Roger Emerson : Beautiful Creatures

This upbeat song from Rio 2 is pure joy! Celebrate the uniqueness in all of us as we're reminded, like a tapestry of colors, beauty is found in every part, and that have more in common with one another than we realize.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Mac Huff : For the First Time

The live-action Little Mermaid is a joyous nod to the 1989 Disney original, and a visual and aural feast for the senses. This brand new song with lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda (and music by original composer Alan Menken) is a welcome exploration of trying new things and overcoming obstacles. Rolling vocal triplets and large, intervallic leaps in the crafted vocal lines will make this a standout feature in your program!

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Lin-Manuel Miranda | Performed By: Halle Bailey

Mac Huff : Hold My Hand

Few could have predicted the box-office and cultural success that Tom Cruise's Top Gun: Maverick would achieve in 2022. Lady Gaga's arena-ready anthem, written specifically for the film, dials everything up to the max, featuring a mega-powerful rock composition with a uplifting and high-flying message!

Arranger: Mac Huff | Performed By: Lady Gaga

Mark Brymer : Ripple

Appearing in the credits of Apple TV's Spirited, Ripple is the spark that starts out small and becomes something all-encompassing. It's the change that begins with one person and eventually reaches a million. This Pasek & Paul composition is fiercely optimistic and perfect for any time of year!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Justin Paul

Roger Emerson : Run Like the River (from Playmobil: The Movie)

An inspiring pop anthem with winning lyrics and a chorus that sticks, Meghan Trainor's Run Like the River (from Playmobil: The Movie) is given a first-rate choral arrangement by Roger Emerson. Building a sound both distinctive and faithful to the original, Emerson weaves a tapestry of melodies and countermelodies, complex rhythms, and exhilarating harmonies. A sonic force to be reckoned with!

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Performed By: Meghan Trainor

Mac Huff : Take A Look At Us Now

Based on the best-selling children's book series, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile was released to positive reviews and even better word-of-mouth. Composers Pasek and Paul infuse every square inch of this song with energy and spirit!

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Justin Paul

Mark Brymer : The Anonymous Ones

The film version of the Broadway smash hit Dear Evan Hansen included some new songs written specifically for the screen. Undeniably true to Pasek & Paul's compositional style, the text is prescient and deep and deserves a look as you program for your students.

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Justin Paul | Musical: Dear Evan Hansen

Mark Brymer : Your Song Saved My Life

Recorded by Bono and featured in the movie Sing 2, this song is all about the healing and inspiring power of music. Excellent as a concert closer, or as a thank you to those who have made a positive impact in our lives.

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Performed By: Bono

As if they never left the 1970s, Elton John (and longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin) geared up to write an immensely catchy, disco-infused track to accompany 2019's rave-reviewed biopic Rocketman, sharing vocals with his silver screen double Taron Egerton. Relentlessly cheery and groovy, this arrangement is proof that Elton's virtuosity can be incorporated into something accessible to all!

Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: Elton John

A showpiece of technical skill and lyrical wizardry in the 2018 sequel, Mary Poppins Returns, this jaunty and cheeky turn-of-phrase masterclass is a testament to Mark Shaiman's understanding of the enigma that is Lin-Manuel Miranda. With chances for soloists to re-create the wordsmith's most twisting and turning rap sections, the 6/8 romp of the main chorus is absolutely singable and memorable, with a blast being had by all involved!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Scott Wittman | Performed By: Lin-Manuel Miranda | Musical: Mary Poppins Returns

Disney celebrates its 100th anniversary this year and invites us to the Kingdom of Rosas for its 62nd animated feature film, Wish. Featuring an art style blending computer and watercolor animation, and original songs by singer/songwriter Julia Michaels, this end credit song is a dreamy and melancholy mid-tempo reflection on the ultimate power of making a wish.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Julia Michaels | Performed By: Julia Michaels

Before Elsa's powers were finally explained in Disney's Frozen II, Elsa and her little sister Anna used to listen to their mother sing this tender and beautiful folk lullaby as they were falling asleep. The tale told of a magical river in a far-off land, which would provide all of life's answers should the water eventually be found. An appealing flute part joins this effortless choral arrangement, with harmony accentuating the text by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez.

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Robert Lopez | Performed By: Evan Rachel Wood

From Disney's Wish, debuting during the middle of the 100th anniversary of the storied animation studio, comes this wholesome and tender duet between King Magnifico and main character Asha. Destined to become a classic Disney lullaby, the melody and message are a compositional masterstroke and will resonate for any parent, teacher, or individual who cares for another.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Julia Michaels | Performed By: Chris Pine

The original, tear-jerking ballad from Walt Disney's 1941 animated classic Dumbo is given a contemporary update courtesy of indie rock mainstay Arcade Fire. Featured in Tim Burton's 2019 live action remake, this 12/8 ballad exudes emotional power balanced with sweet lyricism.

Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Musical: Dumbo

Taylor Swift wrote Beautiful Ghosts with Andrew Lloyd Webber for 2019's Cats. The music is atmospheric with lyrics that reflect on what it means to be born into poverty but somehow finding an attitude to make the best of our situation. This arrangement captures the longing and the hope.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Andrew Lloyd Webber | Performed By: Taylor Swift | Musical: Cats

This iconic love song by Elton John from The Lion King was given a fresh look by the sensational pop group Pentatonix. Here, their arrangement is captured giving your vocal jazz/ a cappella choir the chance to really shine.

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Elton John | Performed By: Elton John | Musical: The Lion King

A love letter to all things Colombia: celebrations, dancing, beauty in nature and, of course, food! Featured in the trailer for Disney's Encanto, this vibrantly joyous number also plays during a magical party in the film when a new miracle is bestowed upon the Madrigal family. Enchanting!

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Lin-Manuel Miranda | Musical: Encanto

In 2001, Moulin Rouge! the movie was nominated for 8 Academy Awards, winning two. Now it is one of the hottest shows on Broadway and this beautiful love duet is once again reminding people why. Arranged in a way that satisfies both concert choirs or show choirs, this is the ballad for any concert.

Arranger: Mac Huff

Frozen composers Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez were challenged to expand and deepen the themes explored through song in the 2019 Disney animated sequel, Frozen II. With a more mature, genre-blending mix of folk, rock and Broadway tunes, these six brand new songs run the gamut of emotions, further enchanting listeners with the continuing adventures of two sisters from Arendelle! Includes: All Is Found, Into the Unknown, Lost in the Woods, Show Yourself, Some Things Never Change and When I Am Older.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Robert Lopez

A Star Is Born became the breakout hit of the fall, garnering universal acclaim, immense box office receipts and a glowing word-of-mouth that made one thing abundantly clear: this music was very good. This climactic, no-holds-barred song gets a full choir treatment worthy of singers looking to achieve raw emotionality with grace.

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Performed By: Lady Gaga | Musical: A Star Is Born

To celebrate individuality, to acknowledge one's uniqueness, and to understand the zaniness and joy behind those conceits is to experience Julia Michaels' I'm a Star. With hilarious and sharp solo passages and cleverly observational lyrics, this upbeat and joyful showstopper from Disney's Wish will put a smile on anyone's face!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Julia Michaels

From the 2019 film Breakthrough, which tells the incredible true story of a Missouri teen whose heart stopped beating for 45 minutes after he fell through a layer of ice atop a frozen lake, comes this Dianne Warren-penned, gospel-themed soliloquy of the boy's mother, who never gave up hope. This is a chance for your singers to dig deep into emotional reserves to send a resounding message.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Diane Warren | Performed By: Chrissy Metz

The award-winning songwriting team of Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez crafted this introspective showpiece for Queen Elsa (Idina Menzel) in Disney's smash hit animated sequel, Frozen II. Elsa wanders the halls of her castle in Arendelle, thoughtfully considering following a mysterious voice (AURORA) that has been calling out to her. Powerful, cerebral vocal lines ascend and weave in this strong and skillful arrangement, with an ending climax for the ages!

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Robert Lopez | Performed By: Idina Menzel

Raya and the Last Dragon is a another notch on the belt of Disney animated classics that are critically acclaimed and have a message that is so important for youth in this day and age: trust. Jhené Aiko wrote and performed this song featured in the new movie. A glorious call for togetherness!

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Performed By: Jhené Aiko

From Disney and Marvel's blockbuster Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, this uplifting, Oscar-nominated power ballad from recent Super Bowl performer Rihanna expresses the desire to feel safe and sound, and the need for all to live in light and love. Sure to be an inspiring and powerful moment in any performance!

Arranger: Mac Huff | Performed By: Rihanna

In a wonderfully realized gender-reversal thread in the plot of Disney's Frozen II, comes this passionate '80s rock ballad from mountain man Kristoff, accompanied by none other than singing apparitions of his reindeer and lifelong best friend, Sven. Staged on the screen to mimic the landmark music video for Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody, this will elicit much more than a wry chuckle from your audience!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Robert Lopez

2021's Cinderella, which starred Camila Cabello in the titular role, was loaded with current pop references and song covers. This song, written specifically for the film, is perfect for choral singing!

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Scott Harris | Performed By: Camila Cabello | Musical: Cinderella

Picking up right where they left off in 1994, Elton John and Tim Rice returned to the Savanna to pen a new song for the 2019 live action remake of Disney's The Lion King. Energetic and rhythmic in style, incorporating Zulu and English text, Roger Emerson's arrangement firmly establishes rock-solid choral conventions to ensure success!

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Tim Rice | Performed By: Elton John | Musical: The Lion King

Billie Eilish and her producer, songwriting partner and brother Finneas O'Connell were selected to compose the theme song to James Bond's 25th cinematic adventure, No Time to Die. Filled with minor, melancholy themes of espionage and betrayal, everything you're looking for in a Bond song is here!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Finneas O'Connell | Performed By: Billie Eilish

Coming in at the tail end of 2018's Mary Poppins Returns, the balloon lady, a fixture in P.L. Travers' series of children's novels featuring the titular character, sends the Banks family up, up and away on a physical and metaphorical adventure to leave the past behind. Challenging and satisfying, this dense and jovial arrangement from Roger Emerson deftly balances the source material with buoyant charm!

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Scott Wittman | Musical: Mary Poppins Returns

This is the song that is the tie that binds multiple generations in the shared love of music. This beautiful arrangement employs both English and Spanish as sung by Miguel and Natalia Lafourcade during the end credits of 2017's Coco. The winner of Best Original Song at the 90th Academy Awards in 2018 is ready to be the best song in your school program.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Composer: Robert Lopez | Musical: Coco

A pivotal moment in the 2018 remake of A Star Is Born, Shallow marks the moment at which Lady Gaga's Ally is thrust into the spotlight and the title of the film is fulfilled. Marked by a beautiful and conversational opening passage with opportunities for soloists, the back half of the arrangement stays true to the original melody with effective harmonies, country rock phrasing and a musical assuredness that juxtaposes phenomenally with the hardship and all-or-nothing rhetoric that the text presents.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Mark Ronson | Performed By: Lady Gaga | Musical: A Star Is Born

Intriguing themes of purpose and sense of self are stunningly explored in this climactic refrain from composers Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, who gather motifs from songs sung earlier in Disney's Frozen II narrative to a spirited and cyclical effect. The song's moment of catharsis as the veil is finally lifted off the mystery is pure choral majesty!

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Robert Lopez | Performed By: Idina Menzel

Like finally seeing a beloved, long-lost toy from your childhood again, the geniuses at Disney-Pixar have captured the sense of joy and wonder of what it means to have an imagination for an incredible fourth time in the long-running Toy Story franchise, and composer Randy Newman has been there every single step of the way. This essential and affectionate medley includes a taste of every installment: You've Got a Friend in Me, The Ballad of the Lonesome Cowboy, When She Loved Me and We Belong Together.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Randy Newman | Musical: Toy Story

Featuring an all-star songwriting match made in heaven, Alan Menken sets new lyrics by Broadway sensations Pasek & Paul into a poetic, powerful and long-overdue showcase for Princess Jasmine in the 2019 live-action film adaptation of Aladdin. Sung by Naomi Scott in the movie, this rousing arrangement will leave you breathless!

Arranger: Jacob Narverud | Composer: Alan Menken | Performed By: Naomi Scott | Musical: Aladdin

There was no greater live performance on the night of the 2020 Academy Awards ceremony than Cynthia Erivo's dynamic and compelling performance of Stand Up, the lead single from the soundtrack to the biographical film Harriet. Backed by a gospel choir, this song is ready to be performed across the nation, from choirs large to small, to further the message of abolitionist Harriet Tubman.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Joshuah Campbell | Performed By: Cynthia Erivo

Disney/Pixar's Elemental caught fire late in its release cycle due to positive word-of-mouth and beautiful animation. Aptly named, one of the best parts of the movie was the Thomas Newman and Lauv collaboration Steal the Show, which features a catchy musical motif and charming lyrics that push the story forward with a melodious love story.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Composer: Thomas Newman | Performed By: Lauv

Sometimes, older siblings have the world expected of them, no matter their feelings, schedule, or personal goals. This (literally) powerfully pop anthem from Disney's Encanto will deeply resonate with older siblings or anyone who has ever had to care for and protect a loved one!

Arranger: Jack Zaino | Composer: Lin-Manuel Miranda | Musical: Encanto

This is James Bond Medley you've been Die-ing for! This superlative nine-song choral medley features the best of the ongoing spy series' theme song catalog, from Adele to Shirley Bassey, from Paul McCartney & Wings to Duran Duran. As Ian Fleming's British Secret Service agent 007 approaches his landmark 25th film No Time to Die, don't miss this chance to celebrate the best of Bond... James Bond. Includes: James Bond Theme, The World is Not Enough, Skyfall, Goldfinger, Goldeneye, You Know My Name, A View to a Kill, Nobody Does It Better and Live and Let Die.

Arranger: Alan Billingsley | Performed By: Various Artists

In Disney's Encanto, Lin-Manuel Miranda's compositional trademark (an exposition-heavy, brilliantly-written opening number) is extremely rewarding to sing. Protagonist Mirabel proudly proclaims insight into the miracle-blessed Madrigal family, led by their severe yet well-meaning Abuela.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Lin-Manuel Miranda | Musical: Encanto

The soundtrack for this movie was #1 on the charts for 28 weeks matching The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. It continues to remain near the top of the charts, a true testament to the music and message from composers Pasek and Paul. Here is a well crafted medley of the movie's top songs: The Greatest Show, A Million Dreams, This Is Me and Come Alive.

Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: Ryan Lewis | Musical: The Greatest Showman

Since its initial release in 1994, Disney's The Lion King and its many sequels, TV shows, remakes and theatrical productions have firmly placed this beloved retelling of Shakespeare's Hamlet among the ranks of the Mouse House's best, deftly balancing humor, grief, joy and heart in an Elton John-composed and Hans Zimmer-scored cinematic treasure. Arranger Mark Brymer (also a Disney composer!), masterfully sets the best of the entire Lion King catalog in this brand new, completely fresh medley which includes: Can You Feel the Love Tonight, Circle of Life, Hakuna Matata, He Lives in You, Never Too Late, and Beyoncé's Spirit!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Tim Rice

In Disney's Frozen 2, now the highest-grossing animated film of all time, protagonist Anna reaches a point in which it seems that all hope is lost. Using the strength of her mentors and her own unshakable will, your choir can share Anna's emotional journey on the concert stage, culminating in a truly transformative crescendo of determination, one impassioned step at a time!

Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Composer: Robert Lopez

Have you ever lost something you loved? A toy, a book, a favorite memento? Leave it to Mary Poppins to tell you about the metaphorical space where the things you've lost and loved are waiting anxiously for your return. Not a dry eye will be left in your audience when it is revealed, at the end of the song, the thing for which the Banks children have been pining with all their hearts.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Marc Shaiman | Musical: Mary Poppins Returns

There's no greater feeling than when you're Top of the World! Shawn Mendes brings the message home in this musical-theater pop treat of a song that sees the clear way out from adversity and struggle. Inspiring!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Justin Paul

Just like the classic Step in Time 54 years prior, Trip a Little Light Fantastic reigns as the no-holds-barred, large-scale production number from the corresponding movie starring everyone's favorite British nanny. With lamplighters taking the stage in lieu of chimney-sweepers, the spirit of this song, which takes its name from an old phrase meaning to dance nimbly, is preserved in this rousing arrangement that shines brightly!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Scott Wittman | Musical: Mary Poppins Returns

The emotional crux of the film Encanto stems from the difficulty family matriarch Abuela suffered in her youth against her current-day perceived failure of keeping her household perfect, no matter the cost. Themes of loss, love and forgiveness are explored in this beautiful, tender and lyrically delicate song.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Composer: Lin-Manuel Miranda | Musical: Encanto

The breakout hit from the animated smash Encanto quenched a 29-year long wait for Disney on the Billboard Hot 100. Topping the charts for multiple weeks, this infinitely singable cautionary fable about the Madrigal family's mysterious uncle will have you singing for days!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Lin-Manuel Miranda | Musical: Encanto