Here Comes the Sun: New Pops for MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR Monday, December 08, 2025
recommended by Jen Sper, School Choral Music Specialist
Here Comes the Sun arr. Matt & Adam Podd, SAB with piano
A fresh, artistic take on this Beatles hit, now available as an accessible yet musically satisfying arrangement for developing choirs. A reimagined harmonic structure makes way for text painting and a cinematic feeling that never loses the sunny and hopeful appeal of this iconic tune.
Spread a Little Happiness arr. Mac Huff, 3-part mixed with piano
Ideal for beginning jazz choirs, this arrangement of the 1929 swing song encourages one and all to care for others even when days are difficult. The swing feel provides a happy-go-lucky style highlighting the song’s positive message.
Birds of a Feather arr. Mark Brymer, 3-part mixed with optional rhythm
This song by creative duo Billie Eilish and Finneas O’ Connell is about sticking with friends through thick and thin and will be a sentimental addition to any concert program. With catchy lyrics and melodies, singers of all ages will enjoy singing this earworm.
A Little Bit of Love arr. Roger Emerson, 3-part mixed with piano and optional rhythm
Pairing a bright, energetic pop-rock melody with heartfelt, uplifting lyrics, Weezer’s hit “A Little Bit of Love” offers a hearty dose of the positivity and encouragement we all need to help us overcome life’s challenges. Deftly translated to the choral idiom by Roger Emerson, this is one of those songs your choir just won’t be able to stop singing.
Go the Distance/Defying Gravity arr. Roger Emerson, SAB with piano and optional rhythm
This mashup of choral music powerhouse numbers from “Hercules” and “Wicked” will simply blow you away! A match made in heaven (or, Oz) pairs Hercules and Elphaba’s signature songs into one glorious, musical firework!
A Beautiful Noise arr. Audrey Snyder, 2-part with piano
Alicia Keys said, “Everyone has the power to make beautiful noise and to lift others up with their voice.” This heartfelt message speaks powerful truths in the ballad, “A Beautiful Noise,” performed by Alicia Keys and Brandi Carlile. This arrangement by Audrey Snyder has been specially crafted for with young singers in mind.
Hey, Good Lookin’ arr. Greg Gilpin, 2-part with piano and optional kitchen utensils and rhythm
Inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2001, this Hank Williams song from 1951 has been a favorite and covered by a variety of artists including Dolly Parton and Pee Wee Herman! The addition of playing kitchen utensils really sets off the text of “let’s get cookin’” and adds humor and fun to the idea of having found your perfect person. Adorable to learn, perform and even stage!
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About the Author:
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.