Circles (arr. Jack Zaino): SAB Choral Octavo
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Circles (arr. Jack Zaino): SAB Choral Octavo

As performed by Post Malone / Arranged by Jack Zaino

Item: 35-DS00507813
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 15
SKU: 35-DS00507813

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About the Artist: Post Malone

Post Malone emerged in the mid-2010s as one of pop music's most versatile voices, blending hip-hop, rock, and R&B into a distinctive sound that resonates across generations. His ability to craft introspective lyrics paired with memorable melodies has made his catalog a natural fit for choral interpretation, offering arrangers rich material to adapt for ensemble performance.

Why we love this

Jack Zaino's SAB setting captures the reflective, circular nature of the original while keeping the harmonic language accessible for three-part mixed voices. The arrangement respects the song's emotional core without oversimplifying it, giving student singers a contemporary piece that feels both singable and musically substantial.

What to expect

Introspective and contemplative, with moments that build toward emotional peaks. The piece invites singers to inhabit the reflective quality of the original while experiencing the added depth that three-part harmony brings to its central theme.

Who it's for

Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that bridges the gap between popular music and ensemble singing without losing credibility in either world. This arrangement works for groups with some choral training who are ready to engage with modern songwriting but may not have extensive sight-reading fluency.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the melody line carefully; in SAB writing, the alto part often carries crucial harmonic information that shouldn't disappear beneath the soprano.
  • Let the text drive your phrasing rather than forcing it into regular metric boxes. Pop songwriting often bends phrasing around emotional beats rather than strict bar lines.
  • Experiment with dynamic shaping across the full 15 pages to avoid a static, one-tempo feel. Small crescendos and releases help maintain engagement in a longer choral piece.
  • Pay close attention to any rhythmic features that echo the original recording; these details anchor the arrangement to the song students likely know.

How to use it

Pair this with other contemporary choral works in a concert exploring modern songwriting for voices, or use it as a bridge piece that draws in singers who connect more naturally with pop repertoire. Its 15-page length makes it substantial enough to anchor a set without overwhelming rehearsal time.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing contemporary popular music within an ensemble context
  • Balancing independent voice parts while maintaining textural clarity
  • Interpreting lyrical content and emotional nuance in modern songwriting
  • Reading SAB voicing with attention to inner voice independence

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