Get Happy (arr. Abi Moore): SSAA Choral Octavo

Abi Moore's arrangement captures the infectious optimism of this standard while giving SSAA choirs a fresh take on a song that feels instantly familiar to audiences. The voicing sits comfortably for mixed or all-female ensembles, and the jazz idiom gives your singers something genuinely fun to sink their teeth into without requiring a full jazz choir setup.

Bright and buoyant, with the warmth of a torch song filtered through swing sensibilities. The arrangement radiates the kind of hopeful energy that defines the song's title, inviting singers and audiences into genuine joy.

Choirs looking to add accessible jazz repertoire without sacrificing musical substance. Both all-female and mixed choirs can perform this SSAA/SSAA arrangement, making it flexible for different ensemble configurations.

• Anchor the rhythm section feeling in a relaxed swing groove; too much precision kills the jazz character, so encourage your singers to lay back slightly on the beat
• Balance the melody against the harmonic voices so the tune cuts through without forcing soloists to oversing
• Pay attention to articulation and syllable clarity in the jazz-styled passages; rhythmic precision matters even when the feel is laid back
• Let the lyrics shine through; this arrangement thrives on the text's cheerful delivery and conversational quality

Pair this with other standards or Tin Pan Alley classics for a pops concert, or use it as a lighter moment in a program that also includes more contemporary choral works. It's an excellent choice for spring concerts or any program celebrating American songwriting traditions.

• Swing feel and jazz articulation
• Phrasing and expressive legit singing across a jazz idiom
• Harmonic awareness and blend within jazz voicings
• Reading SSAA voicing with independent melodic lines