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Feel It Still: SATB Choral Octavo

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Feel It Still: SATB Choral Octavo

Feel It Still: SATB Choral Octavo

Words and music by John Gourley, Zach Carothers, Jason Sechrist, Eric Howk, Kyle O'Quin, John Hill, Asa Taccone, Robert Bateman, Georgia Dobbins, William Garrett, Freddy Gorman, and Brian Holland / arr. Alan Billingsley

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Check out this cool retro-pop tune from the rock band Portugal. The Man that instantly snags the listener with its catchy hook: "Ooh, I'm a rebel just for kicks now!" Listen closely for clever interpolations of the '60s hit "Please Mister Postman." This Hot 100 charter achieved #1 status on Billboard magazine's US Alternative Songs and went on to win a 2018 GRAMMY® for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. A bona fide crowd-pleaser!

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 16
UPC: 038081539065
SKU: 00-47135

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About the Composer: John Gourley

John Gourley is the lead vocalist and primary songwriter for Portland-based rock band Portugal. The Man, a group that emerged in the mid-2000s with a distinctive blend of psychedelic rock, funk, and pop sensibilities. Gourley's songwriting earned mainstream recognition with "Feel It Still," which became the band's biggest commercial success and a watershed moment in their career.

Beyond composition, Gourley has demonstrated a keen ear for musical architecture and cultural reference. His willingness to weave vintage source material like "Please Mister Postman" into contemporary pop structures shows the kind of creative cross-pollination that resonates with modern audiences and offers rich material for choral arrangers and educators.

Why we love this

Alan Billingsley's arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original without losing the song's structural integrity or harmonic sophistication. The arrangement manages to be simultaneously fun and musically substantial, making it accessible for intermediate choirs while remaining engaging for ensembles with stronger singers. Programming a current hit that won a GRAMMY guarantees audience recognition and student enthusiasm from the first downbeat.

What to expect

A burst of retro-pop swagger wrapped in sleek modern production. The arrangement pulses with rhythmic vitality and harmonic color, blending the song's cheeky attitude with moments of genuine harmonic sophistication. Singing this feels like stepping into a time machine that lands in the present moment every time.

Who it's for

This arrangement works for intermediate to advanced SATB choirs ready to tackle contemporary pop repertoire with energy and polish. It suits groups comfortable with syncopation, tight harmony, and the confidence required to sell a crowd-pleasing modern hit on stage.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock in the groove early. The rhythmic drive is essential to this arrangement's success; establish the pocket with your rhythm section and help singers commit to the syncopated feel in their parts.
  • Shape the famous hook with careful dynamic control. "Ooh, I'm a rebel just for kicks now" needs to land with impact without overshooting into a shout. Let the melody breathe while keeping it forward.
  • Highlight the "Please Mister Postman" interpolation when it arrives. Your singers will enjoy spotting this reference, and audiences love catching the throwback moment.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment to internalize the arrangement's harmonic and rhythmic context. Hearing how the parts sit in the fuller mix helps singers understand their role in the overall sound.

How to use it

This piece is ideal for a contemporary or pop-focused concert segment, particularly one aimed at younger audiences or family-friendly events where current chart hits create immediate connection. Place it alongside other modern pop arrangements for a cohesive set, or use it as a high-energy closer that leaves the concert hall buzzing.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing syncopated rhythms in a contemporary pop context
  • Balancing personal voice blend with rhythmic precision
  • Recognizing and performing cultural musical references across generations
  • Sustaining groove and pocket over sustained passages
  • Executing tight harmony in contemporary chord structures

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