19th Nervous Breakdown: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As Recorded by The Rolling Stones
Words and music by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards [The Rolling Stones] / arr. Mike Story
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0007982
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Description
One of the greatest rock bands of all time, The Rolling Stones, are still going strong. Here is one of their biggest hits in a driving rock-shuffle chart from arranger Mike Story. It has lots of rhythmic drive that makes it perfect for the stands, pep band, and dance or drill team groups.
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Additional Details
Series:
Big and Easy
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
114
SKU:
00-PK-0007982
More about this title
About the Composer: Mick Jagger
Mick Jagger cofounded The Rolling Stones in 1962 and established himself as one of rock music's most dynamic frontmen. His songwriting partnership with Keith Richards produced some of the most enduring rock compositions of the past six decades, combining blues-based structures with infectious melodies and sharp lyrical wit.
Why we love this
Mike Story's arrangement captures the infectious swagger of this Stones classic without losing the groove that made it a radio staple. The Grade 2 level makes it accessible for developing bands while maintaining enough rhythmic sophistication to keep audiences engaged, and the rock-shuffle feel gives marching ensemble students a chance to stretch beyond traditional concert repertoire.
What to expect
A propulsive, swaggering groove that captures the raw energy of 1960s British rock. The arrangement pulses with rhythmic drive and attitude, translating the song's signature shuffle into a marching ensemble sound that feels both confident and immediately recognizable.
Who it's for
Marching bands, pep bands, and drill teams looking to program contemporary rock repertoire that audiences recognize and students enjoy playing. Directors seeking accessible material that builds rhythmic control and rock ensemble style will find this a natural fit for game-day performance or concert programming.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the shuffle subdivision before running tempos up; if the sixteenth-note feel gets sloppy, the whole arrangement loses its pocket.
- Balance the horn section against the rhythm section so the rock energy drives forward without drowning out ensemble clarity.
- Work the dynamic curve through the form; this chart thrives on building momentum, so plan your release points and climactic hits early in rehearsals.
- Let the percussion lock in with the bass line; the drum part is the heartbeat of this arrangement, so rehearse the bottom voices first.
How to use it
Program this during football season or pep band slots where the contemporary rock sound and recognizable melody will resonate with students and audiences alike. It pairs well alongside other Big and Easy selections for a concert that mixes accessibility with musical substance, or use it as a centerpiece for a rock-era themed halftime show.
Skills your students will build
- Executing rock shuffle rhythms with consistent subdivision
- Playing syncopated rhythms with clear articulation and precision
- Balancing ensemble blend in a rock style setting
- Maintaining groove and pocket across multiple sections
- Reading and executing driving, repetitive melodic and harmonic patterns