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Hooray for Hollywood: SSAA Choral Octavo

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Hooray for Hollywood: SSAA Choral Octavo

Hooray for Hollywood: SSAA Choral Octavo

Words by Johnny Mercer, music by Richard A. Whiting / arr. Andy Beck

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Set the stage for a movie themed concert with this flashy arrangement that pays homage to the golden days of Hollywood. The bouncy 2-beat opens and closes with a show biz fanfare, features three celebrity impersonators, and includes a stylish kick-line at its glitzy height. A blockbuster! Featured on the "Hooray for Hollywood!" movement DVD #28868.

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 16
UPC: 038081312149
SKU: 00-28670

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About the Composer: Richard A. Whiting

Richard A. Whiting (1891-1938) was a prolific Hollywood composer who helped define the sound of early film musicals. His melodies became standards of the era, recorded countless times and performed in concert halls and studios worldwide. Whiting's gift for writing instantly memorable, singable lines made his work accessible to performers at every level, which is why his songs remain central to music education repertoire today.

As a bridge between Tin Pan Alley and the film industry, Whiting understood how to craft music that audiences loved on first hearing. His work emphasizes clarity, charm, and rhythmic vitality—qualities that make arrangements of his songs particularly rewarding for choral ensembles learning to balance precision with showmanship.

Why we love this

Andy Beck's arrangement captures everything that makes this standard fun to perform: the infectious 2-beat energy, the theatrical opportunities built into the celebrity impersonations and kick-line section, and the confident horn writing that gives treble voices real harmonic support. Choirs get to shine as entertainers here, not just singers, and that shift in energy and engagement is exactly what a concert needs when you're programming around a Hollywood theme.

What to expect

Bright, confident, and unapologetically theatrical. The energy bounces forward with that signature 2-beat swagger, and the voices move through moments of comedy and spectacle without losing musical integrity. It feels like watching a classic film number unfold live on stage.

Who it's for

This arrangement works for SSAA choirs at the intermediate to advanced level who are comfortable with theatrical presentation and rhythmic precision. It's ideal for groups ready to move beyond straight concert singing and embrace the entertainment value of their material.

How to get the most out of it

  • Nail the rhythmic precision of the 2-beat opening fanfare; it's short, punchy, and sets the tone for everything that follows. The ensemble should lock together as one unit rather than sing it loosely.
  • Cast the celebrity impersonator sections thoughtfully. These moments have comedic timing built in, so choose singers who can deliver both vocal accuracy and personality.
  • Lean into the kick-line section with crisp, rhythmic articulation. This is where the arrangement shows its theatrical heart; the notes matter less than the unified energy and style.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment during rehearsals to anchor the tempo and feel, especially as singers learn the rhythmic groove of the 2-beat.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece or closer for a movie-themed concert, or use it as an audience energizer mid-program when you need a tonal shift toward fun and theatricality. Its 16 pages allow it to anchor a program segment without dominating a full concert.

Skills your students will build

  • Performing in 2-beat feel with rhythmic precision and forward momentum
  • Balancing theatrical interpretation with musical accuracy
  • Singing with character and personality while maintaining blend
  • Coordinating movement and choreography with vocal parts
  • Quick harmonic changes and syncopated rhythms in treble voicing

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