Heaven Is A Place On Earth (arr. Mark Brymer): SSA Choral Octavo
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Heaven Is A Place On Earth (arr. Mark Brymer): SSA Choral Octavo

As performed by Belinda Carlisle / Arranged by Mark Brymer

Item: 35-DS00436995
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 15
SKU: 35-DS00436995

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About the Artist: Belinda Carlisle

Belinda Carlisle rose to prominence in the 1980s as the lead vocalist of The Go-Go's, one of the era's most successful all-female rock bands. Her distinctive voice and charismatic presence made her a defining figure in new wave and pop rock during a transformative decade for popular music.

As a solo artist, Carlisle achieved massive commercial success with hits that blended pop sensibility with rock edge. Her work continues to resonate in music education settings, offering accessible yet stylistically rich material for contemporary choir programs.

Why we love this

Mark Brymer's arrangement captures the effervescent spirit of this 80s pop classic while making it genuinely singable for SSA ensembles. The piece lands in a sweet spot between accessibility and musical substance, allowing students to connect with a song they already know while developing their voices on confident, well-crafted voicings.

What to expect

Optimistic and buoyant, with an irresistible forward motion that makes singers want to move. The brightness of SSA voicing pairs perfectly with the song's soaring sentiment, creating an infectious energy that carries both performers and listeners.

Who it's for

This arrangement works beautifully for choirs seeking contemporary material with genuine staying power. Any SSA ensemble (middle school through community groups) will connect with this piece as both performers and audience members.

How to get the most out of it

  • Anchor the piece on its rhythmic groove rather than pushing for dramatic dynamics. The charm lives in the propulsive, steady energy, so maintain consistent momentum through the verse sections.
  • Shape the melody line with phrase direction; avoid letting it become mechanical even though the material repeats. Find where each iteration naturally breathes.
  • Balance the sopranos and altos carefully in the homophonic sections so the arrangement reads clearly without either part dominating the texture.
  • Emphasize the text clarity in the hook, particularly on "Heaven is a place on Earth." This moment is the song's emotional anchor for the audience.

How to use it

Pair this with other 80s-influenced pop arrangements for a contemporary-themed concert, or use it as a spring concert closer where you want to send the audience out in a genuinely joyful frame of mind. The familiarity of the tune makes it a smart choice for community outreach events where you want broad appeal without sacrificing musical integrity.

Skills your students will build

  • Sustaining bright, open vowels across the full range
  • Maintaining rhythmic precision in syncopated pop styling
  • Blending SSA voicings without losing individual line clarity
  • Shaping repeated melodic phrases with musical intent
  • Connecting emotionally with contemporary repertoire

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