The Chicken Dance by Michael Sweeney Marching Band - Sheet Music
By Michael SweeneyEven if you're not from Wisconsin, we suspect that many of you actually like this song! If nothing else, this is great fun for the audience and band. Try to get your school principal (or coach, etc.) to do the barnyard “choreography.”
Details
Summary
- Ensembles:
- Marching Band
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Series:
- Easy Marching Band
- Instrumentation:
- 1 - 1St Bb Trumpet - 8 1 - 2Nd Bb Trumpet - 8 1 - 3Rd Bb Trumpet - 8 1 - Baritone B.C. (Opt. Tbn. 2) - 8 1 - Baritone T.C. - 4 1 - Bb Clarinet - 16 1 - Bb Horn/Flugelhorn - 4 1 - Bb Tenor Sax - 4 1 - Bells/Xylophone - 4 1 - Cymbals - 4 1 - Eb Alto Sax - 8 1 - Eb Baritone Sax - 2 1 - Electric Bass - 2 1 - F Horn - 8 1 - Flute/Piccolo - 16 8 - Full Score - 1 1 - Multiple Bass Drums - 4 1 - Quad Toms - 4 1 - Snare Drum - 8 1 - Trombone - 8 1 - Tuba - 8
- UPC:
- 073999699005
- Format:
- Score Set of Parts Score and Parts
- Item types:
- Physical
- Artist:
- Michael Sweeney
- Arrangers:
- Michael Sweeney
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Number of Pages:
- 76
- Size:
- 6.75x10.5x0.337 inches
- Shipping Weight:
- 0.88 pounds
Detailed Description
SKU: HL.3730000
Arranged by Michael Sweeney. Easy Marching Band. 76 pages. Hal Leonard #3730000. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.3730000).UPC: 073999699005. 6.75x10.5x0.337 inches.
Even if you're not from Wisconsin, we suspect that many of you actually like this song! If nothing else, this is great fun for the audience and band. Try to get your school principal (or coach, etc.) to do the barnyard “choreography.”.
Song List
The Chicken Dance
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- Series:
- Easy Marching Band
- Artists:
- Michael Sweeney
- Ensemble:
- Marching Band
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.4 Rating
5 reviews
Sarah M.
Dec 16, 2025
This Michael Sweeney arrangement is a fantastic pedagogical tool for Grade 2-3 marching bands. The scoring is clear, making parts easy to read for younger students learning rhythm and ensemble playing. It's an engaging piece that fosters musicality while keeping the band and audience entertained. Highly recommend for school programs.
Emily R.
Dec 16, 2025
As an adult returning to my instrument in a community band, this "Chicken Dance" arrangement is a joy! It’s Grade 2-3, so it's very approachable, letting me focus on the fun without getting bogged down. We sound just like the classic tune, and the audience loves it. Great for a relaxed, enjoyable rehearsal and performance.
Anonymous
Dec 16, 2025
This Grade 2-3 marching band arrangement expertly handles instrumental texture. The melodic lines are clearly articulated, and the supporting parts create a balanced, vibrant sound crucial for outdoor performance. Sweeney’s arrangement ensures good projection and impact, making it ideal for leading the ensemble through the "barnyard choreography" with confidence.
Anonymous
Dec 14, 2025
"The Chicken Dance" by Sweeney is a must-have for any marching band playing community events. It's instantly recognizable and gets the crowd going. The "Easy Marching Band" grade means parts are straightforward, perfect for a quick learn and play. Solid arrangement that's practical for any outdoor performance.
Marcia
Sep 19, 2021
Its pure fun! Find someone to ham it up with the audience participants.
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