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Anything Is Possible: SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

Theme music of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, 137th Edition

Words by Marcy Heisler, music by Michael Picton / arr. Jay Althouse

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-A-00015099

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Why we love this

Jay Althouse's arrangement captures the optimistic energy of Picton's composition while keeping the vocal writing accessible and singable for mixed ensembles. The inclusion of movement and staging options gives you flexibility to present this as a concert piece or a more theatrical production, depending on your ensemble's comfort level and your program's needs.

What to expect

The piece radiates optimism and forward momentum, with vocal lines that sit comfortably in the middle of singers' ranges and allow for genuine emotional expression without requiring operatic technique. Picton's composition and Althouse's treatment create something that feels modern and accessible without sacrificing musicality.

Who it's for

Mixed choirs at the high school and adult level looking for contemporary repertoire with built-in appeal and stageable potential. This works equally well for a concert setting or a musical theater production that needs an inspirational ensemble number.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lean into the recorded accompaniment as a rehearsal tool early on, then gradually reduce reliance on it so your singers own the phrasing and dynamics rather than simply following the track.
  • Work the staging and movement cues deliberately in early rehearsals rather than grafting them on at the end; embedding physicality from the start helps singers internalize the song's message of possibility and confidence.
  • Balance your ensemble's tone with the uplifting character of the piece; avoid oversinging or pushing tension into the upper voices when the arrangement calls for a lighter, more buoyant approach.

How to use it

Consider programming this as a show-closer or first-half finale; its theme of possibility and confidence makes it a natural choice for graduation concerts, spring choral festivals, or any program celebrating achievement. The theatrical staging options also make it an engaging bridge if you're mixing traditional choral concerts with more contemporary performance styles.

Skills your students will build

  • Blending voices in a contemporary pop idiom
  • Executing choreographed movement while maintaining vocal control
  • Shaping phrase contours in an uplifting, energetic style
  • Reading and responding to recorded accompaniment tracks

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