NEW Concert Band FLEX Pop Arrangements for Spring Monday, April 07, 2025
recommended by Ken Tilger and Austin Swack, Band Education Specialists
Music from How to Train Your Dragon arr. Johnnie Vinson, Grade 2 Flex-Band
The 2010 movie “How to Train Your Dragon” has become a film classic and John Powell’s masterful soundtrack beautifully captures the dramatic moments and mood of the story. Here are the main themes from the soundtrack in a terrific setting for flexible instrumentation.
Any Way You Want It arr. Michael Story, Grade 1 Flex Beginning Band
Play this classic hit from the rock band Journey with any mix of wind or string instruments. It’s an iconic selection for your beginning band.
Music from The Sound of Music arr. Johnnie Vinson, Grade 2 Flex-Band
The beloved songs from “The Sound of Music” remain as timeless as when the movie came out in 1965. This concise medley for flexible instrumentation includes: “The Sound of Music,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “My Favorite Things,” and “Climb Ev’ry Mountain.”
Pure Imagination arr. Paul Murtha, Grade 2 Flex-Band
Originally sung by Gene Wilder in the 1971 movie classic “Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory,” this timeless song has remained a favorite ever since. Paul’s setting in the flex-band format is based on the recent version sung by Timothée Chalamet for the movie “Wonka” and features lush harmonies and an appealing pop groove.
Taylor Swift On Tour arr. Michael Brown, Grade 3 Flex-Band
The hits of Taylor Swift now span across decades as her popularity continues to grow. Scored for flexible instrumentation, here is a great sounding medley of some of her best known songs. Titles include: “…Ready For It?,” “I Knew You Were Trouble,” “You Belong With Me,” “Enchanted,” and “Shake It Off.”
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About the Authors:
A former band director, Ken taught grades 5-12 band and music appreciation in both public and parochial schools in Central Ohio, and has been at Stanton’s since 2004. His iPod ranges from jazz and funk to classic and alternative rock, and symphonies. His interests include reading, history, traditional amusement parks, outdoor activities (especially hiking), and watching hockey.
Austin Swack joined the Stanton’s team after a decade of teaching band in Texas public schools, where his ensembles were consistently recognized for superior performance. He is equally at home with beginner and advanced students and has extensive experience programming for ensembles at all ability levels. Additionally, he is a versatile arranger as well as an experienced clinician and adjudicator. In his free time, Austin enjoys running, cycling, and cheering on the Blue Jackets!