Let It Rock: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts

$45.00 USD

Let It Rock: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Let It Rock: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-38539
Price: 45.00 USD
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Words and music by Kevin Rudolf and Dwayne Carter / arr. Mike Story

Grade: 2 (Easy)

Item: 00-38539

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Here is one of the most widely played sports anthems in a terrific new arrangement by Mike Story. Driving percussion, commanding harmonies, and lots of open fifths for that "in-your-face" sound make this a must-have chart for 2012! (1:40)

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Series: Big and Easy

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 116

UPC: 038081433912

SKU: 00-38539

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About the Composer: Kevin Rudolf

Kevin Rudolf rose to prominence in the late 2000s as a rock musician and songwriter known for blending hip-hop influences with hard rock instrumentation. His work reaches across radio, film, and live performance contexts, earning him recognition in both mainstream and alternative music circles. Rudolf's ability to craft memorable hooks and driving rhythmic frameworks has made his compositions natural candidates for educational arrangements.

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Why we love this

Mike Story's arrangement captures the raw energy of the original while building it specifically for marching band strength and sound. The open fifths and commanding harmonies cut through outdoor performance spaces effortlessly, making this a show-stopping opener or closer that audiences recognize instantly. Grade 2 accessibility means your entire ensemble plays something genuinely exciting rather than simplified filler.

What to expect

Immediate. Powerful. A visceral rock energy translated into marching band language, complete with the aggression of open fifths and the command of full harmonic support. The arrangement grabs attention from the first note and sustains that tension throughout its 1:40 runtime.

Who it's for

Any marching band looking for a contemporary crowd-pleaser at the Grade 2 level that delivers impact without requiring a massive instrumentation. This works equally well for indoor drumline/front ensemble performances, pep band settings, or full field formations.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the percussion pulse early in rehearsal. The driving drumline and front ensemble form the foundation; everything else sits on top of that pocket.
Push the dynamics marked in the brass section. Those commanding harmonies only land if players commit fully to the forte passages and let the open fifths resonate without backing off.
Keep the rock feel grounded. This isn't a march; it's a stadium anthem. Maintain a forward momentum without rushing, especially in the first 40 seconds when the texture is sparser.
Balance the melody line so it sits above the harmonic texture without getting lost. In the busier sections, brass soloist or feature voices need to cut through the full sound.

How to use it

This is concert opener material. Program it early in the season when students are building stamina and confidence; they'll feel the immediate payoff of executing a recognizable, high-energy piece. It also serves as an excellent pep band or pregame staple where the crowd recognition factor drives audience engagement.