The Lions March (arr. Robert Buckley): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Arranged by Robert Buckley
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00464086
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This rousing march, based on a traditional melody, has been adopted by the Lions Clubs International as their theme song. The delightfully catchy melody explodes with energy and effervescence. With effective orchestration and a newly composed trio, this march has a sound much more impressive and advanced than its grade level would suggest.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00464086
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Why we love this
Buckley's arrangement delivers professional polish at a grade level where students can still feel the satisfaction of playing something substantial. The newly composed trio adds harmonic interest and structural sophistication, making this march sound far more ambitious than its accessibility suggests. For festival programs, it's the kind of piece that lands well with adjudicators and audiences alike.
What to expect
Bright, propulsive energy that bounces along with infectious charm. The melody settles into your memory immediately, and the orchestration sparkles with clarity and forward momentum. When the trio arrives, you feel the harmonic ground shift slightly underneath the familiar tune, giving the ensemble something fresh to sink their teeth into without overwhelming younger players.
Who it's for
Grade 2 bands ready to move beyond simpler marches, especially those seeking accessible festival or contest material with real musical substance. It works equally well for programs wanting to acknowledge Lions Clubs International or simply needing a dependable opener that engages audiences without requiring advanced technical facility.
How to get the most out of it
- Bring out the primary melody in the cornet section during the opening; let supporting voices stay warm but clearly secondary so the tune's catchiness registers immediately.
- Shape the dynamic arc into the trio with gradual intensity rather than sudden jumps. This allows the new material to feel like a natural expansion rather than a shift into different territory.
- Balance the lower brass carefully during the trio. They carry harmonic responsibility here, and clarity in the baritone and tuba lines prevents muddiness as the full ensemble thickens.
- Maintain steady, confident tempo throughout. Marches live or die by their groove; any hesitation in the rhythm section will undermine the energy the orchestration works hard to create.
How to use it
Place this early in a concert where its exuberance can set a positive tone and draw audiences in. It's also an excellent choice for community events, service club celebrations, or pre-contest performances where you want to build ensemble confidence before tackling more demanding repertoire.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing melody and accompaniment across different instrumental choirs
- Executing rhythmic precision within a march idiom
- Reading standard transpositions in a full concert band texture
- Responding to dynamic and phrase shaping cues for musical impact
- Sustaining ensemble blend during passages where multiple voices carry equal weight