September: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Earth, Wind Fire / Arranged by Ishbah Cox
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00288891
$65.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| September - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $8.00 | |
| September - Flute/Piccolo | $6.00 | |
| September - Bb Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| September - Eb Alto Sax | $6.00 | |
| September - Bb Tenor Sax | $6.00 | |
| September - Eb Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| September - 1st Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| September - 2nd Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| September - 3rd Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| September - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| September - Bb Horn/Flugelhorn | $6.00 | |
| September - 1st Trombone | $6.00 | |
| September - 2nd Trombone | $6.00 | |
| September - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| September - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| September - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| September - Electric Bass | $6.00 | |
| September - Bells/Xylophone | $6.00 | |
| September - Snare Drum | $6.00 | |
| September - Cymbals | $6.00 | |
| September - Quad Toms | $6.00 | |
| September - Multiple Bass Drums | $6.00 | |
| September - Aux Percussion | $6.00 |
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Description
Originally a hit for Earth, Wind Fire back in 1978, this classic tune has enjoyed continued popularity through recordings by countless artists as well as appearances in television and film. This funky chart is a guaranteed "feel good" dance feature or stands blaster.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00288891
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About the Artist: Earth, Wind Fire
Earth, Wind Fire emerged from Chicago in the early 1970s to become one of the most innovative and influential funk and soul ensembles in popular music history. The band's signature sound blended intricate horn arrangements, infectious grooves, and jubilant vocals into a formula that dominated dance floors and radio airwaves throughout the decade. Their musicianship and compositional sophistication set them apart within the funk and soul landscape, earning them a place among the most sampled and covered artists in contemporary music.
Why we love this
Few tunes carry as much immediate joy as this one, and Cox's arrangement captures that infectious spirit while giving your brass section real work to do. The grooves sit naturally under a marching band instrumentation, and audiences recognize it instantly, making it an ideal vehicle for demonstrating how contemporary popular music translates to the field.
What to expect
Pure optimism and movement; the chart radiates warmth and forward momentum from the first note. Those irresistible horn harmonies and syncopated rhythms create the unmistakable sense of celebration that made this song a timeless staple.
Who it's for
Band directors seeking a contemporary crowd pleaser that engages both students and audiences with immediate accessibility. Students at the grade 3 level will find themselves stretched by the syncopated rhythms and funk grooves without drowning in technical complexity.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the horn lines into a tight rhythmic pocket; the funky syncopation only lands when articulation and releases are unified across the brass.
- Treat the bass line as the heartbeat of the arrangement and have your low brass commit fully to its groove rather than playing it cautiously.
- Balance the solo passages so they breathe and shine without overwhelming the ensemble texture underneath.
- Emphasize the dynamic contrast between the busier ensemble sections and the cleaner, more spacious moments to maintain audience energy.
How to use it
Schedule this as a second-half opener to shift energy and tempo, or anchor a themed concert celebrating funk and soul in popular music. It pairs well alongside other groove-oriented literature and serves as an excellent opportunity to help students understand how professional funk arranging principles apply to the marching band idiom.
Skills your students will build
- Funky syncopation and subdivision feel in 4/4
- Balancing tight rhythmic articulation with musical phrasing
- Voicing and blend in horn section unison and harmony
- Dynamic control across extended note values
- Listening for and maintaining a steady groove pocket