Sir Duke: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Stevie Wonder / Arranged by Paul Murtha
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00123977
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Duke - Full Score | $8.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Flute/Piccolo | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Bb Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Eb Alto Sax | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Bb Tenor Sax | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Eb Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - 1st Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - 2nd Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Bb Horn/Flugelhorn | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Baritone B.C. (Opt. Tbn. 2) | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Electric Bass | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Bells | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Xylophone | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Snare Drum | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Cymbals | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Quad Toms | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Multiple Bass Drums | $6.00 | |
| Sir Duke - Aux Percussion | $6.00 |
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Description
This popular '70s hit by Stevie Wonder features one of the signature instrumental riffs from that era. Paul's great-sounding arrangement provides a natural showcase for your mallet percussion section and fun for the rest of the band as well.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00123977
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About the Composer: Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder stands among the most influential musicians of the modern era, commanding mastery across composition, arranging, and performance on multiple instruments. His work from the 1970s fundamentally reshaped popular music's harmonic and rhythmic vocabulary, and his sophisticated approach to melody and groove continues to reward serious study by young musicians.
Why we love this
Paul Murtha's arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original while building the texture around your mallet section, giving percussionists genuine musical responsibility rather than relegating them to timekeeping. The Grade 3 level keeps everything accessible, yet the arrangement never sacrifices the infectious groove that made this song unforgettable.
What to expect
Irresistible groove wrapped in sophisticated harmonic colors. The arrangement swings with seventies optimism, featuring that iconic vibraphone riff that immediately signals joy and movement to any listener.
Who it's for
Bands seeking repertoire that connects with students' existing knowledge of popular music while building musicality in a fun context. This works especially well for groups with strong mallet players who deserve a moment to shine.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the feel with your battery before adding front ensemble. The vibraphone riff drives the whole performance, so get that phrasing tight and let the rhythm section commit to it early in rehearsals.
- Bring out the countermelody lines in the woodwinds and brass. They're crucial to the arrangement's texture and deserve clarity without overwhelming the mallet percussion feature.
- Dial in the articulation in the horn section parts. Stevie Wonder's original carries a buoyant, almost conversational phrasing that differs from typical march style; chase that character in your reeds and brass.
How to use it
Pair this with a more traditional march on a concert to create dynamic contrast and keep audiences engaged. It also serves as a confidence builder mid-season, offering students a familiar song that rewards clean execution and tight ensemble playing.
Skills your students will build
- Locked rhythmic precision in syncopated figures
- Mallet percussion independence and musicality
- Maintaining groove while layering instrumental textures
- Articulation consistency across sections in pop/funk idioms