Any Way You Want It: Part 4 - C Instruments (B.C. High)
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Any Way You Want It: Part 4 - C Instruments (B.C. High)

Words and music by Neal Schon and Steve Perry / arr. Michael Story

Grade: 1

Item: 00-PC-0019117_PART4_CBC_HI
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Any Way You Want It, the classic hit from the rock band Journey, has been scored by Michael Story to be played using any mix of wind or string instruments. This thoughtfully crafted FLEX arrangement is a perfect piece for your beginning band. (2:05)

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Series: Pop Beginning Band
Publisher: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-PC-0019117_PART4_CBC_HI

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About the Composer: Neal Schon

Neal Schon co-founded Journey in 1973 and has been the band's primary guitarist and keyboardist throughout their five-decade career. His songwriting partnership with vocalist Steve Perry produced some of rock music's most enduring hits, including "Any Way You Want It," which became a radio staple and cultural touchstone of 1980s rock.

Why we love this

Michael Story's arrangement captures the driving energy and memorable melody of this rock classic while remaining accessible to Grade 1 musicians. The flexible instrumentation means your ensemble sounds full and confident regardless of which instruments you have available, and students connect immediately to a song they likely already know.

What to expect

A driving, upbeat rock number with a compelling hook that pulls listeners in immediately. The arrangement maintains the song's propulsive rhythm and radio-friendly catchiness while keeping the musical demands straightforward, letting students feel like accomplished rock musicians from their first rehearsal.

Who it's for

Beginning band students (Grade 1) benefit from playing a recognizable, high-energy rock hit that builds confidence and engagement. This arrangement works equally well for mixed instrumentation ensembles where you may not have a full traditional band setup.

How to get the most out of it

  • Establish the rhythmic groove in rehearsal by isolating the main riff with your melody players, then layer in the rhythm section and percussion accompaniment track to lock the feel together.
  • Balance the vocal melody line with supporting harmonic parts; the hook needs to shine through without drowning out the chord structure underneath.
  • Use the click and non-click accompaniment tracks strategically. Start with the click to build ensemble time; transition to the non-click version once the band has internalized the tempo.

How to use it

Program this as an opener or closer to a concert where you want instant audience recognition and energy; it's an excellent choice for pep bands, community events, or mixed-ensemble concerts. The accessible difficulty and flexible voicing also make it ideal for early-season repertoire when you're building ensemble cohesion.

Skills your students will build

  • Playing steady rhythms in a rock/pop groove
  • Balancing melody and harmony within a familiar song structure
  • Responding to percussion accompaniment tracks and click tracks
  • Reading flexible instrumentation scores (adapting parts for available instruments)

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