Dance Evolution (Medley): Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Mark Brymer
Item: 35-PK00034511
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Showchoirs and pop groups will love this fast and furious 5-minute look at the history of popular dance. From "The Twist" to the Brady Bunch and boy bands, it's all here! Includes: "Bye Bye Bye," "The Chicken Dance," "Cotton Eye Joe," "Greased Lightnin'," "Hey Ya!," "Hound Dog," "Keep On," "Mr. Roboto," "Oompa-Loompa-Doompadee-Doo," "Thriller," "The Twist," "U Can't Touch This," "Walk Like an Egyptian" and "Y.M.C.A." Performance Time: Approx. 5:00.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00034511
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About the Arranger: Mark Brymer
Mark Brymer is a prolific arranger whose work spans choral, instrumental, and educational settings. His arrangements are known for their accessibility paired with genuine musicality, making complex repertoire engaging for student performers without sacrificing artistic integrity.
Why we love this
Brymer threads 14 iconic pop and dance moments into a seamless five-minute journey that captures real cultural touchstones without feeling scattered. The writing respects both the integrity of each song and the ensemble's need for rhythmic precision and ensemble blend, giving singers and instrumentalists equally rewarding parts.
What to expect
Infectious, playful, and propulsive. The medley format creates constant forward momentum while each dance era brings its own flavor, from the classic simplicity of "The Twist" to the contemporary swagger of "Bye Bye Bye." There's genuine joy in the writing; this is music designed to move people.
Who it's for
Showchoirs and pop ensembles with stage presence and rhythmic flexibility will thrive with this arrangement. It works equally well for concert choirs seeking an engaging closer or upbeat contemporary set that audiences genuinely connect with.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the rhythmic foundation early in rehearsal by drilling the kit and bass line together before layering vocal parts; these grooves define each era and drive the show's energy.
- Mark clear section transitions in the score so musicians understand when they're switching genres and moods; the contrast between "Greased Lightnin'" and "Thriller" demands distinct interpretive choices.
- Record a playthrough with just rhythm section and ask singers to identify which song is which by ear alone; this builds aural awareness and keeps the medley from feeling like a list of hits.
- Let soloists shine during their designated moments, especially in ballad-style arrangements, then pull them back into ensemble texture to maintain cohesion across the full piece.
How to use it
Save this for a spring concert finale where you want the audience laughing and leaving energized. It also fits naturally into a pop repertoire set or a showcase where you're demonstrating range across styles and decades without requiring elaborate staging.
Skills your students will build
- Genre switching and style flexibility across five decades of popular music
- Rhythmic precision and syncopation in funk, pop, and rock idioms
- Ensemble cohesion across rapid sectional transitions
- Balancing individual character with group unity in a medley format
- Musicianship in accompanying instrumental parts and rhythmic roles