30/90 (from tick, tick... BOOM!) (arr. Roger Emerson): SAB Choral Octavo
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30/90 (from tick, tick... BOOM!) (arr. Roger Emerson): SAB Choral Octavo

By Jonathan Larson / Arranged by Roger Emerson

Item: 35-DS01036944
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 18
SKU: 35-DS01036944

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About the Composer: Jonathan Larson

Jonathan Larson (1960-1996) created tick, tick... BOOM! as a semi-autobiographical musical about ambition, mortality, and the struggle to create meaningful art before time runs out. His work bridged contemporary musical theater with rock and pop sensibilities, earning him a Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Rent, which premiered off-Broadway shortly after his death. Larson's influence on music education extends beyond Broadway; his scores challenge singers to navigate contemporary harmonic language and deeply personal storytelling.

Why we love this

Emerson's SAB arrangement opens this introspective number to three-part mixed choirs without sacrificing the song's emotional weight or contemporary edge. The accessible voicing doesn't simplify Larson's harmonic vocabulary, giving students exposure to real musical theater writing that feels modern and urgent rather than nostalgic.

What to expect

Urgent and vulnerable, 30/90 captures the anxiety of watching time slip away while still holding hope. The harmonic language feels current without being dated, and the song's reflective quality invites singers to connect emotionally with material that asks real questions about legacy and purpose.

Who it's for

This arrangement serves choirs looking for contemporary musical theater that challenges young voices without requiring extensive four-part harmony. Directors programming modern repertoire alongside classical works will find 30/90 anchors a concert around meaningful storytelling.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the soloists carefully against the ensemble lines; these moments work best when individual voices cut through rather than blend into the texture.
  • Shape the phrasing around the emotional arc of the lyrics rather than strict bar lines, allowing for natural breathing spaces that echo conversational speech.
  • Explore dynamic contrast between sections to highlight the song's introspective questions and moments of realization.
  • Work the harmonic tension in your rehearsals by having students sing alternate voicings so they understand how each part supports the overall sound.

How to use it

Pair this with other contemporary pieces to create a concert section exploring identity and time, or use it as an encore that shifts the emotional temperature of your program. Its introspective nature works well as a closing number that leaves audiences thinking rather than energized.

Skills your students will build

  • Navigating contemporary harmonic language and unexpected chord progressions
  • Balancing solo passages with ensemble support
  • Phrasing based on lyrical content rather than mechanical rhythm
  • Singing with emotional authenticity in material addressing mature themes

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