Openers for Marching Band

Here's the popular, gritty rock anthem from the early years of Chicago. This arrangement is designed for younger bands, but is still a powerhouse!

Your tuba section is going to be all over this one! Fast-paced, quirky and mischievous, this tune from Imogen Heap will score big on the field or in the stands. 

The sensational hit by South Korean boy band Stray Kids provides the right mix of musical material for a powerful and intense yet manageable opener. Show design opportunities abound!

From the hit film "Ant-Man" from Marvel Comics, here is the striking and memorable theme that intensified all the action and suspense on the screen. Scored with alternating measures of 4/4 and 3/4, it

Deliver some great music from the world of video gaming with this super musical setting. An unrelenting rhythmic pulse under an infectious African-sounding groove carries this arrangement of the theme music

Here is a killer hit from the punk-rock band Green Day. This sure-fire winner makes a powerful and entertaining opener for the field or a supercharged crowd rouser for the stands.

Pop singing sensation Sia took the music world by storm with this electrifying hit. The distinctive reggae flavor and driving pulse makes it the perfect setting for the stands or field.

This production number opens with a short jazz mallet ensemble for a nice change of pace before storming into a full-blown up-tempo swinging version of this classic hit. A great

This medley of 2014 Grammy Award-winning hits by the French electronic duo is based on a dazzling version by the a cappella group Pentatonix. This expert arrangement is a production tour de force! Be sure

Here is Journey's signature hit from 1981 in a high octane version for mature bands! With the mellophones and horns on the signature guitar riff, carefully paced impact points, and a driving percussion

From the hottest movie soundtrack to come along in years, here is the dynamic opening number from "The Greatest Showman," the movie everyone's talking about. The majestic opening strains lead to a lively

This carefree hit by The Turtles will give your show a feel-good change-up in style and mood. Everyone will love the rock-solid scoring of the famous catchy chorus.

One of Green Day's biggest hit of all time. With its rock shuffle feel and punk rock cockiness, this arrangement will be an instant hit in the stands. It's also a great choice if you're looking for a

For fans of the popular BBC series Doctor Who, pulses will quicken when they hear this intensely familiar theme. Used primarily for the eleventh Doctor, this is a powerful and exciting opening

This medley features Tom Wallace's menacing treatment of The Who's big hit paired with the ultimate contrast, a cheery setting of Happy Together. A skillful transition leads back to the

Nothing says "fun" more than a tune from The Beach Boys! They have captured the feeling of summer vacation with their unique and appealing brand of up-tempo, feel-good '60s rock. This is one of their most

This was one of the biggest hits for The Jackson 5, and this makes a super opener or stands tune! The crowd will eat up this Motown favorite!

A consistent favorite with bands and drum corps, here is the classic from Earth, Wind & Fire in an exciting and powerful arrangement. It's got lots of variety and drive, making it a perfect opener!