Can't Stop The Feeling (from Trolls) (arr. Mac Huff): 2-Part Choral Octavo

Mac Huff's arrangement captures the infectious energy and forward momentum of the original without losing the song's fundamental charm. The 2-part voicing opens this uplifting chart to younger or developing ensembles while maintaining enough harmonic interest to keep singers engaged, and the pop idiom gives students permission to perform with genuine joy.

Bright, propulsive, and irrepressibly optimistic. The arrangement bubbles forward with infectious rhythm and clean harmonic support, creating a performance experience that feels celebratory rather than precious.

Middle school and early high school choirs looking for repertoire that excites singers without requiring advanced vocal maturity or technical demands. Works equally well in general music classes, pop ensembles, or secular concert programs where contemporary material engages students.

• Shape the melody with subtle dynamic peaks rather than singing it straight; let the rhythm section anchor the groove while upper voices gently swell into phrase arrivals.
• Lock into the pocket early in rehearsal by isolating the rhythmic foundation with backing track before layering vocal parts, ensuring everyone feels the same pulse.
• Contrast the energy between verse and chorus by keeping verse entrances more conversational, then opening up the tone and projection once the chorus hits.

This pairs naturally with other contemporary pop arrangements in a youth concert or spring show, where audience connection matters as much as musical sophistication. The accessible energy also makes it ideal for community events, pep rallies, or year-end celebrations where you want students to perform material they genuinely enjoy.

• Singing in 2-part harmony with independent vocal lines
• Maintaining groove and rhythmic precision in pop idiom
• Balancing melody with harmonic support
• Performing with style and character in a contemporary context
• Sight-reading pop-influenced chord progressions and rhythmic notation