Everything Is Awesome (Awesome Remixx!): Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Upbeat and celebratory, with the kind of infectious energy that makes singers want to move. The harmonic language is straightforward and singable, letting voices shine over an arrangement that never overwhelms the text or melody.

Elementary and middle school choirs looking for contemporary material that engages younger singers both musically and emotionally. This arrangement works especially well for programs that include pop or movie music alongside traditional repertoire.

• Nail the rhythmic precision in the opening unison section. Young singers often rush the beat here, so lock that tempo early and keep it steady throughout.
• Balance the parts so the melody cuts through. Even in four-part harmony, the top line should be clearly audible to the audience.
• Lean into the dance-like quality. This piece thrives on rhythmic energy and ensemble cohesion, so encourage confident, unified articulation on all syllables.
• Use the SoundTrax accompaniment in sectional rehearsals to help each part find its place independently before blending everything together.

This piece shines in spring concerts or year-end showcases where you want programming that connects with students' own musical world. Use it as a closer to send the audience out energized, or pair it with other contemporary choral material to show the range of what your choir can tackle.

• Rhythmic precision in modern pop idioms
• Blending four-part harmony with clear text projection
• Singing with energy and conviction in secular, accessible styles
• Following recorded accompaniments in rehearsal and performance