Counting Stars: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by OneRepublic / As performed by Ryan Tedder / Arranged by Sean O'Loughlin
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK00316262
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Counting Stars - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Counting Stars - Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| Counting Stars - Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| Counting Stars - Violin 3 (Viola Treble Clef) | $7.00 | |
| Counting Stars - Viola | $7.00 | |
| Counting Stars - Cello | $7.00 | |
| Counting Stars - Bass | $7.00 | |
| Counting Stars - Piano | $7.00 | |
| Counting Stars - Percussion | $7.00 |
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00316262
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About the Artist: OneRepublic
OneRepublic emerged in the late 2000s as a pop rock outfit that balanced radio accessibility with genuine musicianship. Led by Ryan Tedder, the band built their catalog on melodically rich songs that translate surprisingly well to acoustic and orchestral settings, making them frequent sources for educational arrangements.
Why we love this
Sean O'Loughlin's arrangement captures the infectious optimism of the original without oversimplifying it for younger ensembles. The Grade 3-4 orchestration sits comfortably in student ranges while preserving the song's soaring melodic hooks, giving players something genuinely engaging to sink their teeth into rather than a watered-down version.
What to expect
Hopeful and propulsive. The arrangement maintains the original's sense of forward momentum while letting the orchestral colors breathe in ways the pop version can't. You get that infectious pop sensibility wrapped in the warmth of acoustic strings.
Who it's for
String orchestra directors programming contemporary material for mid-level ensembles will find this a natural fit for spring or pop-influenced concerts. Students benefit from exploring a song they likely recognize from radio or streaming, which accelerates engagement and motivation.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melody across violin sections carefully; this song lives in the top line, so listen for clarity even when harmonic texture thickens in the chorus sections.
- Establish a steady, contemporary groove from the first rehearsal. The rhythmic drive matters as much as tuning, especially during syncopated passages that show up in the accompaniment parts.
- Let the bridge breathe. If the arrangement includes a stripped-down moment, resist the urge to fill it; silence and space often have more impact than density.
- Dial in the articulation across the section. Consistent bow style on eighth-note patterns will make the piece sound polished rather than tentative.
How to use it
Pair this with a mix of classical and contemporary repertoire to showcase your ensemble's range. It works beautifully as a concert closer or as the centerpiece of a themed program exploring modern songwriting, and its approachable difficulty makes it ideal for mid-season rehearsal scheduling.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining musical phrase shape across longer melodic lines
- Ensemble balance and blend in a pop-influenced harmonic context
- Rhythmic precision in contemporary rhythmic patterns
- Dynamic control and expressive interpretation at Grade 3-4 level