the technical demands reasonable for a Grade 3 ensemble. The inclusion of "Never Too Late" alongside the iconic numbers gives your band a chance to perform both the familiar and the fresh, making this medley feel current rather than nostalgic.
What to expect
This medley sweeps you across the African savanna, from the raw power of "Circle of Life" to the mischievous swing of "Hakuna Matata." The arrangement honors the film's grandeur while keeping the focus on your ensemble's musicianship and storytelling.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the early intermediate level will find this medley both manageable and musically rewarding. It's ideal for bands still building technical facility but ready to tackle music with dramatic range and emotional depth.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melodic lines carefully in "Circle of Life." The opening needs restraint; let the arrangement build gradually rather than coming in full force.
- Lock the rhythmic precision in "Hakuna Matata." This number's humor lives in the groove, so nail the consistency of your eighth-note figures.
- Shape the phrasing in "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" with genuine lyricism. Treat the sustained passages as if your band is singing these words.
- Use the key changes between movements as natural energy shifts. Lean into the brightness of higher keys to refresh the listener's ear.
How to use it
Consider this a showpiece for a spring or end-of-year concert where you want something the audience recognizes immediately. It pairs well with classical selections on the same program, offering a natural programming contrast that keeps energy fresh across the concert.
Skills your students will build
- Dynamic contrasting between delicate passages and full ensemble moments
- Executing smooth key modulations without losing ensemble balance
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated figures, particularly in "Hakuna Matata"
- Phrasing sustained melodic lines with intentional shape and direction
- Balancing sectional independence in medley transitions