I Gotta Feeling (arr. Charles Laux): String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Black Eyed Peas / Arranged by Charles Laux
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK01914359
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A wonderful and very accessible arrangement of the hit party anthem by The Black Eyed Peas. Drum Set part.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01914359
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About the Artist: Black Eyed Peas
The Black Eyed Peas emerged in the early 2000s as one of pop music's most commercially successful groups, blending hip-hop, electronic production, and pop sensibility into chart-dominating hits. Their music prioritizes accessibility and infectious energy, making their catalog particularly valuable for arrangers seeking material that resonates with student musicians and audiences alike.
Known for crafting stadium anthems and radio staples, the group's songwriting emphasizes memorable hooks and celebratory themes. These qualities translate remarkably well to ensemble arrangements, where the core melodic and rhythmic appeal shines through without relying on studio production techniques.
Why we love this
Charles Laux has captured the infectious optimism of this track while keeping the orchestration lean enough for Grade 2 players to execute confidently. Students recognize the song immediately, which eliminates the usual "Why are we playing this?" resistance and channels their energy into learning ensemble fundamentals through material they actually want to perform.
What to expect
Optimistic, celebratory, and propulsive. The arrangement captures that signature Black Eyed Peas energy without pretense, delivering straight-ahead rhythmic momentum and a melody that lodges itself in players' minds long after rehearsal ends. It feels like a genuine hit, not a classical piece wearing pop clothing.
Who it's for
String orchestras at the early intermediate stage who need contemporary material with immediate appeal. This works equally well for concert programs and pep rallies, making it ideal when you want to program something students will be excited to show friends and family.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the rhythmic groove locked between strings and percussion; this arrangement relies on precision in the accompanying figures to maintain the party atmosphere, so resist the urge to rush through faster passages.
- Balance the melody so it sits comfortably above the accompaniment texture. At this grade level, melody players sometimes get buried, but this arrangement rewards a slightly forward first violin or solo voice.
- Use the drum set part to anchor the ensemble's internal pulse. Having that rhythmic foundation helps younger players feel the groove rather than just counting measures.
How to use it
Open a concert with this to immediately establish an energetic, welcoming tone. It also serves as an excellent mid-program mood lifter between heavier classical works, or pair it with other contemporary pop and rock arrangements for a thematic "modern voices" set.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining groove-based rhythms across ensemble parts
- Balancing melody against rhythmic accompaniment figures
- Coordinating with percussion to lock ensemble pulse
- Performing syncopated rhythmic patterns with clarity
- Sustaining energy and intonation through repetitive harmonic figures