Counting Stars: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by OneRepublic / Arranged by Sean O'Loughlin
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00312038
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Description
Recorded by the American band OneRepublic, this catchy pop hit has already demonstrated staying power in popularity and also on the charts. Sean O'Loughlin uses the uptempo dance groove from the original and trades the melody between woodwinds and brass in an effective version for band.
Dur: 3:00
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00312038
More about this title
About the Artist: OneRepublic
OneRepublic formed in 2002 and became one of the defining pop acts of the 2010s with their infectious blend of electronic production and accessible melodies. Led by Ryan Tedder, the band built a catalog of chart dominators that resonate across demographic lines, making them frequent choices for educational arrangements seeking contemporary material with genuine staying power.
Why we love this
Sean O'Loughlin captures what makes this track work: a propulsive groove that keeps students engaged without requiring extended technical passages. The melodic trading between woodwinds and brass gives your sections equal time to shine, and the 3-minute duration fits perfectly into concert programming without overshadowing your deeper works.
What to expect
Bright and propulsive, with the infectious optimism of the original intact. The arrangement captures that radio-friendly momentum while giving your ensemble room to deliver punchy articulation and clean handoffs between sections.
Who it's for
Grade 3 bands ready for contemporary material with immediate appeal to audiences and students alike. Directors seeking a confident, energetic opener or closer that requires solid fundamentals without demanding advanced technique.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the backbeat in your percussion section. The groove lives in the consistent pulse of the rhythm section, so rehearse them separately until that pocket is unshakeable.
- Balance the melody handoff between woodwinds and brass carefully. Mark who has the lead at each section so players understand when to support versus feature.
- Keep the tempo brisk and steady. The arrangement thrives on forward momentum, so resist the urge to drag during sectionals.
- Let the recorded accompaniment do heavy lifting in early rehearsals. This frees your attention to shape phrasing rather than conduct rhythm.
How to use it
Program this early in your concert when energy and accessibility matter most. It works equally well as a warm opener that sets an upbeat tone or as a palate cleanser between heavier classical selections, reassuring younger audience members that band music speaks their language.
Skills your students will build
- Trading melody between sections while maintaining phrase shape
- Maintaining groove and pulse in uptempo contexts
- Balancing individual features with ensemble blend
- Articulation control in contemporary idioms