I'm So Excited (arr. Jo Annemans): SMATB Choral Octavo

Jo Annemans captures the infectious urgency of this 1982 hit while writing for voices in a way that feels natural and achievable. The arrangement respects the original's rhythmic vitality without requiring Olympic vocal gymnastics, making it genuinely fun to rehearse and perform.

Pure joy wrapped in funk and soul. This is music that makes singers smile and audiences move, with the kind of infectious rhythm that gets stuck in everyone's head long after the final note.

Choirs looking to program something with genuine popular appeal that doesn't sacrifice musicality or ensemble work. This arrangement works equally well for secular choirs, show choirs, or any ensemble wanting to energize an audience.

• Nail the rhythmic precision in the opening sections; the groove lives in the pocket, not in rushing ahead of the beat.
• Let the soloists shine during their moments, especially on the signature excited phrases that define the song's character.
• Shape dynamics carefully through the repeating sections to avoid fatigue; use subtle variation in intensity to keep the energy fresh rather than cranking volume continuously.
• Layer the final repetitions strategically, building the texture gradually as voices drop in and out to mimic the recorded original.

Pair this with other uplifting pop arrangements to create a concert set with real momentum, or use it as a finale to lift the energy in the room. It's equally effective at pops concerts, end-of-year celebrations, or any performance where you want to leave audiences exhilarated.

• Tight rhythmic unison and synchronization across four parts
• Maintaining groove while singing a cappella
• Balancing solos with ensemble textures in pop arrangements
• Sustaining energy across repeated musical phrases without losing focus