SKU: A0.1032091

This arrangement was commissioned for, and premiered by, Voices Co. Pop A Cappella Academy, with an ensemble of 20 voices. It is versatile and catchy, and has also been performed by our Vocal Bands with one voice per part, as well as our Kids A Cappella class.

This arrangement has a gospel vibe (complete with a shout chorus), but with the groove of the original track provided by the addition of rhythm and bass.

VOCAL LAYOUT:

The melody, or lead line, is divided amongst the vocal parts to give variety. The B.G (background) parts replicate the instrumental accompaniment of the original track, filling out the arrangement and creating the contemporary texture that is at the heart of Pop A Cappella. When it's performed, it should be heavy on the rhythm and bass! The Rhythm (Beatbox) and Bass should be a feature, and they provide the arrangement with the groove and vibe it needs.

The dynamics give an indication which vocal parts should be strongest at any given moment, but changes may need to be made depending on the number / balance of singers, and the strengths of each vocal section. As a general rule, the melody or lead should be strongest, followed by any harmony parts (those with lyrics), followed by any background parts (Mmm's / Dmm's, etc).

The full arrangement is scored for SATB including clicking, clapping and Vocal Percussion (beatboxing). The song also works as SAT and could be transposed into a higher key to be delivered by a treble ensemble.

RHYTHM & BASS:

This Beatboxing part is suitable for beginners, and is made up of groupings of patterns. Specific Beatboxing notes are included in their own section within the Beatboxing score.

If your ensemble is without a low bass or a beatboxer you could consider the following options.

- Use electric bass guitar playing the bass part

- Use a drum kit or drum box (Cajon)

- Use a piano to provide some simple background accompaniment

Always click and clap on the off beats (2 and 4).

PERSONAL ASSISTANCE:

If you need any assistance please don't hesitate to get in touch with us directly, we'd be happy to reply to any questions via email, or you can also book in a 1:1 consultation between your M.D and Julian Hay, or a Zoom workshop with your ensemble for specific feedback:

E.  hello@voicesco.nz

W.  www.voicesco.nz

SKU: A0.935142

This is the flute part from an intermediate arrangement of La La La by Naughty Boy, feat. Sam Smith for flute and classical guitar. Although scored for duet, the flute part takes the melodies throughout so works on it's own.

The flute & guitar score and parts are available separately.

Follow the link to a full performance on YouTube, or contact me directly for further information at simon@dawsonmusic.co.uk.
www.dawsonmusic.co.uk.

SKU: A0.1340867

An uplifting and inspiring pop anthem released by Emili Sande and Naughty Boy in 2012, arranged for SATB with piano accompaniment. This is a joyful and empoweing song to perform!

SKU: HX.311294

SKU: A0.1221808

SKU: A0.480118

SKU: A0.836431

This is an easy to intermediate arrangement best suited for Diatonic African Marimbas in C but can be adapted for various Orff ensembles. The arrangement is tried and successfully tested at various primary and high school level marimba bands in South Africa. The harmony and bass parts are graded as the piece progresses and if need be the parts can remain in simple form throughout the piece if that is where your students level is. For more information or arrangements please emails me on bradley@marimbaworkshop.co.za I would love to hear this arrangement being performed by your marimba band!

SKU: A0.480117

SKU: A0.1404944