Singing Valentines for Choir Wednesday, January 05, 2022
Looking for a fun fundraiser for your choral program? Consider Singing Valentines! Sing around your school or community, or record Valentine’s messages for sharing online. Here are some adorable song suggestions to get you started:
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recommended by Jen Sper and Lora Moore, School Choral Music Specialists
My Girl arr. Rob Campbell, SATB a cappella
A perennial Motown classic for quartets, this finger-snappin’ standard is always fun to perform. The signature song and #1 hit by the Temptations is on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time at #88, the Grammy Hall of Fame, and the National Recording Registry for its significance. Enjoy this favorite song with your quartet or ensemble in this a cappella barbershop arrangement. Also available for TTBB.
Can You Feel the Love Tonight (from The Lion King) arr. Mark Brymer, SATB a cappella (optional piano & rhythm)
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.
Side by Side arr. Tom Gentry, SATB a cappella
This American standard, penned in 1927 by composer Harry Woods, has been recorded countless times and featured on both the small and big screens. An enduring favorite, groups just love to sing these lyrics of togetherness: “Oh, we ain’t got a barrel of money, maybe we’re ragged and funny, but we’ll travel along, singin’ a song, side by side.” Also available for SSAA and TTBB.
Higher and Higher (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) arr. Kirby Shaw, SATB a cappella
A bona fide hit that ranks among Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, this undeniably happy tune is also in the GRAMMY Hall of Fame. Having been recorded by popular artists in nearly every decade since the 1960s, the song truly stands the test of time. A cappella groups will love Kirby Shaw’s accessible treatment, with driving rhythms and bright choral sonorities to spare. Also available for SSAA.
Still the One arr. Deke Sharon & Scott Harris, SATB a cappella
“You are still the one that makes me shout, still the one that I dream about. We’re still having fun, and you’re still the one.” This 1976 pop hit from Orleans has enjoyed a long life in TV commercials and has become a jingle that everyone recognizes. This modern arrangement has plenty of a cappella pop bells and whistles and will be a blast for quartets or ensembles to perform. Also available for SSAA and TTBB.
Wannabe (As an English Madrigal) arr. Nathan Howe, SATB a cappella
The Spice Girls released this dance-pop song as their debut single and it has become one of the most recognizable pop songs of the 1990s. Nathan Howe continues his arranging genius with this follow-up to his top-seller, “All Star (As an English Madrigal)!” What another fun way to teach this genre and sure to be a hit for your audience.
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About the Authors:
Jen Sper is a Choral Music Specialist here at Stanton’s Sheet Music. A native of Cincinnati, she holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Baldwin Wallace College (now University) Conservatory of Music, and taught 7-12 choir, music theory, class piano, and drama in Southern Ohio before joining the Stanton’s team in 2006. An active choral singer and accompanist throughout the Central Ohio area, Jen can also often be found exploring the exciting restaurant, brewery, and theater scenes in Columbus, wandering through the local metro parks, visiting family around the Great Lakes, or at home with her very friendly cat.
Lora Moore joined the Stanton’s choral staff in July 2018. A former middle school and high school director of 32 years and a former church choir director of 20 years, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Choral Music from Capital University and a Master’s of Arts in Choral Music from The Ohio State University. During the off hours, Lora enjoys scouting out new day trips in Ohio to balance what her budget allows for her frequent trips to New York City to visit family and take in a Broadway show or two!