Everybody Talks: SATB Choral Octavo
Words and music by Tyler Glenn and Tim Pagnotta [Neon Trees] / arr. Alan Billingsley
Item: 00-PO-0001734
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Featured on Glee and several television commercials, this fresh-sounding single by the Neon Trees charted in six different Billboard categories. Infectious!
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0001734
More about this title
About the Composer: Tyler Glenn
Tyler Glenn is the lead vocalist and primary songwriter for Neon Trees, an alternative rock band that emerged from Provo, Utah in the late 2000s. His songwriting combines infectious pop sensibilities with rock energy, creating music that resonates across mainstream and alternative audiences alike.
Why we love this
Alan Billingsley's arrangement captures what made "Everybody Talks" a chart success: infectious melodic hooks and a driving rhythmic foundation that translates brilliantly to the choir. The accessibility of the voicing paired with the contemporary appeal means your singers will actually want to perform it, and your audience will recognize it immediately.
What to expect
Bright, propulsive, and remarkably fun. The arrangement maintains the original's infectious pop energy while giving each voice part meaningful musical material. Singers feel the contemporary groove without sacrificing the clarity and blend that make a choir sound polished.
Who it's for
This arrangement works for any SATB choir looking to program contemporary music that engages singers and audiences alike. It's especially valuable for directors seeking repertoire that bridges pop culture familiarity with legitimate choral writing, making it ideal for concert pops programs, spring concerts, or community choirs seeking current material.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the syncopated rhythm section parts (tenor and bass) so they anchor the piece without overwhelming the soprano and alto lines; these rhythmic figures drive the song's infectious quality.
- Shape the melodic phrases with clear articulation and phrasing rather than letting the repetition flatten; the hook needs energy but not sameness.
- Use the recorded accompaniment to lock in the groove, especially for the rhythmic interlocking passages that give the piece its contemporary feel.
- Pay attention to dynamic contrast between verse and chorus; resist the urge to sing at full volume throughout, which will diminish the impact of the more energetic sections.
How to use it
This piece fits naturally into a pops or contemporary concert set, where it can anchor a group of modern songs or provide energetic contrast to more traditional choral fare. It also works as an excellent closer for a spring concert, where its familiarity and rhythmic drive will leave the audience on an upbeat note.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated and contemporary grooves
- Balancing pop-style voicing with choral blend
- Shaping repetitive melodic material to maintain musical interest
- Ensemble cohesion when layering rhythmic and melodic lines simultaneously