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By The Boab Tree: SSA Choral Octavo

By Angela Little / By Anton Monsted / By Baz Luhrmann / By Felix Meagher / By Schuyler Weiss / As performed by Ophelia Of The Spirits / Arranged by Ed Lojeski

Item: 35-DS00126422

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 7
SKU: 35-DS00126422

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Why we love this

Ed Lojeski's arrangement captures the cinematic sweep of this piece while keeping the vocal writing accessible for SSA choirs. The combination of contemporary songwriting talent (Little, Monsted, Weiss, Meagher) with Luhrmann's vision creates something that feels both modern and substantial, giving your singers material that respects their musicality without overwhelming them technically.

What to expect

Sweeping and cinematic, with the kind of emotional directness you find in contemporary film scores. The piece breathes at moments, then builds into full, lush harmonies that feel both intimate and grand.

Who it's for

This arrangement works well for choirs with mixed experience levels. SSA voicing offers flexibility for groups still building strength in soprano lines, while the harmonic sophistication keeps more advanced singers engaged.

How to get the most out of it

  • Build the opening layers gradually. The piece gains power through accumulation, so resist the urge to sing full voice from the start. Let each entrance add weight and color.
  • Pay attention to how the arrangement sits in each voice part. Lojeski tends to write singable lines that still create rich harmony, but some singers may need support finding their part in denser moments.
  • Lean into the film soundtrack DNA of this piece. Your singers likely know visual storytelling. Help them connect their interpretation to the emotional arc of the scene, not just the notes on the page.

How to use it

Consider pairing this with other contemporary film or musical theatre arrangements to create a thematic set, or use it as a standout showcase piece that demonstrates your choir's range beyond classical repertoire. It also works as a closing number for concerts where you want to leave audiences with something current and emotionally resonant.

Skills your students will build

  • Layered ensemble singing and blend across changing textures
  • Interpretation of contemporary harmonic language
  • Musical storytelling through dynamic and interpretive choices
  • Confidence with film and popular music idioms

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