Crocodile Rock: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Elton John / As performed by Bernie Taupin / Arranged by Robert Longfield
Grade: 2-3
Item: 35-PK00320694
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
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| Crocodile Rock - Full Score | $6.00 | |
| Crocodile Rock - Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| Crocodile Rock - Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| Crocodile Rock - Violin 3 (Viola Treble Clef) | $7.00 | |
| Crocodile Rock - Viola | $7.00 | |
| Crocodile Rock - Cello | $7.00 | |
| Crocodile Rock - Bass | $7.00 | |
| Crocodile Rock - Piano | $7.00 | |
| Crocodile Rock - Percussion | $7.00 |
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An iconic song from the legendary showman of pop rock, Elton John. Robert Longfield's arrangement has the driving eighth note feel and all the vocal hooks that have made this a classic amongst all age groups. Dur: 2:45
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00320694
More about this title
About the Artist: Elton John
Elton John emerged as one of the defining voices of 1970s pop and rock, collaborating with lyricist Bernie Taupin to create some of the era's most enduring hits. His theatrical sensibility, gift for melody, and fearless genre blending made him a global phenomenon and a model for what popular songwriting could accomplish artistically.
For music educators, Elton John's catalog represents accessible entry points into rock and pop idioms. His melodies sit naturally in the voice, his arrangements translate readily across instruments, and his songs carry enough structural sophistication to reward serious musical attention without demanding technical virtuosity beyond reach.
Why we love this
Longfield's arrangement captures exactly what makes this song irresistible: the propulsive rhythm and infectious melodic hooks land immediately with young musicians, while the string orchestration adds texture and sophistication that transforms a pop standard into something worth rehearsing seriously. Directors consistently find that students engage with this one from the first reading.
What to expect
Energetic and buoyant, with a disco-inflected groove that never lets up. The arrangement sparkles with the optimistic exuberance that defined early 1970s pop, creating a performance experience that's simultaneously fun and musically substantive.
Who it's for
Grade 2 and 3 orchestras looking for repertoire that bridges classical technique with popular idioms. Students respond immediately to material they recognize, and this arrangement sustains their interest through genuine musicianship rather than novelty alone.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the driving eighth note pulse early in rehearsal. Use a metronome to establish the groove before layering in the melodic lines, which will sit more confidently once the rhythmic foundation feels automatic.
- Highlight the vocal hooks written into the arrangement. These moments belong in the foreground; balance the accompaniment underneath so the ear can follow the familiar melody.
- Shape phrase endings with slight ritardandos rather than hard stops. The song's energy comes from forward momentum, so even soft landings should feel like they're moving toward the next phrase.
- Differentiate articulation between the rhythmic accompaniment and sustained lines. Crisp articulation in the driving sections contrasts effectively with the longer bows used in the hook passages.
How to use it
Pair this with other rock and pop arrangements to build a thematic concert segment, or use it as a high-energy opener that immediately establishes connection with a young audience. The two minute forty five second duration makes it ideal for multi-piece programs where you need satisfying hits that don't demand excessive stage time.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and executing driving eighth note rhythms with precision
- Maintaining consistent groove in accompaniment figures
- Balancing melodic lines against rhythmic accompaniment
- Performing pop and rock idioms on acoustic instruments
- Articulation differentiation across rhythmic and lyrical passages