Ben Bram is known for his work on The Sing-Off and Pitch Perfect, and for arranging for groups such as The Backbeats and Pentatonix. This wellcrafted treatment of the Katy Perry hit will make your pop a cappella group come alive. Recording provided by Kettering High School's Eleventh Hour, directed by Brody McDonald.
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Series:Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:Alfred Music
Page Count:16
SKU:00-PO-0001738
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About the Composer: Katy Perry
Katy Perry emerged as a pop powerhouse in the late 2000s with an ear for infectious hooks and anthemic production. Her compositions blend accessible melodies with high-energy arrangements that translate remarkably well to a cappella settings, making her work a natural fit for contemporary choral groups seeking repertoire that resonates with modern audiences.
Why we love this
Ben Bram's arrangement captures the driving energy of the original while crafting something that genuinely works for six-part voices without instrumental support. The octavo sits in a comfortable range for mixed ensembles and builds momentum naturally, giving singers real moments to shine both individually and as a unified group.
What to expect
Pure kinetic energy. The arrangement channels the original's propulsive beat and soaring vocal moments while creating texture through layered harmonies and rhythmic vocals that make you forget there are no instruments. It's joyful and driving, built for spaces where voices alone can fill the room.
Who it's for
Pop a cappella groups, mixed show choirs, and contemporary vocal ensembles looking for repertoire with immediate appeal and modern sensibility. This arrangement works equally well for recreational singers seeking an uplifting group experience and competitive ensembles wanting a crowd-pleasing selection with serious musical craft underneath.
How to get the most out of it
Nail the rhythmic precision in the percussion-style syllables; they anchor the groove and make the a cappella texture feel intentional rather than sparse.
Balance the solo moments against the ensemble sections carefully. These contrast points are where the arrangement breathes and where listeners lean in.
Use the provided recording as a reference for phrasing and energy level, but encourage your singers to find their own attack and release within the stylistic framework.
How to use it
Place this mid-program where you need momentum and engagement, particularly in contemporary or popular music sets. It pairs well alongside other arranged pop hits and bridges traditional choral programming with what student audiences actually want to hear.
Skills your students will build
Rhythmic precision and syllabic articulation in a cappella settings
Balancing solo lines and ensemble sections in pop-style voicing
Sustaining energy and ensemble cohesion without instrumental support
Interpreting contemporary chord progressions and modern harmonic language
