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I Heard It Through the Grapevine
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I Heard It Through the Grapevine by Barrett Strong Concert Band - Sheet Music

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I Heard It Through the Grapevine by Barrett Strong Concert Band - Sheet Music

By Norman Whitfield
Concert Band - Level 1 1/2

SKU: HL.8724706

Composed by Barrett Strong and Norman Whitfield. Arranged by Johnnie Vinson. Score and full set of parts. Discovery Concert Band. Motown. Full Score and Parts. Hal Leonard #8724706. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8724706).

UPC: 073999247060. 9.0x12.0x0.317 inches.

Motown artists have recorded it and the California Raisins have danced to it. The appeal of this great tune never gets old!

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Based on 3 Reviews
David K.
December 16, 2025
Solid Motown Classic for Ensembles
As a director looking for crowd-pleasers, this 'Beginning' concert band arrangement of 'Grapevine' is a solid choice. The full set of parts from Hal Leonard is well-organized, making it easy to distribute for community performances. While simplified for Level 1 1/2, it captures the Motown vibe effectively. Great for events where you need a recognizable, energetic tune without excessive rehearsal time for advanced parts.
Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Excellent for Beginning Concert Bands
This 'I Heard It Through the Grapevine' arrangement by Johnnie Vinson is a fantastic addition for beginning concert bands (Level 1 1/2). Hal Leonard's typical clear engraving makes parts easy to read, vital for young students. It's perfect for teaching basic ensemble dynamics, rhythm, and articulation while playing a classic Motown tune. My students love the recognizable melody, making practice enjoyable and engaging for school or community groups.
Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Smartly Arranged for Younger Ensembles
Johnnie Vinson's arrangement of 'Grapevine' for beginning concert band (Level 1 1/2) demonstrates thoughtful part-writing for this level. The iconic melody is clearly presented and passed effectively across sections, ensuring all instruments have engaging lines. While simplified, the overall Motown texture is maintained, providing a cohesive and balanced sound without over-challenging young players. A good example of how to arrange popular music pedagogically.

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This score is ideal for beginning concert bands, middle school bands, or younger ensembles. The Concert Band instrumentation is perfect for school and community performances, allowing musicians to enjoy its clearly designated Grade 1½ level, an accessible arrangement by Johnnie Vinson, and a unison bass line that helps with rhythm section clarity for developing bands.

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