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All Night Long (All Night) (arr. Mark Brymer): SSA Choral Octavo

As performed by Lionel Richie / Arranged by Mark Brymer

Item: 35-DS00267829

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 11
SKU: 35-DS00267829

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About the Artist: Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie built his reputation as one of pop music's most skilled melodists, first as the lead singer of the Commodores and then as a solo artist who dominated the charts throughout the 1980s. His songwriting gift lies in crafting hooks that stick without sacrificing harmonic sophistication, and his vocal delivery balances warmth with precision in a way that students can study and emulate.

For choral directors, Richie's catalog offers accessible entry points into contemporary pop arranging. Songs like "All Night Long" showcase grooves that feel effortless but require careful attention to rhythmic clarity and blend, making them valuable teaching tools in repertoire that connects with young singers.

Why we love this

Mark Brymer's SSA voicing captures the infectious groove of the original without sacrificing the singability that makes this work in a school setting. The arrangement respects the song's DNA while opening it up for three-part voices, allowing directors to program a genuine crowd-pleaser that doesn't feel dumbed down.

What to expect

The energy is buoyant and celebratory, with an unmistakable Latin-inflected percussion bed that carries the melody forward. Singers will feel the infectious good humor of the original while navigating rhythmic figures that keep the arrangement fresh and interesting throughout.

Who it's for

This arrangement works beautifully in mixed concert programming where you want an uplifting contemporary selection that engages audiences and feels achievable for SSA choirs at the intermediate to early advanced level. It's equally suited for pops concerts, end-of-year celebrations, or showcases where you want to build confidence through a song students already love.

How to get the most out of it

  • Anchor the groove in a relaxed pulse rather than pushing the tempo; this song lives in the pocket, and overzealousness will flatten its charm.
  • Balance the rhythmic unison passages so the ensemble sound is unified without losing individual voice clarity in the SSA blend.
  • Let the upper voices sparkle on the soaring melodic lines; resist the urge to pull back dynamically on sustained passages where the melody wants to shine.

How to use it

Place this as a high-energy moment in a concert where you want to shift mood and tempo, or build a whole second set around pop repertoire that connects with student singers and audiences alike. The 11-page score is manageable for learning quickly, making it ideal for concert planning with shorter rehearsal windows.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining rhythmic precision in syncopated pop grooves
  • Blending three voices while preserving melodic clarity
  • Connecting to contemporary music with authentic style
  • Sustaining energy and focus through repeated sections without losing engagement

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