[Wind Ensemble] Recommended Western pop songs for concerts: timeless classics from every era
At concert band performances, unlike competitions, many groups choose to play pop music, don’t they?
Among them, Western pop songs pair well with a brass sound, and there are many popular tunes that have been performed for years.
Still, some of you might be thinking, “When it comes time to actually pick a piece, it’s hard to decide…”
So in this article, we’re carefully selecting and introducing Western pop songs we’d love to hear performed by wind ensembles, in order of recommendation!
Be sure to listen together, discuss your options, choose a piece, and put on a wonderful performance.
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[Wind Band] Recommended Western Pop Songs for Concerts: Timeless Classics from Every Era (31–40)
Last ChristmasWham!
A famous song by Wham, the British duo who were mainly active in the 1980s.
It recently drew attention again when the vocalist, George Michael, suddenly passed away.
This song, which is always heard around town during the Christmas season, is frequently arranged for wind ensembles either as a standalone piece or as part of a Christmas medley.
Let It GoIdina Menzel
This is the theme song from Disney’s film Frozen, released in 2013, which became an unprecedented hit in Japan.
Idina Menzel, who also provided the voice in the American version, performed the theme song as is.
Because it’s so famous, it has been a frequent addition to concert repertoires since the movie’s release and continues to be performed today.
A Whole New WorldPeabo Bryson & Regina Belle
Famous as the theme song for Disney’s film Aladdin, this track became a huge hit as a duet by American soul singers Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle.
In addition to being part of Disney medleys, there are also many wind band arrangements of this piece on its own.
I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston
A signature song by Whitney Houston, who passed away in 2012, it was released in 1994 as a re-cut single from an album and became a huge hit in Japan.
Covered around the world and often performed by wind ensembles, it remains a highly popular piece.
In conclusion
We’ve rounded up a bunch of popular Western pop songs you’ll want to play in concert band.
Along with the classics whose melodies pop into your head as soon as you see the title, there are plenty you’ll recognize even if you don’t know their names.
Be sure to discuss which pieces you’d like to perform, and then put on a cool, wonderful performance!