Rock With You: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
By Rod Temperton / As performed by Michael Jackson / Arranged by Roger Holmes
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00156630
$50.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Rock With You - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $7.50 | |
| Rock With You - Alto Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Tenor Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Tenor Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Trumpet 4 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Trombone 3 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Trombone 4 | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Guitar | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Piano | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Bass | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Drums | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Aux Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - C Treble Clef Solo | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Bb Solo Sheet | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - Eb Solo Sheet | $6.00 | |
| Rock With You - C Bass Clef Solo | $6.00 |
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Description
From the acclaimed album "Off the Wall," this familiar rock hit was tops on the charts for four weeks in 1979 and helped establish Michael Jackson as a creative force in pop music. This arrangement features a great groove and distinctive horn riffs, along with brief solos for trumpet and tenor.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00156630
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About the Composer: Rod Temperton
Rod Temperton shaped the sound of pop and R&B as a keyboardist, composer, and producer for the legendary group The Commodores before becoming one of the most influential architects of Michael Jackson's solo career. His work on the "Off the Wall" and "Thriller" albums established him as a master of groove-based songwriting and sophisticated arrangement, earning him a permanent place in the history of 1970s and 1980s popular music.
Beyond his work with Jackson, Temperton's compositions and production choices demonstrated a deep understanding of how to blend funk, soul, and pop sensibilities into commercially successful yet musically substantial recordings. His ability to write memorable hooks and build infectious grooves makes his work particularly valuable for jazz ensemble directors seeking repertoire that engages student musicians through instantly recognizable material.
Why we love this
Roger Holmes has arranged this 1979 chart-topper in a way that keeps the original's infectious groove intact while giving your ensemble real voices to play. The horn riffs sit naturally for young players, and the built-in solo spots for trumpet and tenor saxophone create performance opportunities without asking for advanced improvisational skills.
What to expect
Propulsive, warm, and playfully funky. The arrangement captures the original's easy swagger without losing any of the pocket feel that made the song a four-week chart champion. Your ensemble will feel the immediacy of the groove while learning how strong musical instincts can make familiar material feel fresh.
Who it's for
Jazz ensemble directors working with Grade 3 students who respond well to accessible, rhythmically engaging material. This arrangement works equally well for groups just beginning to explore funk and groove-based writing and those looking to add recognizable pop content to concert programs.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the groove early by getting your rhythm section locked into the pocket together; this arrangement lives and dies by how tight the bass and drums sit with the keyboard.
- Balance the horn lines so they cut through without overpowering the rhythm section; the riffs should feel like they're driving the tune, not fighting it.
- Give your soloists space and confidence during the trumpet and tenor features; even brief solos benefit from a comfortable tempo and a supportive ensemble sound underneath.
- Shape the overall arc by letting the arrangement breathe at dynamic shifts; resist the urge to push the tempo when things get exciting.
How to use it
Place this where you need an audience connection and student engagement to spike; a pop-focused concert, a casual evening performance, or a section of your spring show centered on contemporary grooves. It pairs well alongside other rock or funk-influenced pieces and gives your rhythm section a chance to showcase their pocket playing in a fun, supportive context.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and executing syncopated rhythmic figures in a groove context
- Balancing harmonic support with strong rhythmic pulse in funk-based ensemble playing
- Listening and reacting to ensemble dynamics within a fixed groove structure
- Basic small-group solo accompaniment and supportive ensemble playing
- Understanding how horn riffs function as melodic anchors in rock and funk arrangements