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A Rock & Roll Hit Parade (Revue): Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

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A Rock & Roll Hit Parade (Revue): Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

A Rock & Roll Hit Parade (Revue): Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Arr. Teena Chinn

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The Beatles, Beach Boys, Everly Brothers, Paul Anka, Ritchie Valens, Dion, and Little Richard were but a few of the superstars whose hits defined the '50s and '60s. Now you can recreate the golden era of rock and roll with this 17 song, 15 minute choral revue. Titles include: 'Shout,' 'When Will I Be Loved,' 'My Special Angel,' 'Twist and Shout,' 'Cathy's Clown,' 'The Wanderer,' 'Why Do Fools Fall in Love,' 'Barbara Ann,' 'Diana,' 'You're Sixteen,' 'Traces,' 'Runaround Sue,' 'Donna,' 'Teen Angel,' 'La Bamba,' 'Tossin' and Turnin',' and 'Good Golly Miss Molly.' Use the pre-recorded accompaniment track to add that original rock and roll flavor! Don't miss this one!

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Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 1
UPC: 029156918700
SKU: 00-CM9883CD

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Why we love this

Chinn assembles 17 genuine rock and roll classics into a cohesive 15-minute revue that feels like a greatest-hits concert, not a medley. The included SoundTrax accompaniment captures the authentic energy of the original recordings, letting your singers focus on nailing the vocal arrangements without asking your accompanist to recreate decades-old production. This is the rare revue that works equally well as a concert closer that sends an audience home smiling or as an educational window into how these era-defining songs are constructed.

What to expect

Pure joy and nostalgia wrapped in tight vocal arrangements. The combination of familiar melodies and the authentic groove of the SoundTrax track transports singers and listeners back to the golden age of rock and roll, complete with the swagger and energy that made these songs timeless. It feels like being part of a celebration, not a presentation.

Who it's for

Choirs at the middle school, high school, or community level who want to perform recognizable hits without requiring soloists, complex choreography, or instrumental accompaniment beyond what a CD player provides. Directors seeking a repertoire piece that builds vocal confidence through songs students and audiences already know and love.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock the vocal rhythm section (bass and drums from the SoundTrax track) before rehearsing melody and harmony parts. The pocket matters more in rock and roll than in most classical repertoire.
  • Encourage rhythmic snap and articulation in faster passages like 'Shout' and 'Good Golly Miss Molly.' Rock and roll lives in the attack, not the sustain.
  • Balance soloists and featured singers against the full choir during transitions between songs. The SoundTrax may favor certain voices, so rehearse your mix independently first.
  • Run through the full 15-minute arc in rehearsal at least once before performance. The pacing and energy curve across 17 songs requires stamina and ensemble cohesion.

How to use it

Program this as a spring concert finale or end-of-year celebration. The 15-minute length fits naturally after more formal works and gives audiences permission to relax and enjoy themselves. It also works well as a standalone cabaret-style event or as the entertainment centerpiece of a fundraiser where the familiar repertoire draws a broad audience.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing syncopated rhythms and rock-influenced phrasing
  • Maintaining rhythmic precision over recorded accompaniment
  • Balancing melody and harmony in unfamiliar (for classical singers) popular arrangements
  • Ensemble cohesion across rapid song transitions
  • Stylistic sensitivity to rock and roll vocal production (diction, energy, intent)

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