Respect: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Otis Redding / As performed by Aretha Franklin / Arranged by Johnnie Vinson
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00146360
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Respect - Full Score | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Eb Alto Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Respect - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Convertible Bass Line | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Respect - Timpani | $6.00 |
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This RB favorite was vaulted to fame thanks to the classic recording by Aretha Franklin in 1967. This is one the parents are sure to remember and your students are sure to enjoy. Dur: 1:30
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00146360
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About the Composer: Otis Redding
Otis Redding emerged from Macon, Georgia in the early 1960s as one of soul music's most authentic voices. His raw emotional delivery and honest songwriting became the blueprint for generations of R&B and rock artists, influencing everyone from Aretha Franklin to modern soul singers. Though his life was cut short in a 1967 plane crash, his catalog remains foundational to American music education and popular culture.
Redding's "Respect" became a cultural touchstone when Aretha Franklin reimagined it in 1967, transforming his composition into an anthem. The song's direct melodic simplicity and driving rhythm make it ideal for concert band arrangements, introducing young musicians to the vocabulary of soul and R&B.
Why we love this
Johnnie Vinson's arrangement captures the song's irresistible groove without sacrificing playability at Grade 2. Students recognize this recording instantly, which creates genuine enthusiasm during rehearsals and a meaningful connection for audiences. The short duration and accessible voicing mean your band can prepare something with real cultural weight and memorable impact.
What to expect
Confident and soulful. The groove settles into your bones immediately, and there's an undeniable dignity in how the melody carries itself. You're not playing a novelty; you're performing a song that changed popular music and still demands respect decades later.
Who it's for
Concert bands at Grade 2 level looking for repertoire that resonates with students and families alike. This works for directors who want to bridge popular music and concert band tradition without sacrificing musicianship.
How to get the most out of it
- Anchor the rhythm section on beat one. The groove depends on clarity in the drums and bass line; lock them together first, then layer in the horns.
- Sing the melody phrase before playing it. This song breathes from vocal phrasing, not instrumental mechanics. Your band will find the right rubato and articulation once they internalize how a singer moves through the line.
- Let the dynamics tell the story. The arrangement likely mirrors the recording's architecture, building from a spoken or minimal opening. Respect that restraint early and earn the full band sound when it arrives.
- Balance the saxophone or trumpet lead. Whoever carries the main melody needs room to speak without drowning in section harmony. This isn't a loud tune; it's a confident one.
How to use it
Program this as a standalone crowd pleaser at a pops concert or spring festival. It pairs naturally with other classic rock or soul covers at that grade level, offering variety in tone and energy while keeping the sophistication level consistent. The 1:30 duration makes it perfect for a lighter program slot that still registers as significant.
Skills your students will build
- Groove-based rhythm playing and syncopation in rock and R&B contexts
- Balancing rhythmic precision with stylistic swing and feel
- Phrasing from vocal music principles rather than purely instrumental technique
- Dynamic control and restraint in supporting a melody-driven arrangement