All About That Bass: SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

$29.99 USD

All About That Bass: SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

Words and music by Meghan Trainor and Kevin Kadish / arr. Alan Billingsley

Item: 00-A-00015585

$29.99

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

SKU: 00-A-00015585

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About the Composer: Meghan Trainor

Meghan Trainor burst onto the pop music scene in 2014 with "All About That Bass," a debut single that became a cultural phenomenon and established her signature sound: infectious melodies layered over retro-influenced production. Beyond her work as a composer, Trainor is a multi-instrumentalist and producer who writes and arranges much of her own material, giving her pop songs a musicality that translates remarkably well to choral settings.

For music educators, Trainor's catalog offers contemporary repertoire that resonates immediately with students while maintaining genuine musicality and harmonic interest. Her songs have become staples in pop choral arrangements precisely because they balance accessibility with the kind of groove and confidence that makes singers want to perform them.

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Why we love this

Alan Billingsley's arrangement captures the swagger and charm of the original while making it genuinely singable for mixed choirs. The SoundTrax recording keeps the energy infectious and gives singers an irresistible reference to lock into, so your rehearsals stay focused on vocal blend and interpretation rather than getting bogged down in rhythmic precision.

What to expect

Energetic and self-assured, with a retro-influenced groove that feels both modern and timeless. The piece bounces with rhythmic vitality and good-natured confidence, inviting singers and audiences alike to move with it and smile.

Who it's for

Mixed choirs in grades 6 through adult, particularly ensembles looking to program contemporary pop with genuine musicality. Directors seeking repertoire that excites singers while remaining vocally accessible will find this arrangement immediately effective in rehearsal and appealing to student-centered programming choices.

How to get the most out of it

Lean into the rhythmic swagger rather than treating the piece as rhythmically strict; let the groove breathe in spots, especially during verse sections.
Balance the bass parts prominently without letting them overshadow the upper voices; this arrangement thrives on conversational voicing and call-and-response textures.
Use the SoundTrax to establish the groove early, then gradually transition to singing unaccompanied sections so students internalize the pocket rather than relying on the track.
Shape the dynamic arc from the opening to the climactic moments; this arrangement needs intentional crescendos to land its playful confidence.

How to use it

Program this alongside other contemporary pop arrangements in a concert designed to showcase your choir's versatility and connection to current music. It works especially well as a set opener or as a transition between traditional and modern repertoire, signaling to the audience that your singers are fully invested in music they love.

Skills your students will build

Rhythmic precision in contemporary pop grooves and syncopated figures
Maintaining independence in divided voice parts while listening across the ensemble
Stylistic interpretation of pop phrasing and dynamic shaping
Singing mixed meters and rhythmic patterns grounded in modern production sensibilities