I Got You (I Feel Good) (arr. Roel Griffioen): SSAA Choral Octavo
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I Got You (I Feel Good) (arr. Roel Griffioen): SSAA Choral Octavo

As performed by James Brown / Arranged by Roel Griffioen

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 12
SKU: 35-DS00490634

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About the Artist: James Brown

James Brown earned his place in music history as one of the most influential performers of the 20th century. His innovations in rhythm, groove, and stage presence fundamentally changed popular music and established the sonic foundations of funk and soul. Brown's emphasis on the backbeat and complex rhythmic layering influenced generations of musicians across every genre.

Why we love this

Griffioen's arrangement captures the infectious energy and rhythmic drive of this classic without requiring instrumental accompaniment. The SSAA voicing distributes the iconic hook and supporting lines in ways that let every section shine, making this accessible for mixed-ability choirs while preserving the tune's unmistakable character.

What to expect

Pure elation. This arrangement maintains the swaggering confidence and undeniable joy of the original, channeling that signature funky strut into four-part harmony. Your singers will feel the momentum carrying them through, and audiences will immediately connect with music that shaped popular culture.

Who it's for

Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that audiences recognize and enjoy performing. The a cappella format works for groups with limited rehearsal space or those building confidence in independent singing without instrumental support.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock the rhythmic pulse early in rehearsals. This tune lives and breathes in its groove, so establish the eighth note subdivision and backbeat feel before adding harmonic complexity.
  • Shape the solo line dynamically to highlight the call-and-response sections. The arrangement likely trades the signature riff between voices, so clarity and contrast between sections matters more than volume.
  • Differentiate between supportive background figures and moments where the full choir unites. A cappella arrangements thrive when voicings create texture intentionally rather than singing every section at the same density.

How to use it

Place this in a concert alongside other pop or soul standards to create a program section that feels current and energetic. The 12 pages allow for rehearsal depth without demanding excessive time investment, making it ideal for an intermediate-level choir preparing a spring concert or educational performance.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing independent lines in a cappella settings
  • Understanding and executing funk rhythmic feels
  • Managing call-and-response phrasing
  • Balancing solo and ensemble textures within a single voicing

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