Stacy's Mom (arr. Les Hicken and Jay Bocook): Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Fountains Of Wayne / Arranged by Jay Bocook / Arranged by Les Hicken
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00462957
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Huge hit from Fountains of Wayne, this one is a guaranteed favorite with the students. Scored to sound great in the stands or on the field!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00462957
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About the Artist: Fountains Of Wayne
Fountains of Wayne emerged from New Jersey in the 1990s with a gift for crafting witty, observational pop rock songs that captured suburban American life with genuine humor and musical sophistication. Their 2003 hit "Stacy's Mom" became a cultural phenomenon, combining infectious pop sensibility with clever lyricism that has made it a perennial favorite in educational settings and beyond.
Why we love this
Jay Bocook and Les Hicken have preserved every hook and groove that made the original irresistible while crafting an arrangement that sits perfectly on the field. Students genuinely want to play this, which means rehearsals become about ensemble cohesion and precision rather than convincing anyone the music matters.
What to expect
Bright, propulsive, and unabashedly fun. The arrangement captures the original's pop sheen while giving marching musicians rhythmic hooks they can sink their teeth into, creating that rare combination of accessibility and musicianship that feels fresh every time it's played.
Who it's for
Grade 3 bands looking for music that generates genuine enthusiasm without sacrificing musical substance. This works equally well for competitive programs seeking a fun closer and community bands wanting repertoire that connects with audiences beyond the traditional classical base.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic pocket in the bass line early. This arrangement lives in the groove, so your low brass and percussion need to lock the tempo from the first run-through.
- Balance the melody line so the hook cuts through the harmony parts without overwhelming them. The countermelody often competes for attention.
- Keep the articulation crisp and uniform across your entire section when the signature riff appears. Consistency matters more than volume here.
- Shape the dynamics in the final chorus to build momentum. The arrangement gives you room to grow, so take it.
How to use it
Save this for a moment when your audience needs a jolt. Late in the first half or early in the second half of a stadium show, it breaks the tension and reminds people that marching band can be playful. It also works beautifully as a season opener to establish tone and build student confidence.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing melodic interest against harmonic support
- Executing rhythmic precision in pop and rock idioms
- Sustaining energy and dynamics across a full arrangement
- Reading and performing syncopated rhythmic figures