I'm Not the Only One: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Sam Smith / Arranged by Mac Huff
Item: 35-PK00308583
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From the British singer/songwriter Sam Smith, this pop ballad found major chart success across the globe. With a message of heartache and loss, this piano-driven track features simple, emotional lyrics that will resonate with choirs and audiences everywhere.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00308583
More about this title
About the Artist: Sam Smith
Sam Smith emerged in the early 2010s as a distinctive voice in British pop, known for emotionally raw vocals and introspective songwriting. Their chart-topping ballads blend soul, pop, and R&B sensibilities, making them a natural fit for choral adaptation.
Why we love this
Mac Huff's arrangement respects the song's intimate vocal core while giving choirs the scaffolding to deliver genuine emotional impact. Contemporary pop ballads this sincere rarely make it into the choral canon, so this fills a real repertoire need for groups seeking material that speaks to student singers and modern audiences alike.
What to expect
Sparse and tender, this ballad creates space for vulnerability. The piano-driven texture leaves the choir's voice front and center, carrying the weight of lyrics about betrayal and resilience with an aching clarity.
Who it's for
This arrangement suits choirs at the intermediate level and beyond who want contemporary material with genuine emotional substance. It works equally well for high school groups seeking crossover appeal and adult choirs interested in expanding beyond traditional repertoire.
How to get the most out of it
- Prioritize dynamic control in the verses. The simplicity of the arrangement means every breath and phrase shape lands audibly; resist the urge to oversing.
- Balance the piano part carefully so it supports without overwhelming the choir. This song lives in vulnerability, not volume.
- Shape the text with intention. Words like 'heartache' and 'loss' carry weight; let the choir sit with them rather than rushing past.
- Consider a solo or small group for verses to create contrast before full choir enters, deepening the emotional arc.
How to use it
Program this during a modern repertoire set or as a poignant second half opener. It pairs naturally with other contemporary songs or standalone as a powerful closer that leaves the audience seated in reflection.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining long phrases with proper breath support
- Emotional storytelling through legit pop style singing
- Balancing blend while maintaining lyrical clarity
- Responding to piano accompaniment cues and tempo