2 Be Loved: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
(Am I Ready)
Words and music by Melissa "Lizzo" Jefferson, Max Martin, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Peter Svensson and Savan Kotecha / arr. Jordan Barker
Grade: 3
Item: 00-PK-0008827
$65.00
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GRAMMY® award-winning singer and songwriter Lizzo had a hit with this one in 2022. Arranger Jordan Barker's arrangement has incredible power and drive, and is a great choice for the stands this fall!
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Series:
Mega Sounds for Marching Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
SKU:
00-PK-0008827
More about this title
About the Composer: Melissa "Lizzo" Jefferson
Melissa Jefferson, known professionally as Lizzo, is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist whose work spans R&B, hip-hop, and pop. Her songwriting emphasizes joy, self-affirmation, and groove, often built on strong rhythmic foundations and infectious melodies. Her GRAMMY-winning catalog has made her compositions natural candidates for educational arrangements that engage modern audiences while maintaining musical substance.
Why we love this
Jordan Barker's arrangement captures the essence of what made this track resonate with millions, the relentless forward momentum and feel-good energy, while scoring it accessibly for Grade 3 bands. The piece gives your ensemble a contemporary hit that audiences recognize instantly, and it's substantial enough to teach real musicianship rather than just novelty appeal.
What to expect
Infectious and uplifting, with the kind of groove that makes you want to move. The piece carries an infectious positivity while maintaining enough musical substance to stay interesting across multiple listens. It's energetic without being chaotic, celebratory without being saccharine.
Who it's for
Bands seeking a fall concert piece that connects with student musicians and audiences alike. Grade 3 ensembles with solid fundamentals and enough individual section strength to balance a modern pop arrangement. Directors who want to program contemporary music without sacrificing musical depth.
How to get the most out of it
- Emphasize the rhythmic precision in the lower voices; the groove lives in how tightly the battery and bass line lock together, not in rushing the tempo.
- Balance the melodic content across sections so individual parts shine without drowning out the arrangement's harmonic support.
- Pay attention to the dynamic arc throughout; this piece builds momentum, so resist the urge to peak early.
- Use the recorded accompaniment during sectional rehearsals to help students internalize the groove in context.
How to use it
This works as a opener or closer on a fall concert, particularly effective as a closer when you want to send audiences out energized. Program it between heavier classical works to shift the mood and showcase your ensemble's versatility with contemporary idioms. It's also a solid choice for pep band contexts or community events where recognizability matters.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision and groove maintenance in contemporary pop idioms
- Balancing melodic interest with harmonic accompaniment
- Dynamic control and building momentum through phrase architecture
- Stylistic ensemble playing outside the traditional concert band repertoire