Still into You: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As Recorded by Paramore
Words and music by Hayley Williams and Taylor York [Paramore] / arr. Nick Baratta
Grade: 3 (Medium)
Item: 00-PK-0006250
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Description
Named one of Billboard Magazine's top songs of 2013, this infectious tune by Paramore is a perfect choice for marching and pep band. Veteran arranger Nick Baratta has created a fun and very solid arrangement that will come together in a hurry! (1:15)
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Additional Details
Series:
Mega Sounds for Marching Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
110
SKU:
00-PK-0006250
More about this title
About the Composer: Hayley Williams
Hayley Williams is the lead vocalist and primary songwriter of Paramore, the alternative rock band that emerged from Franklin, Tennessee, in the early 2000s. Her songwriting blends introspective lyrics with infectious melodies, and her work has earned Grammy recognition and sustained radio play across multiple decades. Williams collaborates closely with bandmates including Taylor York to craft the band's signature sound, which balances raw emotional content with pop-oriented accessibility.
Why we love this
Nick Baratta's arrangement captures the pop-rock energy of the original while building in the kind of transparent orchestration that lets marching sections shine without getting buried. The tune has instant recognition with your audiences, and Grade 3 scoring means you're not spending weeks drilling complex passages; the band can lock the arrangement quickly and focus on execution, visual integration, and that infectious hook everyone already knows.
What to expect
Infectious and propulsive. The song pulses with a driving rhythm that propels the marching section forward while allowing melodic voices to cut through with clarity. There's a sense of modern confidence here, somewhere between stadium energy and tight ensemble precision.
Who it's for
Marching and pep bands seeking a contemporary rock selection that lands with students and audiences alike. Directors who want a recognizable title without extended rehearsal timelines will appreciate that this Grade 3 arrangement delivers solid musicianship and visual appeal on a reasonable learning curve.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic pocket in the opening sections. The groove is the song's foundation, so lock your snare and bass drum alignment early in rehearsal before layering pitched instruments on top.
- Keep the melody voices crisp and separated from the harmonies. The original recording relies on clarity between lead and supporting lines, so resist the urge to blend everything into a thick tutti sound.
- Balance the backfield early. With 110 pages of parts, make sure clarinets and lower woodwinds sit in the mix appropriately so brass-driven passages don't bury the foundation.
- Mark your releases clearly in parts. Paramore's original uses tight rhythmic cutoffs and space; transfer that sensibility to your marching band so the arrangement breathes.
How to use it
Program this as a high-energy second or third selection in a pep band or marching contest set. The 1:15 duration and instant accessibility make it an ideal palate cleanser between a challenging ballad and an opening statement, or pair it alongside other contemporary rock or pop-adjacent titles to showcase your band's versatility and connection to current music culture.
Skills your students will build
- Marching rhythm section timing and pocket awareness
- Balancing melody and harmony in contemporary rock scoring
- Reading and executing modern syncopation and rhythmic articulation
- Transferring recorded music interpretation to live ensemble performance