I Want It That Way (arr. Ishbah Cox): Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Backstreet Boys / Arranged by Ishbah Cox
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK00431539
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Recorded in 1999 and considered the signature hit by the Backstreet Boys, "I Want It That Way" reached the top of the charts in more than 25 countries! Ishbah's powerful arrangements opens with low brass on the verse, uses effective dynamic contrasts, and steadily gathers momentum throughout.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00431539
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About the Artist: Backstreet Boys
The Backstreet Boys emerged from the pop landscape of the 1990s to become one of the most commercially successful vocal groups in history. Their catalog defined a generation's understanding of pop songwriting, with carefully crafted melodies and harmonies that translated across radio, film, and live performance.
"I Want It That Way" stands as their most recognizable recording, a track that remains instantly identifiable to audiences across age groups and musical backgrounds. The song's structural simplicity and emotional directness make it an ideal candidate for instrumental adaptation, particularly in ensemble settings where the core melody can be supported by full orchestration.
Why we love this
Ishbah's orchestration gives this chart real sophistication without requiring advanced technical facility from your ensemble. The arrangement builds logically from a focused low brass opening through dynamic layering, teaching students how effective contrast and textural variety drive musical momentum across a pop song structure.
What to expect
Propulsive and immediate. The arrangement captures the original's emotional directness while letting your ensemble feel the satisfaction of building intensity from a restrained opening into fuller, more energetic sections. Students experience how familiar melodies take on new life in an arranged context.
Who it's for
Marching bands at the Grade 3 to 4 level seeking contemporary repertoire that engages students through familiar material. Directors looking for a rock-pop arrangement that develops musicality and dynamic control without excessive technical demands.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the opening verse carefully; low brass carries the melody while upper voices remain in support. Clarity in this section sets the foundation for what follows.
- Mark dynamic shifts in your parts explicitly. The progression from soft verse to fuller passages requires intentional control from every section.
- Lock the main groove rhythmically as momentum builds. A steady pulse through the middle and final sections keeps energy moving forward without rushing.
- Shape phrases through the recorded accompaniment rather than fighting it. The backing track establishes tempo and character; your band works within that framework for cohesion.
How to use it
Program this as a contemporary moment within a mixed repertoire concert, where it provides tonal and stylistic contrast to traditional marching band fare. It also works effectively as a closer to an upbeat set, using its momentum and audience recognition to end on an accessible, high-energy note.
Skills your students will build
- Dynamic control and contrast within a single phrase
- Sectional balance between melody carriers and harmonic support
- Rhythmic precision in grooved, repetitive figures
- Phrasing and shape within a pop song structure
- Ensemble listening and textural awareness