The Magic of Harry Potter: 1st Trombone
Featuring Themes from All Eight Harry Potter Motion Pictures
By Alexandre Desplat and John Williams / arr. Michael Story
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PC-0015848_TN1
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Description
Relive the magic of all eight films! This composite medley represents each of the exciting film scores. The themes included are "Hedwig's Theme" and "Nimbus 2000" from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, "Fawkes the Phoenix" from Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, "Double Trouble" from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, "Hogwarts' Hymn" from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, "Dumbledore's Army" from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, "Harry and Hermione" from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, "Ministry of Magic" from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1, "Showdown" from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2, and "Leaving Hogwarts," which appeared at the end of both the first and last movies. Charismatically scored and arranged by Michael Story, featuring a variety of solo/soli segments to feature your best players and provide ample rests, this medley will ensure that Harry's conjuring enchantment lives on for generations to come. (6:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
For educational usage/non-profit performances only; for professional arrangements, visit our rental library at alfred.com/rental.
For educational usage/non-profit performances only; for professional arrangements, visit our rental library at alfred.com/rental.
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
264
SKU:
00-PC-0015848_TN1
More about this title
About the Arranger: Michael Story
Michael Story is an accomplished arranger and composer whose work spans educational and professional concert music. His arrangements for young bands balance accessibility with musical substance, making sophisticated material engaging and performable at the student level without sacrificing the character of the original compositions.
Why we love this
Story's arrangement captures the iconic sweep of John Williams's Harry Potter themes while keeping the writing lean and playable for Grade 2 ensembles. The medley format lets you program an entire thematic arc in one piece, and the strategic use of solos and soli segments gives your strongest players moments to shine while building in rest opportunities across the band.
What to expect
A sweeping journey through eight films' worth of magic and adventure. The medley moves from the wonder of the first film through the gathering darkness and conflict of the later stories, creating narrative momentum that carries listeners and performers alike through the full arc of the saga.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the Grade 2 level looking for a unifying pop culture piece with immediate appeal. This works especially well for groups that want repertoire recognizable to audiences beyond traditional concert music listeners, or for programs building thematic concerts around film music.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melodic solos against the harmonic foundation; the solo passages should soar without losing the underlying band support that gives them context.
- Pay attention to the transitions between themes. Each film's theme carries distinct character, so use tempo and articulation shifts to mark those boundaries clearly.
- Leverage the six-minute runtime strategically in rehearsal. Break the medley into sections by theme so students understand how each film's music connects to the overall arc before running it through.
How to use it
This medley fits naturally into a pops or film music concert, where it can anchor the program or serve as a crowd-pleasing finale. It also works as a seasonal selection around Halloween, given its inclusion in the series and the magical imagery throughout. The manageable six-minute length makes it ideal for spring solo and ensemble festivals or community concert appearances.
Skills your students will build
- Balance between featured soloists and ensemble accompaniment
- Articulation clarity within fast-moving thematic material
- Sectional transitions and tempo relationships across a medley structure
- Sustaining musicality through a longer single piece