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It's All Right: Flexible String Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

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It's All Right: Flexible String Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

It's All Right: Flexible String Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Featured in the Disney/Pixar Movie Soul

Words and music by Curtis Mayfield / arr. Chris M. Bernotas

Grade: 2.5

Item: 00-49016
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This title features Alfred Music's String Orchestra FLEX options. That means that every part in this set is now transposed into every other part, so you can play this title with any combination of like- or mixed-string ensemble. After purchasing this set, decide what additional parts you need to meet the unique needs of your ensemble, then download and print them for free at alfred.com/supplemental---free of charge.

Written by Curtis Mayfield and made famous in the 1960s by The Impressions, this timeless classic has been covered by several major artists and was featured in the Disney/Pixar smash hit movie Soul. This arrangement by Chris M. Bernotas will put a smile on everyone's face and will be a great way to help students learn to play in the swing style. (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Don't just read it, hear it, play along with it, and watch your students grow with it. In MakeMusic Cloud, It's All Right: Flexible String Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts comes alive with professional accompaniment, adjustable tempo, and built-in practice tools that turn solo practice into real progress.

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Series: Pop Intermediate String Orchestra
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 87
ISBN10: 1-4706-4689-7
ISBN13: 978-1-4706-4689-9
UPC: 038081566122
SKU: 00-49016

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About the Composer: Curtis Mayfield

Curtis Mayfield (1942-1999) was a singer, songwriter, and guitarist who shaped soul and funk music in the 1960s and beyond. He founded The Impressions and crafted some of the era's most socially conscious and musically sophisticated pop songs, including "It's All Right," "People Get Ready," and the Academy Award-nominated "Pusherman" from the Shaft soundtrack. His work blended accessible melodies with meaningful lyrics, making him a master of writing music that moves both the body and the mind.

In the classroom, Mayfield's compositions offer directors a way to teach popular music history, groove-based playing, and the craft of songwriting to young musicians. His emphasis on strong melodic lines and infectious rhythms makes his work ideal for building student confidence and engagement with contemporary repertoire.

Why we love this

This arrangement brings a genuine 1960s soul classic into the string orchestra context without losing the warmth and swagger that made the original unforgettable. Chris M. Bernotas has crafted parts that work for any string combination you have on hand, which means you can actually play it this semester instead of waiting for roster changes. The swing style and accessible Grade 2.5 level make it a natural choice for students who are hungry to play music they recognize and love.

What to expect

Optimistic and buoyant, with the unmistakable warmth of 1960s soul music. The melody moves with ease over gentle swing rhythms, creating an atmosphere that feels both familiar and fresh, like rediscovering a song you haven't heard in years and immediately remembering why you loved it.

Who it's for

String orchestras with flexible instrumentation needs and younger ensembles looking to expand beyond traditional concert repertoire. Directors who want to build student engagement by featuring music from films and popular culture will find this especially useful for mixed-ability rosters.

How to get the most out of it

  • Approach the swing feel as a conversation between melody and rhythm section rather than metronomically rigid accompaniment; let the groove breathe slightly and the players will connect to the pocket naturally.
  • Balance the lead line so it speaks clearly over the accompaniment, especially in unison passages where intonation can suffer if one section dominates.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment (available separately) as a rehearsal tool to lock the swing articulation and style, but pull it away in final performances so students own the groove completely.

How to use it

Program this as a spring pops concert opener or as a bridge between classical and contemporary in a winter concert. Its clean 2:30 runtime makes it perfect for an ensemble that needs a short, high-energy number that audiences will recognize and enjoy, or as a confidence builder for younger string players before heavier repertoire.

Skills your students will build

  • Swing articulation and phrasing in a string context
  • Playing with a groove-based rhythmic approach rather than strict metrical execution
  • Balancing melodic prominence with accompaniment texture
  • Adapting to flexible instrumentation and part reassignment

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