{"product_id":"gounod-funeral-march-of-a-marionette-digital-pdf-download-arr-marc-oliver","title":"Gounod - Funeral March of a Marionette , arr. Marc Oliver","description":"\u003cp\u003eClick HERE to browse the music. Click the PLAY button for an audio sample!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharles Gounod's \u003cstrong\u003eFuneral March of a Marionette\u003c\/strong\u003e (1872) is one of the most delightfully macabre and instantly recognizable pieces in the orchestral repertoire — best known to modern audiences as the theme music for Alfred Hitchcock's television series \u003cem\u003eAlfred Hitchcock Presents\u003c\/em\u003e. Its jaunty, darkly comic character perfectly captures the image of a tiny puppet's solemn procession, complete with a mournful middle section and a return to the irresistible opening march.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis arrangement by \u003cstrong\u003eMarc Oliver\u003c\/strong\u003e brings Gounod's beloved miniature to a new performing ensemble, preserving all the wit and charm of the original. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser for Halloween concerts, light classical programs, and any audience that appreciates musical humor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGounod's iconic Funeral March of a Marionette arranged by Marc Oliver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamous as the Alfred Hitchcock Presents theme — instantly recognizable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for Halloween concerts, light classical programs, and novelty programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuaranteed to delight audiences of all ages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital PDF download — print-ready score and parts included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Arranger\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/6750\/1677\/files\/oliver.jpg?v=1777672456\" alt=\"Marc Oliver\" style=\"max-width:180px;margin:0.75em 1.25em 0.75em 0;float:left;\"\u003eMarc Oliver (1952–2017) was the primary arranger and engraver behind Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings during its founding, bringing decades of expertise in brass, band, and ensemble writing to every score. His arrangements are known for their idiomatic clarity, professional engraving quality, and deep respect for the performance traditions of the American concert band.\u003cdiv style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a digital product. No physical materials will be shipped. For personal and educational use only — not for resale or redistribution.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45150892589165,"sku":"636266664894","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/6750\/1677\/files\/636266664894.jpg?v=1777498830","url":"https:\/\/www.ayottemusic.com\/products\/gounod-funeral-march-of-a-marionette-digital-pdf-download-arr-marc-oliver","provider":"Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}