Born to be Somebody: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
As recorded by Justin Bieber
Words and music by Diane Warren/ arr. Patrick Roszell
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0004639
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Description
Teen pop sensation Justin Bieber delivers a stunning version of songwriter Diane Warren's "Born to be Somebody." This track was taken from the album Never Say Never--The Remixes, which hit #1 on the Billboard 200.
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
124
SKU:
00-PK-0004639
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About the Composer: Diane Warren
Diane Warren is one of the most prolific songwriters in contemporary music, with a catalog spanning four decades of pop, R&B, and film soundtrack hits. Her work has earned multiple Grammy and Academy Award nominations, and her songs have been recorded by artists across every major genre, from Whitney Houston to The Weeknd. Warren's gift for crafting emotionally resonant melodies with universal themes makes her compositions natural fits for ensemble arrangements.
Why we love this
Patrick Roszell's arrangement captures the infectious energy of Bieber's pop sensibility while keeping the writing accessible for Grade 2 ensembles. The chart moves beyond novelty territory by maintaining strong melodic integrity and offering genuine engagement for every section. Programming a contemporary hit at this level builds student enthusiasm and reminds young musicians that great songwriting transcends genre.
What to expect
Bright, forward-moving, and immediately memorable. The arrangement captures pop music's directness and appeal while maintaining the clarity and balance expected in concert band writing. Students will recognize the source material instantly, which can unlock genuine ownership and pride in performance.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the Grade 2 level seeking repertoire that energizes students and connects classical training to the music students actually listen to. This works particularly well for groups building confidence in contemporary styles and for programs looking to engage audiences beyond traditional classical concert-goers.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melody across sections so the central hook remains clear and recognizable, even as different voices share the theme
- Lock the rhythm section early; pop charts live and die by rhythmic precision, particularly in the drum and bass parts
- Use articulation as a shaping tool rather than an afterthought. Consistent tonguing or slurring choices across similar phrases create cohesion and lift
How to use it
Place this in a pop or contemporary-music-focused concert alongside other chart-driven repertoire, or use it as a high-energy closer to showcase the band's stylistic range. It pairs well in programming contexts where you're building a narrative about music students encounter beyond the concert hall.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and executing pop rhythmic figures (syncopation, off-beat entrances)
- Balancing melody and accompaniment in homophonic textures
- Maintaining steady tempo in groove-based music
- Articulation control and consistency across similar phrases