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Hold On: SSA Choral Octavo

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Hold On: SSA Choral Octavo

Hold On: SSA Choral Octavo

Words and music by Michael Bublé, Alan Chang, and Amy Foster / arr. Jay Althouse

Item: 00-37850
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Michael Bublé's meaningful hit single from his album Crazy Love in America has a great message: "We are stronger here together than we could ever be alone, so hold on to me, don't you ever let me go." Features two optional opening solos.

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
UPC: 038081423227
SKU: 00-37850

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About the Composer: Michael Bublé

Michael Bublé is a Canadian jazz and pop vocalist whose warm, sophisticated interpretations of standards and contemporary songs have made him one of the best-selling music artists of the 21st century. His 2009 album Crazy Love marked a commercial and artistic peak, establishing him as a crossover artist capable of reaching both jazz purists and mainstream pop audiences. For music educators, Bublé's catalog represents accessible entry points into mature pop arranging and vocal production, with melodies that sit naturally in student voices and emotional directness that resonates across age groups.

Why we love this

Jay Althouse's arrangement respects the song's inherent warmth while giving SSA choirs room to shine. The optional opening solos invite featured singers to step forward without requiring lengthy solo preparation, and the message of solidarity lands authentically with young singers who connect to the earnest vocal style Bublé made famous.

What to expect

Warm and reassuring, with the kind of easy sophistication that makes pop arranging deceptive; the melody feels simple until you listen to how the harmonies support and enhance it. Singers experience this as both singable and substantial, with moments that allow real vocal expression without demanding technical virtuosity.

Who it's for

SSA choirs looking for contemporary material with genuine emotional substance. This arrangement suits upper-level middle school and high school choirs, as well as community and adult ensembles seeking pop repertoire that doesn't sacrifice vocal craft.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the opening solos carefully against the full choir; they should feel like invitations rather than interruptions, so the singers need conversational dynamics rather than belt-style projection.
  • Treat the harmonic language with attention to blend; pop arranging at this level relies on smooth voice leading, so mark your inner voice entrances clearly and rehearse them separately until they lock with the melody.
  • Honor the lyrical content by avoiding a rushed tempo; this song works best when singers can shape phrases with intention and let the message land emotionally.

How to use it

Program this as a closing number for a concert themed around hope, unity, or contemporary music; its message and accessibility make it an excellent bridge between classical and pop repertoire. It also works well as a feature within a pop medley or as a standalone showcase for a chamber-sized SSA group within a larger concert.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing pop-style phrasing and breath placement over longer phrases
  • Blending voices in close harmonic intervals
  • Balancing solo and ensemble textures
  • Interpreting contemporary vocal production techniques in an a cappella or accompanied context
  • Emotional expression and connection to lyrical meaning

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