Don't Worry About Me (arr. Jo Annemans): SMATB Choral Octavo

Assured and unhurried, with the emotional directness that defines Frances' writing. The arrangement wraps you in warm harmonies that feel both current and timeless, inviting audiences into genuine human vulnerability.

Choirs looking for contemporary pop material that doesn't sacrifice musicality for accessibility. This works well for mixed ensembles of intermediate ability and above who want to explore modern repertoire with substance.

• Build the arrangement's power through control rather than volume; the harmony works best when each voice is heard with clarity and intention.
• Pay attention to vowel unification across the five parts, especially in sustained passages where blend becomes the primary texture.
• Let the arrangement breathe at its phrase endings instead of pushing through them; the pop sensibility lives in the space as much as the sound.
• Explore dynamics carefully to shape the emotional arc without overselling it; understatement often serves this style better than broad contrasts.

Pair this with other contemporary pop or folk-influenced pieces to build a set that feels cohesive and current. It also works as a meaningful standalone selection for a concert focused on modern songwriting, or as a showcase for your mixed voices in a more traditional choral concert.

• Blending and balance in a five-part a cappella texture
• Phrasing and stylistic interpretation of contemporary popular music
• Intonation maintenance across sustained harmonic passages
• Expressive control without relying on instrumental accompaniment