Paralyzer: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As Recorded by Finger Eleven
Arr. Doug Adams
Grade: 2.5 (Medium Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0007858
$45.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Paralyzer: Score | $6.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Optional Bb Clarinet/Horn in Bb | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: 2nd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Bass Clef | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Bass Clef | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Treble Clef | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Treble Clef | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Electric Bass | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Optional Baritone T.C. (Tuba Double) | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Mallets | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Snare Drum | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Quad-Toms | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Tonal Bass Drum | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Bass Drum/Tenor Drum | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Cymbals | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Auxiliary Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Keyboard/Synthesizer | $3.00 | |
| Paralyzer: Drumset | $3.00 |
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Additional Details
Series:
Easy Pops for Marching Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
124
SKU:
00-PK-0007858
More about this title
About the Artist: Finger Eleven
Finger Eleven emerged from St. Catharines, Ontario, in the early 1990s and became one of Canada's most successful rock exports. The band's arena rock sound, built on heavy guitars and anthemic melodies, resonated with audiences worldwide and earned them multiple Juno Awards and Grammy nominations. Their ability to craft instantly memorable hooks over driving rhythms makes their catalog ideal for marching ensemble adaptation.
Why we love this
Paralyzer hits hard without overcomplicating the parts. Doug Adams has captured the song's infectious energy and synth-driven groove in a Grade 2.5 arrangement that lets younger ensembles feel genuinely powerful while staying within their technical reach. The rock idiom engages students who might not connect with traditional concert band fare, and the 80-second duration makes it a crowd favorite at pep bands and halftime shows.
What to expect
Paralyzer radiates controlled urgency. The pulsing rhythm and layered instrumentation create forward momentum that propels the ensemble through the arrangement, while the memorable melody keeps everything grounded and singable. There's a satisfying combination of power and accessibility that makes performers feel like they're playing something genuinely current and cool.
Who it's for
Marching bands and pep ensembles looking for contemporary rock material that fits intermediate players. This works equally well for groups seeking a high-energy stand tune or a show-stopping halftime moment that connects with student musicians and audiences alike.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the synth line (typically in the woodwinds or brass) with the kick drum to anchor the groove; this partnership carries the entire arrangement.
- Attack the opening with confidence. The intro sets an energetic tone that the rest of the piece rides on.
- Balance the lead vocal melody (wherever it sits in your voicing) so it cuts through the rhythm section without drowning out the supporting lines.
- Maintain rhythmic precision in the rock groove; even slight rushing or dragging will undermine the driving feel that defines this hit.
How to use it
Save this for moments when you need an instant energy boost. It works brilliantly as a closer to a pep band or stands routine, or tuck it into a concert program after a lyrical ballad to shift the mood dramatically. The concise length also makes it suitable for multiple performances in a single event without eating up rehearsal time.
Skills your students will build
- Syncopated rhythms in a rock groove context
- Balancing melody and rhythm section independence
- Articulation and precision in fast-moving passages
- Reading and executing contemporary popular music idioms