Smells Like Teen Spirit: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By Dave Grohl / By Kurt Cobain / By Krist Novoselic / As performed by Nirvana / Arranged by Larry Moore
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK00205756
$45.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Smells Like Teen Spirit - Full Score | $7.50 | |
| Smells Like Teen Spirit - Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| Smells Like Teen Spirit - Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| Smells Like Teen Spirit - Violin 3 (Viola Treble Clef) | $7.00 | |
| Smells Like Teen Spirit - Viola | $7.00 | |
| Smells Like Teen Spirit - Cello | $7.00 | |
| Smells Like Teen Spirit - Bass | $7.00 | |
| Smells Like Teen Spirit - Guitar | $7.00 | |
| Smells Like Teen Spirit - Piano | $7.00 | |
| Smells Like Teen Spirit - Percussion | $7.00 |
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Description
Considered to be one of the greatest rock songs of all time, Nirvana's alternative rock anthem features a strong riff, engaging rhythms, and striking dynamic changes. Larry Moore's arrangement also gives a great opportunity to feature a guitar soloist with your group. Dur: 2:30
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00205756
More about this title
About the Composer: Dave Grohl
Dave Grohl emerged as Nirvana's drummer during the band's most commercially successful period and became the creative force behind the arrangement and performance of their most iconic material. His drumming on "Smells Like Teen Spirit" helped define the sound of 1990s alternative rock, establishing rhythmic patterns that influenced an entire generation of musicians.
Why we love this
Larry Moore's arrangement captures the raw energy and iconic riff that made the original a cultural phenomenon while remaining fully accessible to Grade 3-4 orchestras. String players get to inhabit a rock masterpiece that resonates with students and audiences alike, and the featured guitar solo creates a natural focal point that elevates ensemble cohesion around a clear soloist.
What to expect
Urgent and propulsive, anchored by a riff that feels both menacing and hypnotic. The arrangement channels the original's quiet verses and explosive chorus dynamics, creating moments of tension and release that keep both players and listeners engaged.
Who it's for
Directors programming concerts for audiences who value contemporary music and students who connect with rock and alternative repertoire. This arrangement makes a substantial piece accessible without compromising the song's power.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the opening riff with precision; the unison impact depends on clean articulation and rhythmic unanimity across all string sections.
- Balance the guitar soloist carefully during the solo passage. The strings should provide supportive texture without obscuring the featured part.
- Shape the dynamic arch across the full duration. This piece thrives on contrast between restrained verses and explosive choruses.
- Sustain energy through the final repetitions. Resist the urge to rush; let the driving rhythm section (violas and cellos) anchor the acceleration.
How to use it
Pair this with classical or film music to create a concert that spans musical eras and connects with younger audience members. It also works effectively as a finale or penultimate selection where its contemporary energy sends audiences out energized.
Skills your students will build
- Playing with consistent rhythmic precision in syncopated patterns
- Creating contrast between articulated riffs and sustained harmonic support
- Balancing ensemble texture around a featured soloist
- Executing dynamic shifts that serve the emotional arc of the composition
- Reading rock and alternative music notation styles