What a Man Gotta Do (arr. Jack Holt and Matt Conaway): Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Jonas Brothers / Arranged by Matt Conaway / Arranged by Jack Holt
Grade: 2-3
Item: 35-PK00461397
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The Jonas Brothers continue their impressive comeback with this high-energy rocker. Matt's version for younger bands beautifully captures the upbeat flavor of the original and will sound great with limited rehearsal.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00461397
More about this title
About the Artist: Jonas Brothers
The Jonas Brothers emerged as one of the defining pop acts of the 2000s, blending catchy melodies with energetic performances that connected with audiences across multiple generations. Their recent return to recording and touring demonstrates their enduring appeal and ability to craft songs that translate effectively across different musical settings and ensembles.
Why we love this
Matt Conaway's arrangement captures everything that makes the original infectious without overcomplicating the parts, which means your students stay locked on the groove rather than fighting notation. The Grade 2-3 voicing acknowledges that younger bands still need space to breathe and execute cleanly, yet the arrangement never feels diminished or watered down.
What to expect
High-octane and infectious. The arrangement keeps the original's swagger and forward momentum, delivering the kind of tune that makes audiences lean in and students feel the payoff immediately. It's modern pop energy without pretense.
Who it's for
This works for high school and strong middle school marching bands ready for contemporary pop with real rhythmic drive. Directors seeking crowd-pleasing repertoire that doesn't sacrifice musicianship will find a solid vehicle here.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the pulse relentless. This tune lives or dies on steady forward motion; any hesitation in the rhythm section breaks the energy immediately.
- Balance the melody against the supporting parts so the hook stays clear. Younger bands often push the fill notes too hard and bury what people came to hear.
- Nail the articulation markings as written. Staccato versus legato drives the character in pop music more than in traditional concert works.
- Let the band feel the original recording before rehearsal one. Knowing what they're chasing helps students find the pocket faster.
How to use it
Place this in an early-season show or exhibition when you want immediate engagement and feedback from the crowd. The accessibility of the tune works well paired with one substantial traditional march or concert opener to frame the show.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining rhythmic precision in syncopated pop grooves
- Balancing transparency between melodic and supporting instrumental lines
- Executing articulation changes as stylistic markers
- Reading and responding to contemporary song form and structure
- Executing forward-driving ensemble phrasing at tempo