SKU: A0.961298

HARPSONGS was written for SSA chorus to be accompanied by brass quintet and one percussion player. It was written for the Mississippi Girlchoir. The Sacred Harp hymn texts are set to new, original music. The vocal score provides a piano accompaniment for rehearsal or possible performance with piano. This music is fun for both the performers and the audience. Suitable for high school level choirs and higher. Brass parts will require intermediate to advanced players.

SKU: A0.956079

Written on the Sound and Music Summer School in 2013, and premiered there by Juice Vocal Ensemble + MaJiKer.

SKU: A0.1279417

This arrangement was commissioned for, and premiered by, Voices Co. Pop A Cappella Academy, for one of our Junior Ensembles. It is fun and catchy and features a Vocal Percussion part (Beatboxing).

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. The Vocal Percussion (Beatboxing) should be a feature, and they provide the arrangement with much of 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).

RHYTHM & BASS:

This Beatboxing part is suitable for medium level vocal percussionists, and is made up of groupings of patterns. Specific Beatboxing notes are included in their own section.

If your ensemble is without a lower voice 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

If using clicks or claps, do so 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: A0.1450944

A fun version of the Stevie classic for choir accompanied by piano, bass, and drums. Includes an a cappella section, vocal percussion, and and a jam section for instrumental or vocal solos.

Demo by Matt Falker. Voicings available: SATB, SAB, SSA

Included: vocal score, written piano part, combined bass/drum part
Part tracks and backing track available at anchormusic.com.

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SKU: A0.1450943

A fun version of the Stevie classic for choir accompanied by piano, bass, and drums. Includes an a cappella section, vocal percussion, and and a jam section for instrumental or vocal solos.

Demo by Matt Falker. Voicings available: SATB, SAB, SSA

Included: vocal score, written piano part, combined bass/drum part
Part tracks and backing track available at anchormusic.com.

Get all the latest vocal jazz releases at anchormusic.com!
facebook.com/anchormusicpub -- soundcloud.com/ampjazz -- vocaljazzacademy.com.

SKU: A0.1327304

Based on the House Jacks version on the album Drive this hypnotising arrangement is for Soprano, Alto, Baritone/Bass, and a lead vocalist plus optional vocal percussion.

SKU: A0.1329637

This is a straight-ahead, faithful SABB a cappella rendition of Ain't No Sunshine. Optional SA divisi at the end. Upper Bass part can also be omitted as needed. The lower Bass part could also selectively be raised an octave; in those sections, the upper Bass part should be omitted. A vocal percussionist or drummer could take the place of the stomp-claps.

Performance time 2:06.

SKU: A0.1431351

Sopranos and Altos will have fun rehearsing and performing this arrangement, and it will increase the already-cool factor of a choral concert program.  Adding a vocal percussionist or a cajon will bring rhythmic vibrancy.