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Uma Thurman: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

As performed by Fall Out Boy / Arranged by John Berry

Grade: 1.5

Item: 35-PK00337215

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From the group Fall Out Boy, here is their high energy rock hit that features a relentless rock beat and quotes from the familiar '60s television show "The Munsters". This easy to learn arrangement will quickly become one of your students' favorites, and a memorable choice for any concert.

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
SKU: 35-PK00337215

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About the Artist: Fall Out Boy

Fall Out Boy emerged from Chicago's pop-punk scene in the early 2000s and quickly became one of the defining bands of their generation. Known for infectious hooks, intricate arrangements, and theatrical energy, the band built a devoted fanbase by blending punk sensibilities with pop accessibility and ambitious production. Their catalog spans nearly two decades of evolution, making them a rich source for educational arrangements that engage today's students.

Why we love this

Berry's arrangement captures the manic charm of the original without sacrificing playability for a 1.5-level ensemble. The Munsters theme integration feels organic rather than forced, giving your students a recognizable cultural touchstone while they navigate the relentless rock groove that defines the song.

What to expect

Pure adrenaline. The track hums with barely contained chaos, driven by a relentless beat that propels the melody forward with urgency. That unexpected detour into Munsters territory grounds the piece in quirky humor, reminding your ensemble that rock music thrives on personality as much as precision.

Who it's for

This arrangement suits jazz ensembles looking for contemporary material with immediate appeal. Students gravitate toward songs they know, and this one delivers that familiarity while developing rock rhythm section skills and section discipline.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock the kick drum and bass guitar together during the opening section; their unison establishes the foundation that everything else bounces against.
  • Keep the horn punctuations crisp and synchronized. These stabbing moments are what give the arrangement its pop-rock edge.
  • Balance the melody so it cuts through without drowning out the rhythm section. The energy should feel propulsive, not cluttered.
  • Let the Munsters theme breathe slightly when it appears; the contrast between that groovy, deliberate melody and the surrounding high-octane sections is part of what makes the arrangement fun.

How to use it

Perfect as an opener or encore for a concert featuring contemporary repertoire. The high-energy appeal makes it ideal for reaching family members less familiar with jazz idioms, and its manageable difficulty means you can prepare it alongside more substantial works without derailing rehearsal focus.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining steady rock rhythm in syncopated contexts
  • Balancing articulation across sections with contrasting rhythmic roles
  • Reading and executing contemporary pop-rock stylistic conventions
  • Responding to rapid dynamic shifts and section transitions

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