Don't Start Now: SATB Choral Octavo
Words and music by Ian Kirkpatrick, Emily Warren, Dua Lipa, and Caroline Ailin / arr. Alan Billingsley
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Description
Nominated for three GRAMMY® Awards (Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Pop Solo Performance), Dua Lipa's hot hit is easily called "nu-disco"---a pop genre inspired by '70s disco and '80s electronic dance music. This track boasts a percolating funk bassline with strong synth chords, dynamic string bursts, and that signature cowbell in the chorus. As an option, feature a confident alto soloist at the beginning and toward the end of this perky post-breakup song that celebrates newly found independence.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0006722
More about this title
About the Composer: Ian Kirkpatrick
Ian Kirkpatrick is a composer and producer whose work spans pop, electronic, and dance music. He has shaped hits across multiple genres, bringing sophisticated production sensibilities and melodic sensibility to commercial songwriting.
Why we love this
Alan Billingsley's arrangement captures the infectious energy of a chart-topping hit without sacrificing choral texture. The optional alto solo gives you flexibility for programming and the chance to feature a strong section leader, while the full ensemble writing lets everyone in the choir feel the groove.
What to expect
This arrangement pulses with post-disco swagger and modern electronic color. The perky, celebratory mood captures the song's message of moving forward with attitude, making it feel uplifting without being saccharine.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that connects with singers and audiences alike will find this arrangement accessible and energetic. It works well for concert choirs, show choirs, or any ensemble looking to program recent pop hits with legitimate choral writing.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the rhythm section locked tight. The funk bassline and cowbell are essential to the nu-disco feel; even a slight drag will deflate the energy.
- Layer your dynamics across the verse and chorus. The synth chords and string bursts create natural dynamic peaks; use these as cues to shape the phrase.
- If featuring an alto soloist, ensure she has stage presence and confidence to match the song's attitude about independence.
- Consider using the recorded accompaniment to build familiarity with the groove before teaching all voice parts separately.
How to use it
Position this as a centerpiece in a contemporary pop set or as a standalone closer that leaves the audience energized. It pairs naturally with other '70s-inspired pop arrangements or modern hits, and its upbeat character makes it ideal for spring concerts or year-end celebrations.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated pop idioms
- Balancing solo presence with ensemble texture
- Sustaining energy and groove across multiple repetitions
- Responding to dynamic and orchestral cues from background accompaniment