Say Hey (I Love You): Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Michael Franti Spearhead featuring Cherine Anderson / Arranged by Michael Brown
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00308141
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Recorded in 2009 by Michael Franti Spearhead, this infectious dance hit has remained prominent in pop culture thanks to usages in TV, films, video games, and stadium anthems.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00308141
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About the Artist: Michael Franti Spearhead featuring Cherine Anderson
Michael Franti built Spearhead into a force for socially conscious hip-hop and funk that never sacrificed groove for message. His work consistently blends live instrumentation with electronic production, creating a sound that energizes crowds while addressing real-world issues. The collaboration with vocalist Cherine Anderson on "Say Hey" exemplifies his gift for crafting earworm melodies that stick with listeners long after they've heard them.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures the relentless forward momentum and infectious joy of the original without losing the pop sensibility that made it ubiquitous. Students immediately recognize the hook, which means you're building enthusiasm from the first rehearsal. The Grade 2 difficulty keeps the focus on delivering infectious energy rather than technical complexity, so your ensemble can nail the groove and deliver a performance that genuinely moves an audience.
What to expect
Pure, unfiltered fun. The track bounces with hip-hop swagger and pop accessibility, built on a foundation of irresistible rhythm and a vocal hook designed to get stuck in your head. It's the kind of piece that makes marching band feel current and alive rather than distant from the world students inhabit.
Who it's for
Marching bands looking to connect with student performers through contemporary material they actually care about. This works for any program seeking a high-impact closer or centerpiece that audiences will recognize and enjoy from the opening notes.
How to get the most out of it
- Prioritize the rhythmic pocket over precision. The swing and swagger of this tune live in deliberate laid-back placement of hits, not mechanical exactness.
- Front-load your rehearsals on the main hook and its variations so students internalize the melodic signature before worrying about individual part detail.
- Push the dynamic contrast between verses and the chorus; the arrangement likely features a quieter setup that explodes into full ensemble texture, so resist the urge to play everything at volume.
How to use it
Slot this as a standalone feature or closer in a concert that otherwise trends traditional; it creates a memorable departure that resets audience energy. Alternatively, program it alongside other contemporary pop arrangements to build a set that demonstrates how marching band literature can reflect current musical culture while maintaining musical integrity.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining steady groove against syncopated figures
- Balancing ensemble blend in funk and hip-hop idioms
- Shaping dynamics to emphasize rhythmic intensity rather than melodic arc
- Responding to and executing call-and-response structures