Marching Band Production
Dead of Night
All shows can be adjusted, expanded, or simplified to fit your ensemble.
Dead of Night plunges audiences into a world where the zombie apocalypse has begun and every shadow may conceal a new threat. Written as an original Grade 2–3 marching band production, the show combines dark cinematic atmosphere, urgent rhythmic energy, and clear musical storytelling in an accessible package for developing ensembles.
The production begins with Something Stirs, as unease grows into the first outbreak. Among the Undead moves directly into danger and confrontation, while Still Alive Inside reveals the sorrow, memory, and remaining humanity beneath the horror. In No Escape, the struggle for survival reaches its final, relentless climax.
With original music, theatrical pacing, strong opportunities for character-driven visual design, and achievable musical demands, Dead of Night is ideal for bands seeking a dark, dramatic zombie-themed marching show that feels cinematic, engaging, and mature without exceeding the needs of a Grade 2–3 ensemble.
Original Music
Musical Selections
- Original Composition — Tate Fincher
Listen
Hear the Complete Production
Explore all four movements through the complete SoundCloud playlist.
Pricing & Options
Choose the version that fits your program.
Purchase the complete production as written, or have it adapted to better fit the instrumentation and needs of your ensemble.
Pre-Written Production
Standard Edition
$1,595
Complete pre-written production
The complete production as originally scored and designed.
Tailored to Your Ensemble
Adapted Edition
$2,295
Complete pre-written production + ensemble adaptation
The existing production is adjusted to better fit your specific performers, instrumentation, and program needs.
Regional Exclusivity
Each full-show purchase includes title-specific regional exclusivity, subject to availability. Once reserved, the same production will not be licensed to another school within approximately 100 miles of your program for that competitive season. Exclusivity follows the geographic radius across state lines and remains in effect through December 31.
Need More Changes?
Significant rewriting, recomposition, added material, or major structural changes beyond normal ensemble adaptation may require a separate quote.
Original-music production: Dead of Night uses entirely original music. No third-party source-music licensing fees are required for the production as presented.
Ready to talk next steps?
Bring this production to your ensemble.
Use the inquiry form to share your school, timeline, ensemble size, and what kind of adaptation or support you need. I’ll review the details personally and follow up with next steps for this production.
Original music, percussion needs, and ensemble-specific adjustments can all be discussed during the inquiry process.
Please Note
Important Notices
Note Regarding Percussion Parts/Sounds
The percussion heard in these recordings is included only as a temporary placeholder for playback to suggest pacing, energy, and overall effect. It is not intended to represent a finished battery or front ensemble arrangement, and written percussion parts are not included with this show. Each ensemble should work with its own percussion arranger to create parts that fit its students, instrumentation, visual design, and competitive goals.
- Dead of Night