The Nightmare Before Christmas (Part 2) (arr. Michael Brown): Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Danny Elfman / Arranged by Michael Brown / Arranged by Will Rapp
Grade: 4
Item: 35-PK01609683
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Description
This unique production number starts off with the devious-sounding "This Is Halloween," which includes an alto sax solo and intense full ensemble punches. The mood shifts dramatically to the bluesy swing tune "Oogie Boogie Song," treated here in a big band setting that really wails.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01609683
More about this title
About the Composer: Danny Elfman
Danny Elfman brought orchestral sophistication to film scoring when his work with Tim Burton redefined how movies could sound. His gift for melody combined with harmonic complexity makes his arrangements ideal for student musicians seeking repertoire that rewards both technical precision and expressive musicality.
Why we love this
Elfman's film scores translate beautifully to the marching ensemble, and this arrangement captures two contrasting moods that keep performers and audiences engaged. The alto sax solo in 'This Is Halloween' gives a strong sectional feature while the big band treatment of 'Oogie Boogie Song' lets your ensemble experience jazz swing vocabulary in a full ensemble context.
What to expect
Mischievous and darkly playful in the opening, shifting to sultry and swinging in the second half. The writing captures Elfman's theatrical sensibility; every note serves the storytelling, creating a mini drama that unfolds across the arrangement.
Who it's for
Marching bands at Grade 4 level looking to program contemporary film music with immediate appeal to audiences. Directors wanting to feature a soloists within a larger production number that builds section confidence across the ensemble.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the alto sax solo against the ensemble texture by having full sections support but never overshadow the featured player.
- The full ensemble punches need clarity and precision; practice these as isolated rhythmic figures before layering them into the surrounding material.
- Treat 'Oogie Boogie Song' with deliberate swing feel rather than straight rhythm, letting the big band idiom breathe naturally.
- The mood shift between selections requires distinct character work; use ensemble sectionals to establish the devious energy of Halloween before transitioning to the bluesy groove.
How to use it
Pair this with other holiday or Halloween-themed selections for a standalone concert set, or use it as a show opener that immediately establishes visual and sonic energy. The contrasting sections work well as a standalone production number without requiring elaborate staging.
Skills your students will build
- Solo feature execution within ensemble context
- Ensemble punch articulation and synchronization
- Swing feel and jazz phrasing idioms
- Dramatic mood shifts and musical contrasts
- Sectional balance and dynamic layering