Walk This Way: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By Joe Perry / By Steven Tyler / As performed by Aerosmith / As performed by Run D.M.C. / Arranged by Larry Moore
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK00207495
$50.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Walk This Way - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Walk This Way - Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| Walk This Way - Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| Walk This Way - Violin 3 (Viola Treble Clef) | $7.00 | |
| Walk This Way - Viola | $7.00 | |
| Walk This Way - Cello | $7.00 | |
| Walk This Way - Bass | $7.00 | |
| Walk This Way - Guitar | $7.00 | |
| Walk This Way - Piano | $7.00 | |
| Walk This Way - Percussion 1 | $7.00 | |
| Walk This Way - Percussion 2 | $7.00 |
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Description
Aerosmith's signature song has also been covered by rappers Run DMC and rock violinist David Garrett, and recently featured on "Dancing with the Stars". You can let your string players rock out and also let a budding young guitarist "turn it up to eleven." Dur: 2:40
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00207495
More about this title
About the Composer: Joe Perry
Joe Perry is the lead guitarist and primary songwriter of Aerosmith, one of rock music's most enduring and influential bands. Since the band's formation in 1970, Perry has co-written some of rock's most iconic riffs and anthems, demonstrating a gift for crafting hooks that bridge hard rock appeal with genuine melodic strength.
For music educators, Perry's work offers a masterclass in writing memorable, driving material that engages players across skill levels. His compositions translate effectively to acoustic settings without losing their essential energy, making them valuable additions to repertoire that speaks to students' musical worlds.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures the swaggering attitude of the original while sitting comfortably in the hands of developing string players. The Grade 3-4 scoring balances accessibility with genuine musicianship, and the optional guitar part opens up a collaboration opportunity that energizes young musicians who might otherwise feel removed from the rock material they actually want to play.
What to expect
Confident and driving, with the kind of groove that makes players want to lock in together. The arrangement maintains the original's signature swagger while the string writing gives it a sophistication that elevates the energy beyond novelty.
Who it's for
String orchestras at the intermediate level who want to engage students with contemporary repertoire that feels current and relevant. This works equally well for programs seeking a concert opener with immediate appeal and teachers looking for repertoire that builds ensemble cohesion through a shared love of a rock classic.
How to get the most out of it
- Anchor the groove in your section leaders during rehearsal. Have first violin and first cello lock the main riff before the full ensemble joins, establishing the pocket the rest of the parts rely on.
- Keep the tempo steady and confident. This tune thrives on rhythmic precision; even small fluctuations disrupt the swagger that defines it.
- Balance the guitar part prominently if you have a capable player. The instrumental voice matters here, and featuring it rewards your young guitarist while adding authentic texture to the orchestration.
How to use it
Open a spring concert with this to immediately capture attention and set a fun tone for the rest of your program. It also works as a standalone performance for pep assemblies, school events, or any situation where you want your string students to feel cool and connected to music that matters in popular culture.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in rock grooves with syncopated articulations
- Balancing unison lines across the section while maintaining individual voice independence
- Responding to grid-based rhythmic feels rather than traditional conducting gestures
- Collaboration with auxiliary instruments (guitar) in non-traditional string settings