Proud Mary: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By John Fogerty / As performed by Ike Tina Turner / As performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival / Arranged by Johnnie Vinson
Grade: 1.5
Item: 35-PK00145739
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Proud Mary - Full Score | $7.50 | |
| Proud Mary - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Eb Alto Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Trombone/Baritone B.C./Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Proud Mary - Bells | $6.00 |
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Description
A huge hit for both Creedence Clearwater Revival and Ike Tina Turner, this driving up-tempo rock tune is perfect for adding some energy and excitement to your next concert. Dur: 2:30
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00145739
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About the Composer: John Fogerty
John Fogerty wrote and performed some of the most recognizable rock songs of the 1960s and 1970s as the lead singer and guitarist of Creedence Clearwater Revival. His songwriting combined swamp rock influences with infectious melodies and driving rhythms that made CCR one of the most covered bands in popular music. Fogerty's catalog remains a staple in music education because his songs are built on clear, memorable hooks and straightforward harmonic structures that translate beautifully to ensemble arrangements.
Why we love this
Johnnie Vinson's arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original without losing the rock groove that makes this tune irresistible. Grade 1.5 bands will find the parts accessible but the performance still feels genuinely fun and contemporary, which students actually want to play.
What to expect
Relentless forward momentum wrapped in a swaggering rock groove. The opening riff immediately signals something different from the symphonic tradition, inviting students into a world where straightforward phrasing and pocket playing matter more than virtuosity.
Who it's for
Young bands ready to leave their first concert books behind. This arrangement proves that early intermediate groups can tackle recognizable, energetic repertoire without needing advanced technical demands.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the rhythm section locked tight; this song lives and dies by a confident, steady pulse. The backbeat drives everything forward.
- Let the melody sing through in the upper voices without dragging. The tempo should feel effortless and slightly energetic.
- Balance the horn parts so they support rather than compete with the main tune. Think of them as adding color, not carrying the weight.
How to use it
Close a concert on a high note when you need an audience to leave their seats. The two and a half minute length makes it an excellent encore or a perfect pairing with a contrasting classical selection earlier in the program.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and executing a steady, rock-influenced rhythm section groove
- Balancing melody against harmonic accompaniment in a popular music style
- Responding to up-tempo material without rushing
- Articulating short note values cleanly in a contemporary idiom