Come with Me Now: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Kongos / Arranged by Matt Conaway
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00307609
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Recorded in 2011 by the South African band Kongos, this hot single continues to surge in popularity here in the U.S. The unique style and flavor make it particularly attractive for marching band.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00307609
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About the Artist: Kongos
Kongos is a South African rock band that emerged in the early 2010s with a distinctive sound rooted in African rhythmic traditions and contemporary rock sensibilities. The group gained international recognition with 'Come with Me Now,' a track that showcases their signature blend of driving percussion, infectious grooves, and anthemic songwriting.
Why we love this
Matt Conaway's arrangement captures the propulsive energy and rhythmic character of the original while making it genuinely playable for Grade 3 ensembles. The African percussion elements feel organic rather than grafted on, giving your band an authentic entry point into world music without sacrificing the contemporary pop appeal that students recognize and want to play.
What to expect
Propulsive and irresistible. The arrangement fuses South African rhythmic sensibility with stadium rock confidence, creating an undercurrent of momentum that feels modern and urgent. It's the kind of piece that makes non-musicians stop and listen.
Who it's for
Grade 3 bands ready to step beyond traditional march and show tune territory. This arrangement works best for groups with solid fundamentals in rock and contemporary grooves, particularly ensembles with engaged front ensemble and battery sections.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the primary groove in your front ensemble and battery from day one. This tune lives or dies on rhythmic precision, so establish that foundation before adding layers.
- Keep the energy constant but controlled. The track's appeal lies in its forward momentum, not in volume. Younger players often want to push harder as they get excited; channel that enthusiasm into articulation and clarity instead.
- Balance the melodic content so individual sections can hear their parts against the groove. Students playing in a funk context sometimes assume they're background players when they're actually essential voices.
How to use it
Consider this as a standalone pop/contemporary feature in a concert focused on recent hit songs or world music styles. It also works well as a spring or early summer closer, where its driving energy sends audiences out energized. The Grade 3 level makes it accessible for larger festival programs if you're looking for modern repertoire that younger students can execute with success.
Skills your students will build
- Syncopated rhythms in a rock/funk context
- Layering independent percussion parts while maintaining unison groove
- Dynamic control in contemporary idioms
- Articulation and phrasing in non-traditional ensemble settings