Sixties Gold: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Arr. Douglas E. Wagner
Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0005477
$65.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Sixties Gold: Score | $10.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 2nd Flute | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: Oboe | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: Bassoon | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 2nd B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 3rd B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: B-flat Bass Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 2nd E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 2nd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 3rd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 2nd F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 1st Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 2nd Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 3rd Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: Baritone B.C. | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: Mallets | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 1st Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: 2nd Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Sixties Gold: Timpani | $3.00 |
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Description
Chocked full of style, the medley includes "Chain Gang," "Only Sixteen," 'You Send Me" and "What a Wonderful World." These Sam Cooke tunes are both familiar and revered. Quite honestly a legitimate part of our musical heritage. Comfortably scored at the concert band level by Douglas Wagner, join the fun with this charming musical stroll through the 60s. (4:55)
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Concert Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
242
SKU:
00-PK-0005477
More about this title
About the Arranger: Douglas Wagner
Douglas Wagner is an accomplished arranger and composer whose work spans concert band, orchestra, and choral settings. His arrangements for concert band are known for bringing popular and vernacular music into the educational ensemble repertoire with care for musicianship and accessibility.
Why we love this
Wagner captures the soul of these Sam Cooke classics without oversimplifying them. The medley flows naturally across four beloved tunes, giving your band genuine repertoire with cultural weight rather than a novelty piece. At Grade 3, students get to play music that matters while the writing stays manageable for most bands.
What to expect
A warm, nostalgic journey through the early 60s with a sophistication that honors the original compositions. The writing has swing and soul without feeling forced; it invites your band to sing through their instruments and connect with repertoire that shaped American popular music.
Who it's for
Concert band directors seeking repertoire that resonates with students and audiences alike. This works for groups that can handle Grade 3 technical demands but want music with genuine cultural and historical roots. It's ideal for directors who value teaching the canon beyond classical European traditions.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melody across sections; these songs live in their vocal simplicity, so resist the urge to over-arrange the phrasing once parts are learned.
- Use the recorded accompaniment to lock in the groove and style of each tune, especially the rhythmic pocket in 'Chain Gang.'
- Shape each song's arc separately before stitching them together; the medley gains coherence when each section gets its own character and breathing room.
- Attend to the ensemble blend in the woodwind harmony passages, where the 60s sound relies on warmth and cohesion rather than separation.
How to use it
Perfect for a pops or standards-themed concert, or as a bridge between classical and contemporary programming. The medley format and accessible duration (4:55) make it ideal for concert closings or community events where familiar melodies earn applause. Consider pairing it with other American songbook arrangements for a cohesive program identity.
Skills your students will build
- Phrasing and interpretation of vocal-style melodic lines
- Ensemble balance and blend in popular music contexts
- Understanding of swing and rhythmic groove
- Stylistic awareness of early 1960s popular music conventions