You're Still a Young Man: Marching Band Conductor Score

$8.00 USD

You're Still a Young Man: Marching Band Conductor Score

Name: You're Still a Young Man: Marching Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-42116S
Price: 8.00 USD
Availability: InStock

The Music of Tower of Power, Part 2 (Trumpet Section Feature)

Words and music by Emilio Castillo and Stephen Kupka [Tower of Power] / arr. Victor López

Grade: 3 (Medium)

Item: 00-42116S

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Featuring the trumpet section, the gorgeous R&B ballad "You're Still a Young Man" offers a nice change of pace as Part 2 of our Tower of Power show. (2:15)

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Series: Mega Sounds for Marching Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 12

UPC: 038081473147

SKU: 00-42116S

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About the Composer: Emilio Castillo

Emilio Castillo co-founded Tower of Power in 1968 and has been the band's saxophonist and primary songwriter throughout its five-decade run. His compositions and arrangements defined the Oakland funk sound, blending tight horn sections with socially conscious lyrics and infectious grooves that influenced generations of R&B, funk, and hip-hop musicians.

Castillo's work with Tower of Power earned the band induction into the R&B Music Hall of Fame and secured their place in music history as architects of West Coast funk. His ability to write for horns remains a masterclass in section writing and ensemble interplay.

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Why we love this

Victor López's arrangement captures everything that makes Tower of Power essential: the swagger of a locked rhythm section, the sophistication of layered horn writing, and a trumpet feature that lets your best player shine. At Grade 3, the part-writing is clean and playable without sacrificing the soul of the original, making this the kind of ballad that gives marching bands substance and style between high-energy productions.

What to expect

Smooth and sophisticated, with the warmth of a classic soul ballad filtered through the precision of marching ensemble writing. The trumpet takes center stage over a supportive backdrop of horns and rhythm, creating moments of vulnerability and strength that reveal a band's ability to play with nuance and restraint.

Who it's for

Marching bands at the Grade 3 level seeking repertoire that demonstrates musicianship beyond typical contest fare. This piece works especially well for bands with strong trumpet sections and directors who want to program contemporary R&B music alongside traditional march literature.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the trumpet feature with the supporting horn sections so the melodic line projects without drowning out the harmonic foundation beneath it.
Lock the snare drum and bass drum into a pocket that serves the ballad feel; a straight march tempo won't capture the R&B character of the piece.
Let the guard take time with visual storytelling during the trumpet solo section; this is a moment for music and movement to breathe together.
Shape dynamics through the band's complete range, especially where the horns swell into the climactic moments; it's a ballad that needs dynamic architecture to land emotionally.

How to use it

Use this as Part 2 of a Tower of Power-themed show, or program it as a standalone feature to showcase your trumpet section during a concert format exhibition. The 2:15 duration makes it ideal for mixed-media productions where you can pair the performance with video or choreography that honors the band's R&B legacy.