Can't Stop The Feeling! (arr. Doug Watts): SSATB Choral Octavo

Doug Watts' arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original while adapting it intelligently for mixed voices. The piece sits comfortably for younger singers and less experienced ensembles, yet the groove and modern production style keep it engaging for performers and audiences alike.

Bright and buoyant. The arrangement radiates optimism through its rhythmic drive and major key tonality, inviting singers into the joyful swagger of the original recording. It's the kind of piece that energizes a concert and leaves the audience smiling.

Directors seeking accessible contemporary repertoire that appeals to singers and audiences without sacrificing musicianship. The SSA/SSAA voicing makes it practical for middle school, high school, and community choirs with developing ensembles.

• Lock the rhythmic feel early in rehearsal. This arrangement thrives when the ensemble commits fully to the groove rather than singing it straight.
• Balance the pop production sound with clear diction. The modern aesthetic works best when every word lands precisely.
• Shape the dynamic arc around the arrangement's build sections rather than treating each verse identically. Small intensity shifts sustain listener interest.

Slot this into a pops concert or spring show where you want an immediate crowd pleaser that requires minimal staging. It also works as a morale builder during rehearsal season or as a finale when you need the ensemble to leave the stage with momentum.

• Rhythmic precision in syncopated pop grooves
• Balancing harmony with a strong melodic hook
• Maintaining rhythmic independence within sections
• Contemporary diction and articulation