How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You): Choral Instrumental Pak
By Brian Holland / By Lamont Dozier / By Edward Holland / As performed by Marvin Gaye / As performed by James Taylor / As performed by Michael Buble / Arranged by Mark Brymer
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A hit by Marvin Gaye in 1965, a hit for James Taylor in 1975, this perennial classic gets a big band swing remake by Michael Buble! A wonderful showcase for pop, show, jazz or community groups, your audience will rave! Duration: ca. 2:30.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00151347
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About the Composer: Brian Holland
Brian Holland was one of the architects of the Motown sound, co-writing and producing some of the label's most enduring hits during the 1960s. Alongside Lamont Dozier and Edward Holland (known collectively as Holland-Dozier-Holland), he crafted songs that balanced sophisticated pop sensibility with infectious groove, creating music that transcended genre boundaries and generations.
Why we love this
Mark Brymer's arrangement brings the swagger of contemporary big band swing to a song that's already proven its staying power across multiple decades and artists. Your ensemble gets to sink into genuinely fun material with immediate audience recognition, all while maintaining the musicianship that makes a jazz arrangement worth rehearsing.
What to expect
Warmth wrapped in sophistication. The arrangement has a glow to it that matches the song's theme; there's genuine affection in the harmonies and a lift in the swing feel that makes even the simplest moments feel celebratory.
Who it's for
Jazz ensembles, show choirs, community concert groups, and pop-focused choruses looking for repertoire that audiences genuinely want to hear. It works equally well for groups that want to polish their swing vocabulary without tackling a full big band book.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock into the groove early. The swing feel needs pocket and consistency; spend rehearsal time getting the rhythm section tight before layering in the harmonic complexity.
- Balance the vocal melody against the instrumental voices so the lyrics stay front and center. This arrangement supports the song's story rather than obscuring it.
- Shape the dynamics across the full 2:30 to keep energy from flattening. Find natural peaks in the arrangement and use them as landmarks for building and releasing tension.
- Lean into the Motown DNA. The original's soul influence still lives in this swing version; avoid making it sound too sterile or overly cerebral.
How to use it
Pair this with other contemporary pop standards for a second half that shows your ensemble's versatility, or use it as a finale that leaves the audience smiling on their way out. The 2:30 duration slots perfectly into longer concert sets without requiring special dramatic setup.
Skills your students will build
- Reading swing rhythms and articulation markings
- Balancing vocal lines with jazz instrumental textures
- Maintaining groove consistency across a full arrangement
- Interpreting jazz phrasing while serving lyrical content
- Coordinating ensemble color in a pop-jazz context