NEW Contemporary A Cappella Wednesday, November 22, 2017
recommended by Jen Sper and Alissa Ruth, School Choral Music Specialists
Standing Outside the Fire arr. Bryan Sharpe
With changing choral textures supporting a soloist, the rhythmic drive of this Garth Brooks hit works perfectly for pop a cappella groups.
Try Everything arr. Paul Langford
Here is a happy a cappella setting of the upbeat song from the Disney animated film “Zootopia,” reminding us to “Don’t give up! Don’t give in!” A super concert feature, this positive message will give your singers encouragement to work hard and keep trying, no matter what.
Uptown Funk arr. Deke Sharon
Now available for a cappella groups in a fun arrangement, this #1 hit features an absolutely irresistible groove that your audiences will love!
I Lived arr. Deke Sharon
A Cappella groups will enjoy performing this song by OneRepublic, with an uplifting and universal message and all the energy and excitement of the original!
Jolene arr. Mark Brymer
In 2016 Dolly Parton and Pentatonix released a vocals-only version of Dolly’s famous 1973 hit, generating much interest. Choirs will enjoy performing this edition with optional rhythm section support or a cappella.
Light in the Hallway arr. Jacob Narverud
This tender, original ballad from pop a cappella superstars Pentatonix, is now available for SATBB choir! Close harmonies support the melody as it deftly weaves between voice parts. Beautifully shaped phrases lend themselves well to expressive singing.
Thinking Out Loud arr. Deke Sharon
Feature your best soloists with this 2015 chart-topper by Ed Sheeran. This a cappella setting has a heartwarming message that will captivate everyone!
Don’t miss the brand new resource A Cappella Warm Ups for Pop & Jazz Choirs as well – it’s full of GREAT information about teaching your singers to sing in all styles (classical/pop/jazz/Broadway/etc), as well as perfect warm ups for building skills in the areas of rhythm, tone, syllable production, intervals, dynamics, and more!
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About the Authors:
Jen Sper has been with Stanton’s since 2006. A former middle school and high school choral director, she holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Baldwin Wallace College Conservatory of Music. An active choral singer and accompanist throughout the Central Ohio area, she also enjoys good food, running (to counteract the good food…) and the Muppets.
Alissa Ruth began working at Stanton’s in the summer of 2016. She is a former middle and high school choir director and holds a Bachelor of Music in Education degree from Capital University. She is an active choral singer in the Columbus area, and spends her free time running, doing yoga, cooking, and watching Netflix.
