You're the One That I Want: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By John Farrar / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0001225
$60.00
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Description
Even if you didn't grow up in the heyday of Elvis and poodle skirts, you can't resist being drawn into the wild world of Rydell High's Class of 1959. Re-live the classic tale with this fast-paced, essentially 50s number. You're the One That I Want is also the title of NBC's mammoth casting call for a new Broadway production of Grease set to open in the Summer of 2007. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Concert Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
67
SKU:
00-PK-0001225
More about this title
About the Composer: John Farrar
John Farrar is a singer-songwriter and composer best known for his work in 1970s and 1980s pop and rock music. He co-wrote and performed several major hits and became a sought-after composer for film and television soundtracks. His facility with melody and understanding of pop idiom made him a natural choice for adapting songs for ensemble performance.
Why we love this
Douglas E. Wagner's arrangement captures the infectious energy of this iconic pop number while keeping the technical demands accessible for Grade 3 bands. The orchestration stays true to the spirit of the original without requiring advanced players, making it an excellent choice for building ensemble cohesion around recognizable, engaging material. Programming this guarantees an immediate connection with your audience.
What to expect
This is pure, unapologetic fun. The arrangement bounces with the optimism and urgency of 1950s pop, capturing that moment when Rydell High's world collides with pure theatrical energy. Your band will feel the drive of the piece immediately, and audiences will recognize themselves in every phrase.
Who it's for
Concert bands working at the Grade 3 level who want to program recognizable pop material without sacrificing musicianship. This arrangement works equally well for experienced younger ensembles and developing high school or community bands seeking accessible repertoire with broad appeal.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish a steady, driving tempo from the start. The piece thrives on momentum, so lock in the pulse early and maintain it throughout.
- Balance the melodic line across sections rather than letting any single voice dominate. This is an arrangement, not a solo feature, and the vitality comes from the full ensemble sound.
- Keep articulations crisp and uniform, especially in rhythmic figures that define the 1950s character. Sloppy attacks will flatten the style.
- Watch for any sustained harmony passages and ensure they stay warm and connected rather than becoming static or thin.
How to use it
Program this in a pop or movie music set to showcase your ensemble's versatility and tighten their rhythmic precision around material with strong groove and style. It pairs well with other accessible contemporary or classic pop arrangements and serves as an excellent closer for a concert that aims to entertain as much as it educates.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining steady tempo and ensemble pulse in syncopated material
- Matching articulation style and characteristic phrasing across sections
- Reading and performing Grade 3 concert band parts with multiple staves and transpositions
- Balancing melodic and harmonic voices within an arrangement
- Applying historical style awareness to modern pop performance