World of Warcraft, Part I: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
Featuring: Gates of the Black Temple / The Burning Legion (Main Title)
Arr. Mike Story
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0007948
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Description
Alfred Music has partnered with Blizzard Entertainment to present a stunning three-piece halftime show based on the spectacular music from the popular interactive video game World of Warcraft™ (WoW). Part I begins slowly and mysteriously, then builds to a driving up-tempo section. The innovative, colorful scoring and unique rhythmic drive will engage your band and audience alike. (2:31)
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Additional Details
Series:
Big and Easy
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
228
SKU:
00-PK-0007948
More about this title
About the Arranger: Mike Story
Mike Story has established himself as a prolific arranger for marching and concert bands, with a particular gift for adapting popular music into accessible, engaging arrangements. His work balances technical clarity with musical substance, making him a trusted voice in music education publishing.
Why we love this
Story's arrangement captures the epic sweep of the World of Warcraft soundtrack while keeping the technical demands reasonable for a Grade 2 ensemble. The scoring moves from mysterious and atmospheric into a propulsive rhythmic section that will energize both your band and the stadium crowd. This is the kind of contemporary repertoire that validates marching band in the eyes of students who grew up with this game's music.
What to expect
You'll experience a journey from shadowy intrigue to adrenaline-fueled action. The opening feels tense and exploratory, then the band lifts into a confident, driving groove that pulls the entire ensemble forward with infectious momentum.
Who it's for
This arrangement serves Grade 2 marching bands looking for engaging, recognizable music that connects with a broad audience. Directors programming halftime shows will find Part I offers immediate appeal without requiring advanced technical skills from their section leaders.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the opening mystery carefully; the slower section relies on articulation clarity and sustained tone quality to hold the audience before the tempo shift.
- Lock the snare and bass drum parts tightly during the up-tempo section to maintain the driving energy without rushing.
- Let the brass section carry the melodic weight once the piece accelerates; they anchor the harmonic color and forward momentum.
How to use it
Program this as the centerpiece of your halftime show, particularly if you're building a thematic set. The 2:31 duration and strong dramatic arc make it an ideal standalone statement, or pair it with Parts II and III to create a comprehensive visual and musical production around the World of Warcraft universe.
Skills your students will build
- Controlling dynamics and sustain in slow, atmospheric passages
- Executing rhythmic precision during fast, syncopated sections
- Building cohesion across a multi-sectional form that moves between distinct musical characters
- Reading and performing music from a contemporary popular source