J.W. Pepper Music Catalog
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Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 | jwpepper.com | [email protected] 15 Broadway, Movie & TV Themes This Is Halloween (from "The Nightmare Before Christmas")—Danny Elfman/arr. Matt Conaway & Matt Finger. With the eerie, atmospheric character of the iconic opening to "A Nightmare Before Christmas," this marching arrangement brings a fittingly macabre sound to Halloween parades and field shows. The writing emphasizes chromatic motion and clear articulations, offering valuable opportunities to reinforce technique while maintaining a distinct seasonal mood. 11675167 Marching Band . . . . . . . . . ME 60.00 Time Warp—arr. Tom Wallace. A wild and wacky dance tune from "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." 2338853 Marching Band . . . . . . . . . . M 70.00 Today Is Gonna Be a Great Day (Phineas & Ferb Theme)—arr. Matt Conaway & Matt Finger. The well-known theme from the popular Disney show is arranged for pep band using a driving ska beat to create an energetic game-day atmosphere that resonates especially well with the student sections. A strong choice for a tune to engage the crowd. 11675168 Marching Band . . . . . . . . . ME 60.00 Weird Science—Danny Elfman/arr. Paul Murtha. A driving techno-funk groove paired with a strong melodic line gives this marching band arrangement an energetic character that connects well with players and stadium crowds. Syncopated rhythms and a broad range of auxiliary percussion create engaging parts across the ensemble, offering students a rhythm-focused experience with unique patterns that keep every section involved. 11675169 Marching Band . . . . . . . . . ME 60.00 You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch—arr. Doug Adams. This popular song from the holiday animated classic is presented here in an arrangement that really swings! Whether you bring it on the field or use it in holiday parades, it's a sure bet that the crowd is going to love it. 11197459 Marching Band . . . . . . . . . ME 55.00 FOUR-PART FIELD SHOW: RETROSPECTIVES IN JAZZ Combine these individual charts into one cohesive, cost-effective field show. Part 1: Bye Bye Blues—arr. Dave Henning. Here's a striking way to open a jazz-influenced marching band field show with plenty of musical variety. A dramatic 3/4 opening sets the stage before the chart shifts into an energetic 4/4 allegro and later a 6/8 mallet-driven feature. The pacing stays tight and exciting, and the ending return to 4/4 with a key change brings a strong finish. Trumpet parts reach well into the upper range with an opportunity to feature a star soloist on the field. 11675990 Marching Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 65.00 Part 2: Mardi Gras on Parade—arr. Allen Gray. A New Orleans street-beat feel gives this easy parade sequence or field tune its charm, blending a light jazz swagger with approachable scoring that is comfortable for marching. The medley moves smoothly from Little Liza Jane into a short Dixieland-style duet between trumpet and trombone before its final statement of When the Saints Go Marching In. It's fun, player-friendly, and easy for high school bands to put together quickly, whether on the street or under the stadium lights. 11675991 Marching Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 65.00 Part 3: Soul Bossa Nova—Quincy Jones/arr. Allen Gray. Catchy repetition and an easy groove make this chart a quick win for field-show use or in the stands. The familiar Quincy Jones tune sits comfortably in the ensemble and comes together fast, giving students something fun to play without a heavy learning curve. Strong rhythmic drive and straightforward scoring keep the energy up, making it a reliable crowd pleaser wherever you use it. 11675992 Marching Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 65.00 Part 4: Peanut Vendor—Moisés Simons/arr. Tim Waters. A bold Latin groove drives this marching chart, giving the ensemble a full, lively sound whether on the field or in the stands. The writing stays approachable while still offering plenty of punch, and a featured trumpet solo adds a bluesy spotlight moment before the ensemble powers into the big ending. It's a fun, well-scored arrangement that brings color and energy – an effective closer to any field show. 11675993 Marching Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 65.00 VISIT JWPEPPER.COM