Thunder: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Imagine Dragons / Arranged by Paul Murtha
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK00411180
$60.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Thunder - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Flute/Piccolo | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Bb Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Eb Alto Sax | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Bb Tenor Sax | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Eb Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - 1st Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - 2nd Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - 3rd Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Bb Horn/Flugelhorn | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - 1st Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - 2nd Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Electric Bass | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Bells/Xylophone | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Snare Drum | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Cymbals | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Quad Toms | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Multiple Bass Drums | $6.00 | |
| Thunder - Aux Percussion | $6.00 |
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Recorded by Imagine Dragons, this familiar rock anthem is perfect for pumping up the team or the crowd. A powerful statement in a concise package!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00411180
More about this title
About the Artist: Imagine Dragons
Imagine Dragons emerged from Las Vegas in the early 2010s to become one of the most commercially successful rock bands of their generation. Their anthemic sound combines electronic production with organic instrumentation, creating tracks designed for massive audiences and high-energy environments. The band's ability to craft memorable melodic hooks and driving rhythmic foundations makes their catalog particularly well-suited for ensemble arrangement.
Why we love this
Paul Murtha's arrangement captures the relentless momentum and infectious groove of the original while scaling it perfectly for Grade 3-4 marching ensembles. The piece delivers exactly what you need in a pep rally or competition opener: recognizable, energetic, and immediately engaging to any crowd. Best of all, the concise length means students lock in the material quickly without losing the impact.
What to expect
Propulsive and unflinching, with that signature Imagine Dragons pulse that makes sitting still nearly impossible. The arrangement doesn't soften the original's rock edge; instead it translates that raw momentum into something your marching ensemble can own completely.
Who it's for
Bands seeking a contemporary piece that connects with students and audiences alike will find this invaluable. Whether you're building a season opener, adding star power to a pep rally program, or filling a competition slot, this arrangement delivers maximum impact in minimum time.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the quarter-note pulse early in rehearsal to anchor the rhythmic feel; this groove-based piece lives or dies by timing precision across the full ensemble.
- Balance the melody between trumpet and woodwind sections so neither dominates; Murtha's orchestration spreads the hook across multiple voices intentionally.
- Shape the dynamic arc toward the final statement rather than playing everything at full volume from measure one; restraint in the opening makes the payoff feel earned.
- Emphasize the crisp articulation in the rhythmic figures supporting the main line; clean tonguing here sells the rock energy without sounding sloppy.
How to use it
Use this as an energizing opener to any performance context where you need to establish excitement immediately. It pairs well in programs that blend contemporary pop repertoire with traditional selections, showing audiences the full range of your ensemble's capability. The accessible difficulty means you can program it even in years when your rehearsal time is compressed.
Skills your students will build
- Executing consistent pulse and groove in a contemporary pop context
- Reading and performing syncopated rhythmic figures accurately
- Balancing melodic and rhythmic voices within ensemble texture
- Articulating rock-style tonguing with precision and style