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I Got Rhythm: TTBB Choral Octavo

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I Got Rhythm: TTBB Choral Octavo

I Got Rhythm: TTBB Choral Octavo

Words and music by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin / arr. Mark Hayes

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No one but Mark Hayes could take this Gershwin masterpiece and make it into an absolutely rip-roaring, no-holds-barred choral work. You want rhythm? You'll get it, in more ways than you can count in this outstanding arrangement of one of America's great songs. A classic, by any standard.

Don't just read it, hear it, play along with it, and watch your students grow with it. In MakeMusic Cloud, I Got Rhythm: TTBB Choral Octavo comes alive with professional accompaniment, adjustable tempo, and built-in practice tools that turn solo practice into real progress.

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 16
UPC: 038081553047
SKU: 00-48481

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About the Composer: George Gershwin

George Gershwin (1898-1937) bridged concert hall and Broadway with a compositional voice that felt unmistakably American. His ability to blend jazz idioms, popular song forms, and sophisticated harmonic language created works that have endured across performance contexts, from concert stages to dance halls. "I Got Rhythm" stands as one of his most recognizable melodies, composed with his brother Ira for the 1930 musical "Girl Crazy."

Gershwin's output influenced generations of composers and remains a cornerstone of music education repertoire. His works teach students about the evolution of American musical identity and the craft of writing melodies that stick with listeners long after the performance ends.

Why we love this

Mark Hayes finds the rhythmic DNA in Gershwin's melody and builds an arrangement that rewards ensemble work and musicality. The flexible voicing options (TB/TTB/TBB/TTBB) let you scale this to your section strengths without sacrificing the infectious energy that makes the tune so singable. Recorded accompaniment is included, so your singers can lock into the groove immediately.

What to expect

Pure optimism and forward momentum. Hayes honors Gershwin's original melodic gift while wrapping it in modern harmonic color and rhythmic vitality. The piece bounces along with the kind of infectious energy that makes singers want to perform it and audiences want to hear it again.

Who it's for

Men's choirs and TTBB ensembles looking for contemporary arrangements of classic American songbook material. This works well for groups comfortable with jazz rhythms and syncopation and who want a crowd-pleasing piece that still respects the musicality of the source material.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melody with dynamic clarity in the lead line. The familiarity of "I Got Rhythm" means audiences hear every note; precision and phrasing matter as much as power.
  • Lean into the rhythmic precision throughout. This arrangement thrives on tight ensemble attacks and releases; work on matching vowels and cutoffs across all four parts.
  • Balance the accompaniment voices so they support the melody without burying it. The jazz feel depends on clarity of line, even in the densest textures.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment to establish the tempo and groove early in rehearsal. Let singers feel the swing before drilling individual parts.

How to use it

Pair this with other American standards to build a concert that celebrates the Great American Songbook, or use it as a showstopper that gives your men's chorus a chance to show range beyond classical repertoire. The 16-page octavo length and accessible voicing options make it a smart choice for festival programs or concert closers where you want a strong send-off.

Skills your students will build

  • Syncopated rhythm reading and execution in a jazz context
  • Balancing melody and harmony across flexible TTBB voicing
  • Phrasing in popular song style
  • Ensemble blend and precision in rhythmic attacks

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