Strutter: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
As Recorded by KISS
Words and music by Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons [KISS] / arr. Nick Baratta
Grade: 3 (Medium)
Item: 00-PK-0006238
$58.00
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Description
Here is the hard-rocking tune from KISS in a stellar new arrangement by veteran writer Nick Baratta. Solid scoring, driving percussion, and lots of open fifths for that "in your face" sound make this one of Nick's best charts ever! (1:25)
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Additional Details
Series:
Mega Sounds for Marching Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
110
SKU:
00-PK-0006238
More about this title
About the Composer: Paul Stanley
Paul Stanley co-founded KISS in 1973 and has served as the band's primary songwriter, guitarist, and frontman throughout their career. His compositions have defined arena rock for generations, blending memorable hooks with the theatrical intensity that became KISS's signature sound.
Why we love this
Nick Baratta's arrangement captures the swagger of the original without sacrificing the energy that makes KISS immediately recognizable. The scoring is clean and punchy, with open fifths and driving percussion creating that wall-of-sound feel that students love playing and audiences love hearing. This is the kind of chart that gets crowds on their feet while remaining accessible for Grade 3 ensembles.
What to expect
Strutter hits with attitude and forward momentum from the opening measures. The arrangement throbs with a relentless pulse and bold harmonic colors that make young musicians feel like they're commanding the field. This is music built for volume, confidence, and that unmistakable KISS swagger.
Who it's for
Marching bands seeking repertoire that energizes both performers and audiences without requiring advanced technical facility. Grade 3 students get to feel the power of rock music while developing solid musicianship fundamentals. Directors programming contests, festivals, or community events benefit from a chart that delivers immediate impact.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic precision of the percussion section. The driving pulse underneath everything depends on locking in the snare and bass drum parts with absolute clarity.
- Lean into the open fifths throughout the arrangement. These intervals should feel bold and deliberate, not apologetic; let them ring with confidence.
- Balance the melody against the harmonic foundation. The chart works when the lead voices cut through without drowning out the rhythmic foundation supporting them.
- Use dynamics to build intensity. Baratta's scoring invites you to shape phrases, so take advantage of the natural peaks and valleys in the arrangement.
How to use it
Program this as a centerpiece in a rock-themed concert or contest set where you want to showcase your ensemble's rhythmic cohesion and power. It pairs well alongside other contemporary rock arrangements or classic rock charts to build a cohesive show. The 1:25 length fits neatly into festival schedules and gives you a strong emotional peak without requiring extended rehearsal time.
Skills your students will build
- Precision in driving eighth-note and sixteenth-note rhythms
- Reading and executing open fifth voicings across the ensemble
- Balancing melody with rhythmic foundation in a rock idiom
- Controlled dynamic shaping within a high-energy context
- Synchronization between melodic and percussion sections