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New: Marimba Pop II Downloads
New Pop song arrangements are finally here!
And, it's all digital!
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Charts will be added on an ongoing basis. Please check back regularly to see what's available.
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1. These charts are previewed and purchased individually at Sheet Music Plus (SMP). They are not sold as a collection. Click the SMP link to go directly to the song on their website.
2. Full audio recordings are provided here for download. Only short samples are provided at SMP.
3. Video links of performances of these songs are provided when available. Click the youtube link.
4. Teaching tips and performance suggestions are included in the digital download at SMP.
5. More digital pop songs available here: Christmas Pop, Christian Pop
I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)Here is the hit song by The Proclaimers, "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles). It is a medium level piece intended for school Orff and marimba ensembles. It comes with score and parts for the ensemble plus lead sheets for transposing instruments. It features the soprano and alto voices on the melody but an optional vocal/instrumental lead can be used instead. The Orff parts are in alphanote format to help young musicians who may not have strong enough skills to read standard notation. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press.
- I'm A Believer
I'm A Believer from Shrek as performed by Smash Mouth. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press.This arrangement has several performance options. It can be performed as written with Orff/marimba ensemble only or as a vocal or instumental lead. Melody sheets are provided for transposing instruments. Lyrics can be found online. .
- Wake Me Up
Wake Me Up as performed by Avicii. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press. This arrangement is intended for Orff/marimba ensemble and Vocal lead. Optional lead parts for instruments are also provided for transposing instruments. Lyrics can be found online.
- Don't Stop Believin'
Don't Stop Believin' as performed by Journey. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press. This arrangement has several performance options. It can be performed as written with Orff/marimba ensemble only or as a vocal or instumental lead. Melody sheets are provided. Lyrics can be found online.
- The Middle
The Middle as performed by Jimmy Eat World. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press. This arrangement has several performance options. It can be performed as written with Orff/marimba ensemble only or as a vocal or instumental lead. Melody sheets are provided. Lyrics can be found online.
- Two Princes
Two Princes as performed by Spin Doctors. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press. This arrangement has several performance options. It can be performed as written with Orff/marimba ensemble only or as a vocal or instumental lead. Melody sheets are provided. Lyrics can be found online.
- Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)
Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now) as performed by C & C Music Factory. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press. This arrangement features just the main theme - "Everybody dance now!" It is very accessible to younger malleteers as well as enjoyable for older ones too.
- Yeah!
Yeah! as performed by Usher. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press. This arrangement features just the songs main theme. It is very accessible to younger malleteers as well as enjoyable for older ones too.
- Jump
Jump as performed by Van Halen. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press. This arrangement features just the songs main theme. This fun anthem is accessible by young and older malleteers.
- What Makes You Beautiful
What Makes You Beautiful as performed by One Direction. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press. This arrangement has several performance options. It can be performed as written with Orff/marimba ensemble only or as a vocal or instumental lead. Lyrics can be found online.
- Ex's and Oh's
Ex's and Oh's as performed by Elle King. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press. This arrangement at various places gives the rare opportunity for all instruments to carry the melody. Its very enjoyable shuffle style makes everyone want to clap.
- Play Hard
Play Hard as performed by David Ghetta. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press. This arrangement is intended for intermediate to advanced levels of school Orff and marimba ensembles. The melody can be designated as a solo part or even a vocal. A lead sheet is provided. Lyrics are not included.
- Good Feeling
Good Feeling as performed by Flo Rida, arranged for Orff/marimba ensemble with optional lead. This arrangement features only the main theme of the song. It is intended for all levels of school Orff and marimba ensembles. It comes with score and parts. The Orff parts are in alphanote format to help young musicians who may not have strong enough skills to read standard notation. The melody can be designated as a solo part or even a vocal. A lead sheet is provided. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press.
- You Say
You Say as performed by Lauren Daigle, arranged for Orff/marimba ensemble with optional lead. This arrangement can be performed with a lead on the melody part or without lead using just the ensemble. Two scores are provided showing both versions. The simplest version is to have a lead handle the melody. The lead could be vocal or instrumental. Lyrics can be found online. Lead sheets are also provided for transposing instruments. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press.
- Electric Avenue
Electric Avenue as performed by Eddy Grant, arranged for Orff/marimba ensemble with optional lead. This arrangement is a medium level piece. It comes with score and parts. The Orff parts are in alphanote format to help young musicians who may not have strong enough skills to read standard notation. The melody can be designated as a solo part or even a vocal. A lead sheet is provided. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press.
- Low Rider
Low Rider as performed by War, arranged for Orff/marimba ensemble. This arrangement features the soprano and tenor marimbas on the melody. It is a medium level piece intended for school Orff and marimba ensembles. It comes with score and parts. The Orff parts are in alphanote format to help young musicians who may not have strong enough skills to read standard notation. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press.
- Down Under
Down Under as performed by Men At Work, arranged for Orff/marimba ensemble with optional lead. This arrangement is an easy-medium level piece. It is accesible by all levels of school Orff and marimba ensembles. It comes with score and parts. The Orff parts are in alphanote format to help young musicians who may not have strong enough skills to read standard notation. The melody can be designated as the teacher's part, or for select students, or even a vocal. A lead sheet is provided. Score and student parts in alphanote format provided as a digital download at SMP Press.