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

As performed by The Pointer Sisters / Arranged by Jo Annemans

Item: 35-DS00489289
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 15
SKU: 35-DS00489289

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About the Artist: The Pointer Sisters

The Pointer Sisters emerged from Oakland in the 1970s as one of the most dynamic vocal groups in popular music, blending soul, funk, and pop with infectious energy and impeccable harmonies. Their signature sound combined tight sisterly blend with individual personality, making them masters of both uptempo party anthems and sophisticated ballads. Their influence on contemporary a cappella and pop arranging remains significant, particularly in how they demonstrated the power of vocal unity without sacrificing each singer's distinctive character.

Why we love this

Jo Annemans captures the irrepressible joy of this 1984 hit while writing it in a way that's genuinely singable for mixed ensembles. The SSMAA voicing creates unexpected harmonic depth, and the arrangement respects the song's structural simplicity rather than overcomplicating it, which means your singers spend rehearsal time on blend and energy instead of wrestling with notation.

What to expect

Pure infectious joy without irony or nostalgia. This arrangement captures that moment when a song becomes impossible to resist, when the rhythm takes over and singing together feels like the most natural response. The spirit is celebratory and grounded in groove rather than flashiness.

Who it's for

Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that connects with audiences immediately and doesn't require extensive technical acrobatics. The five-part women's voicing works for groups with flexible ensemble sizes and those building confidence in more recent pop arrangements.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock the rhythmic drive early. This song lives on precision and forward motion; sloppy attacks kill the excitement immediately.
  • Find the conversational quality in the melody line. The Pointer Sisters' original thrives on personality and call-response moments that should feel like genuine back-and-forth rather than orchestrated parts.
  • Balance the homophonic sections against moments where individual lines emerge. The arrangement likely shifts between full-choir unison and voiced passages; clarity between those textures keeps listeners engaged.
  • Build dynamics gradually through repetition rather than jumping to full volume. The song's structure repeats hooks; let each iteration grow slightly, mirroring how the original recording pulls you deeper in.

How to use it

Drop this into a pops concert, spring finale, or any program needing an immediate energy boost without tonal whiplash. It pairs well alongside other pop standards or sits effectively as a palate cleanser between more serious repertoire.

Skills your students will build

  • Rhythmic precision in a cappella context without instrumental support
  • Balancing individual vocal personality with ensemble blend
  • Executing smooth transitions between homophonic and polyphonic textures
  • Sustaining energetic delivery across repeated sections and hooks

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