At This Table (arr. Mac Huff): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Idina Menzel / Arranged by Mac Huff
Item: 35-PK00462281
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Here is a beautiful ballad by Broadway sensation Idina Menzel that celebrates the spirit of inclusiveness and diversity. Equally appropriate for the holiday season or anytime. "Come as you are".
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00462281
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About the Artist: Idina Menzel
Idina Menzel's voice has become synonymous with Broadway power and emotional authenticity. Her performances in "Frozen" and "Rent" established her as an artist capable of delivering vulnerable, soaring vocals that connect with audiences across generations.
For music educators, Menzel represents a contemporary standard of vocal excellence and artistic integrity. Her catalog spans from intimate ballads to show-stopping anthems, making her work a valuable resource for teaching both technical vocal demands and emotional storytelling.
Why we love this
Mac Huff's arrangement captures the gentle warmth of Menzel's original while making the piece accessible to ensemble singers across ability levels. The inclusive message embedded in the lyrics creates natural programming synergy with concerts focused on community values, making this more than just a beautiful song to sing but a statement your choir can genuinely own.
What to expect
The piece unfolds like a gentle invitation, warm and unhurried. There's genuine vulnerability in the melody, paired with a sense of hope and belonging that feels earned rather than sentimental. The arrangement breathes space around the lyrics, allowing each phrase to land with quiet sincerity.
Who it's for
This arrangement fits well in both concert and community settings where your singers can connect meaningfully with the text. Holiday programs benefit from its seasonal appropriateness, but the message of inclusion makes it equally powerful at spring concerts, diversity events, or any time your ensemble wants to perform something with genuine substance.
How to get the most out of it
- Treat the vocal line as lyrical storytelling rather than technical display. The arrangement works best when singers prioritize the message of acceptance over perfection in the phrasing.
- Balance the instrumentation so it supports rather than overshadows the choir. The accompaniment should feel conversational, not theatrical.
- Work dynamics carefully during the rise sections. Menzel's original builds through layered intensity, so build gradually across phrases rather than jumping to full volume.
How to use it
Position this as a centerpiece moment in a concert program rather than background music. It works powerfully as the closing piece of a set exploring community and connection, or as a single spotlight number that gives your choir a chance to demonstrate emotional maturity. The arrangement's accessibility makes it suitable for programs involving younger singers or mixed ensembles performing together.
Skills your students will build
- Singing through legit and belt vocal qualities
- Sustaining emotional authenticity in contemporary ballad style
- Balancing individual musicality with ensemble cohesion
- Responding to instrumental accompaniment dynamics