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What's Up at the Symphony?: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

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What's Up at the Symphony?: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

What's Up at the Symphony?: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Bugs Bunny's greatest hits featuring: This Is It / William Tell Overture / The Barber of Seville / The Merry-Go-Round Broke Down / Hungarian Rhapsody / Hungarian Dance / The Ride of the Valkyries / Merrily We Roll Along

Arr. Jerry Brubaker

Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-CBM04028
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Bugs and Porky invite you to take part in this classic(al) cartoon medley. All the greats are here: "This Is It," "William Tell," "Barber of Seville," "The Merry-Go-Round Broke Down," Liszt's "Hungarian Rhapsody," Brahms' "Hungarian Dance," "The Ride of the Valkyries," and "Merrily We Roll Along." Every cartoon mood and effect you could expect. You've got to get up pretty early on Saturday morning to hear a medley better than this! (4:45)

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Series: Pop Concert Band
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 332
UPC: 654979083337
SKU: 00-CBM04028

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About the Arranger: Jerry Brubaker

Jerry Brubaker

Jerry Brubaker is a prolific arranger and composer whose work appears regularly in concert band and wind ensemble repertoire. His arrangements are known for capturing the humor, energy, and accessibility that make music engaging for student musicians while maintaining musical integrity.

Why we love this

This medley bridges classical music and popular culture in a way that makes concert programming genuinely fun. Brubaker's orchestration stays transparent enough for Grade 3 ensembles to execute cleanly, yet every section gets a moment to shine through recognizable, beloved themes that audiences connect with instantly.

What to expect

A Saturday morning cartoon brought to life in the concert hall, complete with comedic timing and familiar melodies that generations recognize. The energy shifts playfully from one theme to the next, capturing the slapstick charm of Bugs Bunny and Porky Pig while giving your ensemble genuine classical material to perform.

Who it's for

Any Grade 3 concert band ready to program something that entertains both students and audiences without sacrificing musical content. This works especially well for spring concerts, family-friendly events, or programs where you want to celebrate the classical tradition with a wink.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the famous themes so each one lands clearly; the transitions between "This Is It" and "William Tell" happen fast, so lock the section releases together in rehearsal.
  • Watch the cartoon effects marked in the score. Your percussionists will drive the personality of this piece; give them the space and clarity to land those moments.
  • Take the tempo relationships seriously from one theme to the next. Even small tempo adjustments between sections make the medley feel intentional rather than rushed.
  • Lean into the orchestration details. Brubaker voices these classical favorites for concert band, so the full sound depends on woodwind doublings and brass balance working in concert.

How to use it

Program this as a standalone feature or pair it with a more traditional classical concert band selection to create variety and keep audience engagement high. At 4:45, it's substantial enough to anchor a concert segment without demanding an entire program around it.

Skills your students will build

  • Executing rapid section transitions and tempo changes
  • Balancing ensemble sound across multiple distinct themes
  • Coordinating rhythmic precision with percussion effects
  • Interpreting style shifts (classical to comedic to lyrical) within a single piece

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