You're the One That I Want (from Grease): Full Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Words and music by John Farrar / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
Grade: 3
Item: 00-PK-0001169
$73.00
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This will be the one they want to play! A blow out arrangement from the musical, Grease and the hot TV show! Great spring concert closer! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Concert Full Orchestra
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
55
SKU:
00-PK-0001169
More about this title
About the Composer: John Farrar
John Farrar composed and produced music for the 1978 film adaptation of Grease, creating some of the most recognizable pop songs of that era. His work on the Grease soundtrack established him as a skilled songwriter capable of writing infectious melodies that appeal to both young performers and audiences. Farrar's compositions from this musical remain staples in educational and community theater settings, valued for their energy and immediate accessibility.
Why we love this
Douglas E. Wagner's full orchestra arrangement captures all the exuberance and pop sensibility of the original while making it genuinely playable for a Grade 3 ensemble. The orchestration balances accessibility with authentic arrangement detail, so your students get to play a recognizable hit without drowning in excessive complexity. Spring concerts need closers that leave audiences energized, and this one delivers exactly that.
What to expect
The arrangement radiates the infectious optimism and teenage romance of the original Grease soundtrack. Bright brass punctuations, driving rhythms, and the instantly familiar melody create an irresistible sense of joy and movement that audiences instantly recognize and audiences instantly enjoy.
Who it's for
This arrangement suits orchestras ready to tackle Grade 3 material with enthusiasm and pop repertoire experience. Directors seeking a finale that will energize both student performers and audiences will find this particularly valuable for spring concerts, pops concerts, or end-of-year programs.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the rhythm section locked and driving throughout. The groove is what makes this arrangement work; emphasize the pulse in drums, bass, and piano parts from the first rehearsal.
- Balance the melodic sections between upper woodwinds and strings so the tune stays clear when multiple sections play. This prevents the arrangement from muddying despite its full instrumentation.
- Maintain consistent articulation across like sections. If first trumpets tongue their sixteenth notes, second and third trumpets should match that articulation exactly for blend.
- Resist the urge to slow down during ensemble passages. The energy of this arrangement depends on tempo stability; use a metronome in rehearsals to establish confidence.
How to use it
Program this as your concert closer. The arrangement's energy and crowd-pleasing melody make it an ideal final piece to send audiences home happy. It also pairs well alongside other pop or musical theater arrangements in a themed concert, or serves as the high-energy payoff at the end of a varied program.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing melody and accompaniment across full orchestra
- Maintaining groove and rhythmic consistency in ensemble playing
- Articulation clarity and consistency across instrument sections
- Reading and executing contemporary pop-influenced harmonic progressions
- Ensemble blend when multiple sections carry thematic material simultaneously