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On the Rebound: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

By Floyd Cramer / Arranged by Larry Moore

Grade: 3-4

Item: 35-PK00096336

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This old country favorite is nothing but fun with its twangy tune, "wipe-out" style drum break, and foot-stompin', knee-slappin' fiddle playing. You can choose to feature a "Floyd" piano player or play it with just orchestra. An optional easier fiddle feature is also included. An audience-pleaser-plus! Dur: 2:20

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
SKU: 35-PK00096336

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About the Composer: Floyd Cramer

Floyd Cramer was a legendary session pianist and recording artist who became synonymous with the slip-note piano technique that defined the Nashville Sound. His work as a studio musician shaped countless country recordings from the 1950s through the 1980s, earning him induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame and recognition as one of the most influential keyboard players in American music history.

Cramer's distinctive approach to piano, marked by his signature gliding between notes, brought sophistication and accessibility to country music arrangements. His ability to enhance melodies without overwhelming them made his style immediately recognizable and endlessly adaptable across multiple musical contexts.

Why we love this

This arrangement captures the irreverent spirit of country music while giving string orchestras a chance to swing. The optional piano part and two levels of fiddle features mean you can shape the performance to highlight your strongest players, and that drum break gives everyone in the ensemble a moment of pure joy.

What to expect

Infectious and unpretentious. The twangy melodic character brings warmth and good humor to a string orchestra setting, while the rhythmic vitality keeps the ensemble anchored in a steady, groove-based foundation. This is music that makes you want to move.

Who it's for

String orchestras at the intermediate level looking for engaging repertoire that builds musicality without excessive technical demands. Directors seeking a piece that energizes rehearsals and connects with audiences through familiar, joyful material.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lean into the rhythmic swagger. The tune thrives when your rhythm section locks into a relaxed but driving pulse rather than pushing the tempo forward.
  • Balance the fiddle feature so it soars above the accompaniment without losing the ensemble's groove. The texture should feel like conversation, not competition.
  • If you include the piano part, let that player sit slightly forward in the mix. Cramer's style relies on the piano shaping the melodic contour, not just filling harmony.
  • Articulate the pizzicato passages with a light touch. Crisp attack and quick release keep the 'foot-stompin'' energy alive without muddying the arrangement.

How to use it

Program this as a spring or pops concert closer where you want to send the audience out smiling. The compact duration and straightforward character also make it a solid choice for a non-auditioned ensemble rotation or community event where accessibility matters more than complexity.

Skills your students will build

  • Executing rhythmic precision in swing-inflected time
  • Balancing pizzicato and arco techniques within a single phrase
  • Playing fiddle-style ornamentations with proper intonation
  • Listening for groove and pulse across the full ensemble
  • Managing dynamic contrast in country music idiom

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