Any Way You Want It: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Michael Story's arrangement captures the infectious energy of "Any Way You Want It" while keeping the parts genuinely playful for beginning string players. The optional rhythm section parts (piano, drumset, hand percussion) let you scale the accompaniment to your ensemble's needs, turning a pop rock standard into a flexible teaching tool that keeps students engaged with music they actually want to play.

Driving and uplifting. The piece bounces with the confident swagger of a arena rock anthem while staying rhythmically grounded and accessible. Students experience the satisfaction of playing a recognizable hit that's been crafted specifically for their level, creating immediate musical gratification alongside genuine learning.

String orchestra directors working with beginning ensembles (Grade 2) who want contemporary repertoire that motivates students. This arrangement works equally well for intermediate players looking for accessible pop rock literature that teaches ensemble balance and style without technical complexity.

• Balance the melody line with light, energetic bow strokes rather than a heavy sound; this piece thrives on rhythmic clarity and bounce.
• Use the optional percussion parts to anchor the groove, especially if your string players are still building rhythmic confidence together.
• Mark the sections where energy shifts (verse to chorus dynamics) so every player understands their role in the arrangement's shape.

Pair this with your spring pops concert or as a finale piece when you want to end on high energy and audience connection. It also works well as a bridge between classical repertoire and contemporary styles, helping students see strings as relevant across musical genres. The 82-page conductor score gives you full transparency on all parts simultaneously.

• Playing with rhythmic precision across multiple string parts
• Balancing melody and accompaniment in an ensemble setting
• Reading and responding to pop/rock style articulation and dynamics
• Coordinating with optional rhythm section parts (rhythm reading, ensemble independence)