Brand New You (from 13): SAB Choral Octavo
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Brand New You (from 13): SAB Choral Octavo

By Jason Robert Brown / Arranged by Roger Emerson

Item: 35-DS00138330
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 11
SKU: 35-DS00138330

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About the Composer: Jason Robert Brown

Jason Robert Brown has become one of Broadway's most distinctive voices since his debut with Songs for a New World in 1995. His musicals, including The Parade and 13, combine sophisticated harmonic language with emotionally direct storytelling that speaks to both adult and young audiences.

Why we love this

Brown's gift for writing character-driven songs translates brilliantly to choral settings. Roger Emerson's arrangement captures the contemporary pop sensibility of the score while giving each voice part genuine melodic interest, making this a piece that feels current without sacrificing musicality.

What to expect

"Brand New You" carries the optimism of transformation tempered by honest self-doubt. The piece moves between intimate moments and fuller textures, creating space for vulnerability before building toward something more assured and hopeful.

Who it's for

SAB choirs at the middle school through early high school level will connect immediately with the contemporary style and relatable lyrical content from this musical about adolescence. The arrangement sits comfortably for developing voices while maintaining the song's emotional authenticity.

How to get the most out of it

  • Find the conversational tone in the text; this is a character expressing vulnerability, not delivering a statement. Shape phrases as spoken thoughts with musical intention.
  • Balance the inner voices carefully so the accompaniment figures don't overwhelm the primary melody line. Sopranos and altos should blend rather than compete.
  • The rhythmic syncopation throughout asks for precision in ensemble. Mark the eighth-note patterns in your score and tap them aloud in rehearsal to lock the pocket.
  • Explore dynamics as emotional beats. This arrangement gives you room to color the journey from introspection to self-discovery.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a contemporary anchor in a concert exploring identity or personal growth themes, or as a bridge between classical and musical theater repertoire. The 11-page arrangement reads quickly, making it ideal for filling a program slot without overcommitting rehearsal time while still delivering impact.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing contemporary pop inflections in a choral setting
  • Balancing multiple rhythmic figures across voice parts
  • Interpreting character voice and emotional arc in solo-driven ensemble music
  • Precision with syncopated rhythms and offbeat accompaniment patterns

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