Superstition: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Stevie Wonder / As performed by Stevie Ray Vaughan / Arranged by Matt Conaway
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00307966
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Superstition - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Flute/Piccolo | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Bb Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Eb Alto Sax | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Bb Tenor Sax | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Eb Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - 1st Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - 2nd Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - 3rd Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Bb Horn/Flugelhorn | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - 1st Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - 2nd Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Electric Bass | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Bells/Xylophone | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Snare Drum | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Cymbals | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Quad Toms | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Multiple Bass Drums | $6.00 | |
| Superstition - Aux Percussion | $6.00 |
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Nothing epitomizes the golden years of Stevie Wonder's hold on pop music more than this iconic funk tune from 1972. Some tunes just never grow old!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00307966
More about this title
About the Artist: Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder stands as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, crafting a catalog that spans soul, funk, pop, and rock with equal mastery. His work from the early 1970s represents a creative peak where he controlled every aspect of production, playing multiple instruments and pioneering studio techniques that became the blueprint for modern R&B and funk.
For music educators, Wonder's arrangements and compositional choices offer invaluable lessons in groove construction, harmonic sophistication, and the integration of contemporary styles into concert settings. His ability to write memorable melodies over complex rhythmic foundations makes his music endlessly adaptable for student ensembles.
Why we love this
Matt Conaway captures the swagger and infectious pocket of the original without losing the architectural elegance that makes funk rewarding to teach. Your band gets to tackle serious groove concepts, syncopated lines, and layered instrumentation all while playing music that genuinely excites audiences.
What to expect
Pure groove energy. The arrangement maintains the original's hypnotic funk pulse while giving each section meaningful material, creating that sweet spot where students feel the music propelling itself forward and audiences remember the performance long after the final downbeat.
Who it's for
Grade 3 bands with solid fundamentals and an appetite for contemporary styles. This arrangement suits groups that want to program something immediate and engaging without sacrificing musical substance or spending weeks on complex meters and key changes.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the rhythm section into a tight pocket by rehearsing percussion, low brass, and low reeds as a single unit before bringing in the harmonic parts. This funk groove demands precision, not flashiness.
- Balance the horn fills so they pop without overwhelming the main groove. Mark dynamics carefully and ensure the section leaders understand when to lay back versus when to assert.
- Emphasize the syncopated figures in upper voices by having those players mark exactly where they land relative to the beat, then practice against a metronome at half tempo.
- Record a run-through and listen for clarity in the bass line; it's the foundation of everything else working.
How to use it
Pair this with jazz standards or other funk-influenced charts to create a contemporary concert feel that breaks up traditional classical programming. It works especially well as a spring concert opener or as part of a pops night, and its recognizable melody makes it an excellent vehicle for engaging audiences unfamiliar with concert band.
Skills your students will build
- Syncopated rhythmic reading in funk contexts
- Maintaining consistent groove while playing moving parts
- Balancing individual lines within a dense harmonic texture
- Dynamic control and articulation for groove clarity