The Syncopated Clock: Percussion Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
For Mallet Ensemble, Aux. Percussion, Optional Bass Guitar, and Optional Timpani
Music by Leroy Anderson / arr. Justin Koszarek
Level: Medium Easy
Item: 00-PK-0006826
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Description
A staple of the Boston Pops Orchestra, this medium-easy grade percussion ensemble arrangement of "The Syncopated Clock" is written for 7--9 players. A great introduction to the style of Leroy Anderson.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred's Pop Mallet Ensemble Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
22
SKU:
00-PK-0006826
More about this title
About the Composer: Leroy Anderson
Leroy Anderson (1908-1975) was an American composer and conductor known for his accessible, witty instrumental works that brought classical music to popular audiences. His compositions for orchestra and band became concert staples, performed regularly by ensembles ranging from high school groups to the Boston Pops Orchestra, where his music remains a cornerstone of the repertoire.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures everything that makes Anderson's writing so infectious: unexpected rhythmic twists, bright orchestration, and an unmistakable charm that engages both players and audiences. The percussion ensemble format gives your section a chance to shine with material that's genuinely fun to perform while introducing students to a composer whose style shaped American concert music.
What to expect
Playful and rhythmically inventive, with the slightly off-kilter energy its title promises. The writing is tonal and melodic enough to feel grounded, yet the syncopation and unexpected accents keep listeners on their toes throughout.
Who it's for
Percussion ensembles at the intermediate level looking for engaging, accessible repertoire with personality. This piece works well for groups with 7-9 players who want to explore a 20th-century American composer without technical complexity getting in the way of musical enjoyment.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the tempo crisp and precise; the syncopated figures need clarity to land their humor and energy.
- Balance the melodic and rhythmic roles across your ensemble so no single line overwhelms the others.
- Use the dynamic markings to shape the phrasing and highlight the unexpected accents that define Anderson's style.
How to use it
This works beautifully as a lighter moment in a mixed percussion concert or as a standalone feature that showcases your ensemble's rhythmic precision and musicality. Consider programming it alongside other American popular composers or as an accessible entry point for audiences new to contemporary classical percussion music.
Skills your students will build
- Playing syncopated rhythms with precision and clarity
- Balancing ensemble blend across multiple percussion voices
- Interpreting dynamics and phrasing in contemporary classical music
- Coordinating complex rhythmic patterns with other players