Star Wars: The Last Jedi Friday, July 06, 2018
recommended by Ken Tilger, Band Education Specialist
Whatever your ensemble’s ability level or instrumentation, Stanton’s can help you find the best “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” music for your concert band!
The Rebellion Is Reborn arr. Jay Bocook, Grade 4
From Episode VIII of the Star Wars saga, here is a masterful setting for mature bands. Based on the “concert” edition created by Mr. Williams himself, “The Rebellion is Reborn” brings the excitement and drama of “The Last Jedi” to the symphonic stage.
Soundtrack Highlights from Star Wars: The Last Jedi arr. Michael Brown, Grade 3
From the blockbuster movie “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” John Williams continues to display his mastery of music for film. This dynamic medley includes poignant new themes along with familiar older melodies as some of our favorite characters return for this episode. Includes “The Rebellion Is Reborn” and “Finale.”
Selections from Star Wars: The Last Jedi arr. Paul Murtha, Grade 2-3
Scored with flexible instrumentation options, here is a beautifully adapted medley of the primary themes from “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.” You’ll hear dramatic new material along with well-known melodies of your favorite characters. Includes “The Rebellion Is Reborn” and “Finale.”
Music from Star Wars: The Last Jedi arr. Johnnie Vinson, Grade 2
Featuring a blend of exciting new themes along with familiar favorites from earlier Star Wars movies, here is a great-sounding medley for young players. Includes “Main Title and Escape,” “The Rebellion Is Reborn,” and “Finale.”
Star Wars: The Last Jedi arr. Robert Longfield, Grade 1.5
Skillfully arranged for second-year players, here is a concise medley of the dramatic music from “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.” Includes “The Rebellion Is Reborn” and “Finale.”
About the Author:
Ken is a former band director, and has been with Stanton’s since 2004. His iPod ranges from jazz and funk to classic and alternative rock, and symphonies. Besides music, he geeks out on amusement parks, hockey (are 4 hockey podcasts too many?), and all things Pittsburgh. He spends his free time being dad to 2 young children and playing saxophone with Swing’s the Thing Big Band.