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Hola, Lola!: 2-Part Choral Octavo

As performed by Marcy Heisler / As performed by Zina Goldrich / Arranged by Cristi Cary Miller

Item: 35-DS00319151

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 14
SKU: 35-DS00319151

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About the Artist: Marcy Heisler

Marcy Heisler is a composer and lyricist whose work spans theater, film, and concert music. Writing frequently with collaborator Zina Goldrich, Heisler has developed a distinctive voice in musical theater that connects with young performers and audiences alike. Her compositions balance accessibility with genuine musical substance, making her work a regular fixture in school and community theater productions.

Heisler's catalog demonstrates a keen understanding of what makes songs work for diverse ensembles. Whether writing for Broadway productions or educational settings, she brings clarity of intention and warmth to her lyrical writing, creating pieces that feel both contemporary and timeless.

Why we love this

Cristi Cary Miller's arrangement captures the spirited charm of Heisler and Goldrich's composition while keeping the vocal ranges and part independence perfectly suited to developing choirs. The two-part texture allows singers of varying experience levels to participate meaningfully, and the Broadway DNA means your students will connect to both the musical style and the story being told. This octavo delivers genuine entertainment value without sacrificing musicality.

What to expect

Hola, Lola! bounces with energy and personality. The piece carries an infectious warmth, with melodies that feel both singable and distinctly theatrical. There's genuine joy in the text and music that invites performers and audiences to share in the moment.

Who it's for

This arrangement works beautifully for choirs with mixed experience levels, from developing ensembles to advanced groups looking for repertoire that feels fresh and contemporary. It fits naturally into concerts that blend classical repertoire with theater-influenced pieces, and it engages singers who might be drawn to musical theater but haven't found their way into your concert program yet.

How to get the most out of it

  • Find the character in Lola before you find the notes. Have singers imagine who this person is and what brings her into the room. That emotional clarity will make the rhythm and phrasing land naturally.
  • Balance the two parts by ear rather than volume alone. The accompaniment is present enough that your singers need to listen to each other first and the piano second.
  • Articulate consonants cleanly in the ensemble moments. Broadway style thrives on crisp diction that feels conversational, not operatic.

How to use it

This octavo serves as an excellent programming bridge between your classical selections and fully staged musical theater. It works equally well as a concert opener that energizes the room or as part of a themed set exploring contemporary songwriting. Consider pairing it with other Heisler and Goldrich compositions to showcase how their catalog spans multiple styles and settings.

Skills your students will build

  • Broadway-influenced diction and phrasing
  • Two-part blend and balance
  • Character and interpretive expression in ensemble singing
  • Rhythmic precision in contemporary musical theater style

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