Corn: Choral SoundPax

Eric Van Cleave's arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original while trimming it to a three-minute package that works brilliantly in concert. The mix of theatrical duet, two-beat groove, kickline moment, and gospel finale gives your singers multiple colors to explore without losing the comedic momentum that makes this number irresistible.

Immediately fun and theatrical, this arrangement bounces between charm and showiness with infectious humor baked into every phrase. Your singers will find themselves grinning through rehearsals, and the packed emotional arc—from duet intimacy to gospel exuberance—keeps listeners invested throughout.

High school and college choirs looking for contemporary musical theater repertoire that engages singers and audiences alike. This works equally well for show choirs, traditional concert choirs, and community ensembles seeking a crowd-pleasing opener or closer.

• Lean into the theatrical duet opening with clear character work; this sets the tone for the entire piece and signals to your audience that they're in for something fun.
• The two-beat section needs crisp, unified articulation from your rhythm section to lock the groove; record a rehearsal and listen back for tightness.
• Build the gospel section gradually, allowing soloists and small groups to shine before the full choir enters with power and conviction.
• Use the recorded accompaniment to establish tempos and energy levels, then rehearse without it regularly so singers develop independence.

Open a pops concert with this or use it as the final piece before an intermission; its three-minute length and upbeat conclusion leave the audience laughing and energized. It also pairs well with other contemporary Broadway selections for a full musical theater set.

• Singing syncopated rhythms in a contemporary pop/gospel style
• Theatrical characterization and comedic timing in choral performance
• Shifting between multiple sections and tempos (duet, two-beat, kickline, gospel)
• Gospel singing technique and call-and-response dynamics
• Balancing ensemble unity with featured solo moments