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I Dare You: SATB Choral Octavo

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I Dare You: SATB Choral Octavo

I Dare You: SATB Choral Octavo

Words and music by Laura Veltz, Jesse Shatkin, Natalie Hemby, Jeff Gitty, and Ben West / arr. Andy Beck

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GRAMMY® Award-winning artist (and talk show host) Kelly Clarkson received widespread critical acclaim for this song of acceptance during a time when we need it most. A lively pop beat drives the anthem to its "I dare you to love" hook, delivering a sincere message of universal inspiration. Be sure to check out Kelly's alternate language versions, including one performed in American Sign Language. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 16
UPC: 038081562728
SKU: 00-48948

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Why we love this

Andy Beck's arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original without sacrificing the song's genuine emotional core. The pop idiom feels natural in a choral setting here, allowing singers to connect authentically with a message that resonates across age groups and skill levels. This is the rare contemporary piece that works equally well as a feel-good concert moment or as a stepping stone into pop arranging for choirs still building confidence with non-classical genres.

What to expect

Immediate and inviting. The arrangement radiates an unforced optimism driven by that lively pop beat, with harmonies that feel designed to lift rather than complicate. There's an earnestness here that avoids saccharine territory, making it genuinely encouraging without preaching.

Who it's for

Choirs seeking accessible, contemporary repertoire with a message that actually lands. This works for high school choirs, community ensembles, and college groups looking to program something beyond the standard pop catalog. Directors comfortable with rock-influenced grooves and singers who respond well to modern idioms will find real joy in this piece.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock the groove early in rehearsal. The lively pop beat is the backbone; once your rhythm section (or recorded accompaniment) feels conversational and relaxed, the vocalists will find their pocket naturally.
  • Shape the "I dare you to love" hook so it lands with sincerity, not camp. Encourage singers to own the directness of the lyric rather than pull back from it.
  • Balance energy with breath. The arrangement likely moves, so map out strategic breathing points that don't disrupt phrasing, especially in unison or tight harmony sections.
  • Explore the song's dynamic range. Even upbeat pop pieces benefit from moments of pull-back that make the big moments hit harder.

How to use it

Open a spring or end-of-year concert with this; its forward-looking message and infectious beat set a tone of celebration. Pair it strategically with heavier or more reflective repertoire to create dynamic programming contrast. Consider it also for benefit concerts, diversity celebrations, or any program centered on community and acceptance.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing contemporary pop grooves and understanding rhythm feel vs. strict metering
  • Balancing rhythmic precision with conversational delivery in modern idioms
  • Part independence within a pop texture (SATB layering over a driven beat)
  • Connecting emotional authenticity to performance choices in non-classical music

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