Turn Up The Music by Adam Watts Acoustic Guitar - Digital Sheet Music

SKU: A0.1843758

"Turn Up the Music" is the anthemic pop-rock rallying cry from Disney's beloved 2011 film Lemonade Mouth, featuring a driving, high-energy chorus built for maximum impact and crowd participation. "Turn Up the Music" is an ideal choice for beginner to intermediate bands looking to build confidence and stage presence through an accessible, feel-good rock anthem with genuine emotional payoff. The guitar work focuses on punchy power chords and straightforward rhythmic strumming that prioritize energy and consistency over complexity, making it a perfect vehicle for teaching young guitarists how to lock in with a drummer and drive a song forward. The bass line is direct and propulsive, demanding steady rhythm, solid tone, and the ability to hold down a groove while the energy around you builds to a peak. For singers, "Turn Up the Music" is an outstanding opportunity to develop belting technique, breath support under high-intensity conditions, and the kind of infectious enthusiasm that gets an audience on their feet. The song's empowering message and explosive energy make it a natural showstopper that showcases a young band's ability to commit fully to a performance and own the moment.


A NOTE ABOUT DR. TOMS CHARTS
DR. TOMS CHARTS help musicians make more music together. Inspired by the Nashville Number System and the classic Rise Up Singing, these charts emphasize song form with lyrics overlaid on top of evenly spaced chords. These musical roadmaps let you focus on what you love: vocal delivery, groove, harmonies, feel, and more! You can even experiment with different styles and meters.

In the HYBRID chart, the first chord of each line aligns with the first word or syllable on the downbeat, highlighting pickups and delayed entries. Subsequent chords may not align exactly with every word, but once the singer nails the entry, everything locks in! This format might look unfamiliar at first, but evenly spaced chords improve groove and accuracy. The harmonic rhythm guides the melody! For singers, the LYRICS ONLY chart provides all the words with rehearsal cues (intros, verses, bridges, solos).

Keep on jammin!
Dr. Tom


WHO IS DR. TOM?
Dr. Tom Zlabinger is a bass player, guitar player, and singer who has been jamming since high school. He is an Associate Professor of Music at York College / CUNY, where he has taught popular music performance since 2003. He holds a B.A. in music from Grinnell College, an M.A. in jazz performance from Queens College / CUNY, and a Ph.D. in ethnomusicology from the Graduate Center / CUNY. Dr. Tom has published on jams, live online performance, and the role of musicians across various media franchises. He is passionate about innovations that make music making more accessible to musicians of all levels and backgrounds. In 2022, he founded Telematic Studios® to help musicians connect through online voice lessons, clear and legal charts, and live online performance.