Good Morning: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

$27.99 USD

Good Morning: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Name: Good Morning: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-41567
Price: 27.99 USD
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From Singin' in the Rain

Words by Arthur Freed, music by Nacio Herb Brown / arr. Steve Zegree

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Here's a well-crafted arrangement featuring the song used as the building block for what many have called the best tap routine in movie musical history. The short, notated scat section is perfect for introducing younger choirs to vocal jazz. Fun to rehearse and perform!

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

UPC: 038081466477

SKU: 00-41567

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About the Composer: Nacio Herb Brown

Nacio Herb Brown (1896-1964) was a prolific composer whose film scores and popular songs defined the golden age of movie musicals. Working primarily in Hollywood from the late 1920s onward, he created dozens of standards that remain staples of American musical theater and jazz repertoire. His melodies are direct, memorable, and built for singers of all levels.

Brown's collaboration with lyricist Arthur Freed produced some of cinema's most enduring music. His work appears across generations of choral and solo arrangements, making him a foundational voice in music education. Teachers return to his songs repeatedly because they balance accessibility with genuine musicality.

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Why we love this

Steve Zegree's arrangement captures the rhythmic snap and joy of the original while keeping the choral writing clear and singable. The scat section gives students a structured, low-pressure entry into jazz vocabulary without requiring prior experience. Your choir will sound polished from the first read-through, yet the piece rewards careful rehearsal with layers of character and style.

What to expect

Bright, energetic, and inherently theatrical. The melody sits in a comfortable, singable range while the accompaniment keeps the groove moving forward with irresistible momentum. There's an infectious confidence in this song; your singers will feel it immediately, and so will your audience.

Who it's for

This arrangement suits choirs with at least one year of ensemble experience who are ready for a different sound. Whether your singers have studied jazz or not, the notated scat line makes it accessible for high school and adult ensembles exploring popular music outside traditional choral literature.

How to get the most out of it

Let the recorded accompaniment set the tempo and groove for rehearsals. Choirs new to jazz phrasing often benefit from hearing the swing feel multiple times before singing against it.
Shape the scat section with dynamics and articulation. Even with a notated line, jazz syllables ('doo,' 'bop,' 'skee') sound flat without intentional phrasing.
Emphasize rhythmic precision in the ensemble sections. Jazz arrangements demand tighter rhythm reading than many traditional choral pieces.
Balance the vocal blend during sustained harmony passages. The Broadway song's simplicity means every voice matters in creating warmth and blend.

How to use it

Program this as a concert closer or as part of a popular music or jazz-themed set. It pairs naturally with other swing-era standards or as a palate cleanser between heavier choral works. The piece also works well for spring pops concerts or end-of-year celebrations where a shorter, high-energy selection captures the moment.