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Review: Adele sings the James Bond movie theme song "Skyfall" to perfection. Dark, moody and rich with sound, this arrangement captures it all and creates the 007 atmosphere for your next performance. "When We Were Young" - Adeles album 25 is overflowing with beautiful, dramatic music, including this soulful ballad that expresses the pain of lost love. This will be a powerful choral showcase that will connect with every audience! "Water Under the Bridge" - Adele has broken all records with her new album 25 and this single exceeds all expectations with a light island feel over the inviting synth pop groove. Singers will love performing this mesmerizing hit in concert! "Easy on Me" - Adele is back with a passionate ballad that has resonated strongly in our hearts. The simplicity of voice and piano with light rhythmic touches is reflected in this choral arrangement and the accompanying track and rhythm section parts. Give your singers a chance to shine with this beloved melody.
Songlist: Skyfall, When We Were Young, Water Under the Bridge, Easy on Me
Review: "Lovely" - Here is a song from Billie Eilish with soulful vocals, heart-rending strings and a totally atmospheric production. Perfectly suited for choral singing, this is a stylish rendering of a lovely pop song. "No Time to Die" - 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! "When the Party's Over" - With a sweep of five major awards at the 2020 Grammy Awards, Billie Eilish all but announced that she was here to stay as a musical force to be reckoned with. The youngest artist ever to win Album of the Year, Eilish and her producer/brother Finneas performed this aching ballad live to 18.7 million viewers.
Songlist: Lovely, No Time to Die, When the Party's Over
Review: "You don't know what you've got 'til it's gone." Joni Mitchell's hit song "Big Yellow Taxi" from 1970 gets a fresh, hip treatment in this cool Greg Gilpin arrangement. "The Circle Game" - Originally created for Vancouver's Elektra, this concert arrangement features a soloist as it weaves the melody through every section in the ensemble. Multiple key changes add to the musicality of this delightful setting of a Joni Mitchell favorite. "Both Sides Now" - Recorded and performed by more than fifty artists in the fifty-plus years since its initial release, this Joni Mitchell song has become an enduring meditation on the shifting perspective that comes with time. The melody passes generously from part to part across a shimmering palette of choral harmonies. John Leavitt provides a piano accompaniment that adds texture and color while fully supporting the voices.
Songlist: Big Yellow Taxi, The Circle Game, Both Sides Now
Review: "Perfect Illusion" - Lady Gaga explodes on the charts with this rock-oriented dance tune. With pulsing, guitar driven verses and powerful vocals, this is a can't-miss song for show choirs and other choreographed performances. "Million Reasons" - After all of the wild costumes, crazy hair and over the top antics, Lady Gaga has proven herself to be an excellent singer and a fine musician. This power ballad draws out emotions and dynamics and will make a big statement in your program. You've given me a million reasons to go, but I just need one good one to stay. "I'll Never Love Again" - 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.
Songlist: Applause, Perfect Illusion, Million Reasons, I'll Never Love Again, Perfect Illusion
Review: "Red" - Soaring up both the pop and country charts, Taylor Swift continues to amaze! Great lead vocals and awesome triadic harmonies make this a super choice for SSA pop and show groups who want to make an impact! "Beautiful Ghosts" - 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. "Only the Young" - The 2020 Netflix documentary Miss Americana, chronicling several years of superstar Taylor Swift's personal and public life, received rave reviews when it debuted in 2020. This song, which plays over the end credits of the film, was praised for raising awareness of the prevalence of gun violence in America. "Invisible String" - From Taylor Swift's mid-pandemic release folklore comes this tale of an unbeknownst pull of two souls in space and time, long before they've met. Thematically dense yet dreamily clear and precise, this is Swift at her finest, and Snyder's arrangement captures the effortless pop hooks with ease.
Songlist: Red, Beautiful Ghosts, Only the Young, Invisible String
Review: Adele is currently the most acclaimed female singer of the era and her songs are hits worldwide. Have your choir singing the latest hit music. Adele returned to the pop charts in spectacular style, breaking records and achieving tremendous commercial success. This soulful piano ballad evokes themes of nostalgia and reflection for a wonderful choral showcase for choirs of all ages and levels.From her second album 21 and also performed by Gwyneth Paltrow on Glee "Turning Tables" has a piano accompaniment that is almost classical in approach, the reflective vocals express emotion of deep melancholy tinged with hopefulness. "Someone Like You" opens with a single voice on the opening verse, the vocal textures gradually build into a full-voiced chorus that expresses the emotional message of the song. Ideal for all types of choral ensembles! "Rolling in the Deep" can be performed a cappella, as in the GLEE version, or with the bluesy, soulful accompaniment. The all-girl Troubletones sing a phenomenal mash-up of two Adele hits in Season Three. Alternating between the aggressive "Rumour Has It" and a more accepting "Someone Like You," this epic pairing offers solo opportunities and powerful vocal backups. A fantastic SSA feature!
Songlist: Turning Tables, Someone Like You, Rolling In The Deep, Rumour Has It / Someone Like You, Hello
Review: Sing the songs of the Queen of Soul! "Respect" - You'll bring down the house with this high-powered sizzler! The 1967 #1 hit by Aretha Franklin is a great showcase for a special soloist. "Think" - This is one of Aretha's iconic songs and always listed as one of the greatest pop & R&B songs of all time. This arrangement stays true to the style and allows your students a chance to dig into this important style. "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" - Carole King wrote it and Aretha Franklin first recorded it - that is what we call pop music royalty. This song has been covered by other female singers who fall into the pop music royalty category including Celine Dion, Gloria Estefan, and Mary J. Blige. Now its time for your women to take ownership of this R&B classic and experience the power of this great song.
Songlist: Respect, Queen of Soul (A Salute to Aretha Franklin), Think, (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman
Review: "Listen" - From the hit movie Dreamgirls, this Beyonce ballad captures the power and the emotion portrayed in the film. A super choice for graduation or any program! "Rise Up" - Be who you are is the uplifting message of this song by Beyoncé from the soundtrack to the film Epic. An inspirational selection for choirs of all levels! "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" - This number 1 hit by Beyonce was certified quadruple platinum with its infectious dance-pop groove and inspiring a worldwide dance craze. This setting is accessible and will be fun for girls' groups of all ages! "Spirit" - In addition to providing the voice of lioness Nala in the 2019 live action remake of Disney's The Lion King, Beyoncé created an anthem perfectly situated for choral singing--a collective, full-throated pop/gospel appreciation of the resilience of the human (and animal) spirit!
Songlist: Listen, Rise Up, Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It), Spirit (from The Lion King 2019)
Review: "Will You Love Me Tomorrow?" - This ballad takes on a whole new meaning when seen in the context of Beautiful - The Carole King Musical, the Broadway musical chronicling her life and early career. The song has been recorded by many artists, including this 1972 version by Roberta Flack. Poignant and touching! "Where You Lead" - This classic has found a new audience through the television series Gilmore Girls. Quickly learned, this arrangement will be a favorite. "You've Got a Friend" - the classic hit from 1971 offers a universal message of hope and reassurance. Recently included in the Broadway musical Beautiful, this is a wonderful feel-good song for choirs of all types and many concert occasions! "I Feel The Earth Move" - One of rock's most iconic women's songs, this pulsing, rhythmic arrangement incorporates elements of doo-wop and contemporary a cappella beneath a barn-burning solo. Vocal or other percussion optional. "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" - Now its time for your women to take ownership of this R&B classic and experience the power of this great song.
Songlist: Will You Love Me Tomorrow?, Where You Lead, You've Got a Friend, I Feel The Earth Move, (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman
Review: Ever Ever After - "Storybook endings, fairy tales coming true" - this song from the Disney film Enchanted as performed by Carrie Underwood makes us all believe it could be so! A great choice for pop and groups alike, your singers will want to sing it again and again. All-American Girl was a hit on both the Billboard Country and Hot 100 charts this endearing song tells the story of a "sweet little beautiful, wonderful, perfect All-American Girl" and makes a wonderful feature for end-of-the-year programs! Inside Your Heaven - For the first time in history the same song, recorded by a different artist, succeeded itself at the top of the charts. American Idol's Carrie Underwood and Bo Bice shared in that success with this recent hit. Piano accompaniment.
Songlist: All-American Girl, So Small, Inside Your Heaven, Ever Ever After
Review: "My Heart Will Go On" - Celine Dion's powerhouse love theme from the blockbuster movie Titanic says it all! "Taking Chances" - The first single and title track from Celine Dion's 2007 album, this powerful song is a celebration of life and love. Ideal for graduation and many other concert programs, your choir will shine! "To Love You More" - This 1998 hit by Celine Dion was memorably covered by Lea Michele on Glee in a powerful rendition that explored the depth of the emotional lyrics. This selection offers challenges and rewards for pop, jazz, show and concert choirs looking to create a touching concert moment! Ideal for Valentine's Day, prom or other romantic occasions!
Songlist: My Heart Will Go On, Taking Chances, To Love You More
Review: "Reflection" - This memorable pop ballad performed by Christina Aguliera for the acclaimed Disney movie Mulan offers an exceptional message for young performers in a superb choral setting by Mac Huff. "The Voice Within" - This beautiful piano-driven ballad by Christina Aguilera encourages us to trust the voice within. This positive message will inspire teen singers at a challenging time in their lives and provide an emotional moment in concert! "Beautiful" - We are beautiful in ev'ry single way. Words won't bring us down. This moving anthem of self-respect flew to the top of the charts. Perfect for mixed or women's groups this arrangement will cause a moment of reflection for both performers and listeners. "Loyal Brave True" - Christina Aguilera's Reflection from 1998's animated feature Mulan gets a worthy and fitting musical counterpart in the 2020 live-action remake of the ancient Chinese folk story. With themes of honor, bravery and family, this original song is full of power and meaning.
Songlist: Reflection, The Voice Within, Beautiful, Loyal Brave True
Review: American Idol was the television hit of the summer. The winner, Kelly Clarkson, rocketed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 with the hit "A Moment Like This". Beautifully arranged for choir, this moment will capture your audience's heart! The power ballad "Behind These Hazel Eyes" taps into all the angst and intensity of young love. A great showcase for SSA choirs, it retains all the emotion of the original recording. Alan Billingsley captures all the excitement of the original in this appealing arrangement of "Breakaway" from The Princess Diaries 2.
Songlist: Breakaway, Behind These Hazel Eyes, A Moment Like This, Since U Been Gone
Review: The chart-topping Lady Gaga song "Born This Way" is a powerful and dramatic anthem of inclusiveness and affirmation! Featured in the Season 2 GLEE episode of the same name, it opens with an energetic dance-pop groove, building into the full-voiced chorus, "I'm on the right track baby, I was born this way!" From the opening episode of Glee Season 2, Rachel and Sunshine cover Lady Gaga and Beyonce's standout pop single "Telephone". The mini-diva duel will make an awesome SSA feature that girls' choirs will love to perform! "The Edge of Glory" - Show and pop choirs will make a tremendous impact in this chart-topping powerhouse with its thumping bass and irresistible dance/pop groove! A fantastic choreography showcase! Piano accompanied.
Songlist: Telephone, Born This Way, The Edge of Glory
Review: "When Will I Be Loved" - Originally recorded by the Everly Brothers and made an even bigger hit by Linda Ronstadt (#2, 1975), this gutsy girls' tune will be a super showcase for your SSA group. "Blue Bayou" - Linda Ronstadt flew to number three on the charts with this Roy Orbison hit. Feature a soloist or your soprano section in this relaxed arrangement by Mac Huff. "Tracks of My Tears" - Smokey Robinson and the Miracles first introduced this pop-hit in 1965 and Linda Ronstadt had a huge hit with it in 1975 followed by numerous singers thereafter. It's a soulful, laid-back arrangement that works well for women's groups. "It's So Easy" - 10-time Grammy Award-winning singer Linda Ronstadt has performed it all: rock, country, opera, jazz and Latin. This Buddy Holly-penned single Ronstadt released at the height of her career in 1977 will easily sit with a choir looking for a country rock staple that sings with ease!
Songlist: When Will I Be Loved, Blue Bayou, Tracks of My Tears, It's So Easy
Review: With her second chart hit "Lips Are Movin", Meghan Trainor proves she is not a one hit wonder! This hysterical take on cheating boyfriends can't miss! If your lips are moving, you're lyin', lyin', lyin'! "Dear Future Husband" - Pop sensation Meghan Trainor throws back to a nostalgic style for these how to be a classy guy instructions. A super showcase for SSA groups! "Like I'm Gonna Lose You" - Meghan Trainor and John Legend combine their considerable vocal talents in this ballad that urges us to not take those we love for granted. The classic jazz feel broadens the appeal to a wider audience and transfers beautifully to a soulful choral setting. "All About That Bass" - The debut #1 hit from American artist Meghan Trainor celebrates a healthy self-image with a unique groove and infectious feel-good vocals! The PG lyrics are aimed at helping everyone view themselves in a positive light.
Songlist: Lips Are Movin, Dear Future Husband, Like I'm Gonna Lose You, All About That Bass
Review: "The Climb" - This Miley Cyrus tune made its way to the Billboard Hot 100 Chart. Easily learned, it will be a fantastic selection for graduation and all kinds of other pop programs! "Party in the U.S.A.' - Featuring a totally irresistible hook, this song by Miley Cyrus soared to the top of the Hot 100 and will energize every concert. A super choreography feature for choirs of all ages! "Malibu" - Here is a guitar driven pop song from pop icon Miley Cyrus. In a musical style that celebrates the new direction in her life and in her music she says I'm giving the world a hug and saying, Hey, look. We're good--I love you. And I hope that you can love me back A beautiful message for your singers to express.
Songlist: The Climb, Party in the U.S.A., Malibu
Review: "Don't Stop the Music" - From the popular movie Pitch Perfect, this irresistible a cappella vocal arrangement of the chart hit by Rihanna is unstoppable! "Stay" - Rihanna's expressive ballad with Mikky Ekko about the give and take of a relationship is both honest and heartfelt and soared up the charts in 2013. With its simple piano underlay, the song translates beautifully into a choral setting for mixed or treble groups who will love performing it!
Songlist: Don't Stop the Music, Stay, Fly/I Believe I Can Fly
Review: "Brave" - Celebrating the power of the human spirit and the connections between us, this contemporary pop anthem by Sara Bareilles encourages people to speak up and advocate for themselves. She wrote, there's so much honor and integrity and beauty in being able to be who you are, (and) it's important to be brave because by doing that you also give others permission to do the same. "Love Song" - This jazz/pop hit by soulful songwriter Sara Bareilles soared to the top of the Billboard charts and will showcase your singers at their best. "Winter Song" - This haunting song by Sara Bareilles and Ingrid Michaelson is a poetic reflection on the winter landscape and longing for love, with layered vocals and a rich harmonic underpinning. A starkly beautiful choice for winter programs and pop, jazz and concert ensembles. "Armor" - From Sara Bareilles' 2019 album Amidst the Chaos, here is an artful arrangement of this female-empowerment anthem. A solid rock back beat along with a gospel style piano part create a strong anthem for your women. "A Safe Place To Land" - This powerful and poignant ballad was written in response to the immigrant crisis which gripped the United States in 2018. Masterfully arranged by Mac for concert choirs. The a cappella opening sets the stage for a powerful choral ballad and sets up the important lyrics.
Songlist: Brave, Love Song, Winter Song, Armor, A Safe Place To Land
Review: "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" - Your girls will love the sassy, conversational tone of this top Taylor Swift hit that identifies all the emotions that come into play in a break up/make up relationship with an unreliable boyfriend! Super fun and great for choreography! "Shake It Off" - Players gonna play, haters gonna hate, but I'm just gonna shake it off! Taylor Swift's irresistible #1 hit is pure pop delight! "Blank Space" - In Taylor Swift's second #1 hit from her fifth album, she seeks new love in a powerful new voice. Interesting vocal effects make this a great selection for pop and show groups. "I Knew You Were Trouble" - This chart-climbing track off Taylor Swift's album Red is said to be one of her favorites. It tells the story of being frustrated with yourself for having a broken heart over a person you knew was wrong for you from the beginning. Great story-telling with a pop-rock feel mixed with just a thin line of country - your choirs will love it!
Songlist: We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, Shake It Off, Blank Space, I Knew You Were Trouble
Review: Teen pop star Taylor Swift has evolved into very much the young artist by crossing genres with ease! Featuring a happy pop backbeat, "You Belong with Me" climbed to the top of the Hot 100, Country and AC charts. "Love Story" is a charming Romeo and Juliet story told through music and the catchy "Mine" was country pop hit. Her chart hit from 2011 "Mean" celebrates the underdog and the dreamer, and helps those who may be bullied understand that "it gets better" while imagining the bully will someday receive comeuppance! With its sweet country harmonies and sassy lyrics, this easily-learned song will be an entertaining addition to your program! Piano accompanied.
Songlist: You Belong with Me, Mine, Love Story, Mean, Today Was a Fairytale
Review: Don't be afraid to let your true colors show! A message that all of us need to hear. These iconic songs by pop/rock legend Cyndi Lauper are timeless. A modern classic, the ballad "Time After Time" is in a tasty a cappella setting that is perfect for all choirs: pop, jazz and concert! Celebrate the awesome '80s with Cyndi's hit "irls Just Want to Have Fun" and develop some great a cappella singing skills at the same time!
Songlist: Girls Just Want to Have Fun, Time After Time, True Colors
Review: "Roar' - Katy Perry's pop hit soared up the charts, achieving #1 on the Hot 100 with an affirming message of strength and inspiration. Showcase your pop group with this fantastic confidence builder! "Firework" - Katy Perry's pop hit exploded up the charts and has shown incredible staying power with its inspirational message of everyone's intrinsic worth. A wonderful showcase for pop and show groups of all levels, your audience will thrill with the powerful lyrics: You gotta ignite the light and let it shine. Just own the night like the Fourth of July. "Rise" - This single by Katy Perry was written for the 2016 NBC Olympics coverage in Rio de Janeiro, with an epic sound inspiring us to come together with the resolve to be the best we can be. A fabulous message for choirs of all types! "Chained to the Rhythm" - Katy Perry's disco infused new pop tune warns us of the dangers of living in a bubble and blissfully ignoring the dangers of unquestioning conformity. Along with Skip Marley--grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley--they offer enlightening lines about the importance of human interaction and people power. These are important themes for your students in this time where digital media and cell phones can replace actual human contact.
Songlist: Roar, Firework, Rise, Chained to the Rhythm, Never Really Over
Review: The Sarah McLachlan hit "Angel", featured in the movie soundtrack from City of Angels, offers a gentle pop groove and is easily learned. "graduatyion" - Originally recorded by Sarah McLachlan in 1995, the 1999 live recording was the main theme of the motion picture The Brothers McMullen. With its gentle pop groove and message, it will be a great choral showcase for spring concert and graduation. "When She Loved Me" - The tender love song from Toy Story 2 performed by Sarah McLachlan, portrays the emotions felt by the cowgirl doll Jessie when abandoned by her owner.
Songlist: Angel, I Will Remember You, When She Loved Me
Review: Quite possibly the best girl group ever. "You Can't Hurry Love" Mac Huff captures all the style and appeal of the era in this exciting arrangement of the 1966 #1 hit by the Supremes. "You Keep Me Hangin' On" - This contemporary treatment of the 1966 #1 pop hit by the Supremes (and #1 in 1987 by Kim Wilde) really cooks! "Someday We'll Be Together" - Number 1 in 1969, this was the final release by the Supremes featuring Diana Ross. Quickly-learned, it's a great feature for a small ensemble or your full group. "Stop! In the Name of Love" - This 1965 #1 hit by the Supremes will be #1 with your girls' group, too! Super dance feature!
Songlist: You Keep Me Hangin' On, You Can't Hurry Love, Baby, I'm in Love, Someday We'll Be Together, Stop! In the Name of Love
Review: The girl groups who at their peak of their popularity in the 50's and 60's and these medleys feature some of the best songs of the era. Your girls will enjoy getting into the swing with these classics
Songlist: Twistin' at the Hop, Big Girls Don't Cry (Medley), It's My Party Medley, The Best of the Girl Groups (Medley), Sugartime (Medley)
Review: Celebrate the artistry of Whitney Houston in this collection of her greatest hits. "I Will Always Love Whitney" - This short medley of three of her greatest hits! One of the world's most successful musical superstars, she sold over 170 million albums with a unique crossover appeal that transcended style and genre. "How Will I Know" - Whitney's #1 pop hit from 1986 makes a fantastic feature for girls' pop groups. A winner! "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" - The Glee cast explores a more spiritual side of life in the episode from Season 1 with this uplifting song originally recorded by Whitney Houston. Powerful gospel harmonies and solo opportunities make this an excellent choice for concert performance or worship!
Songlist: I Will Always Love You, How Will I Know, I Look to You, I Wanna Dance with Somebody, I Will Always Love Whitney
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