I'm Still Standing (arr. Pete Schmutte): TTBB Choral Octavo

Pete Schmutte's arrangement captures the defiant energy of this anthem while making it genuinely singable for male voices across a range of abilities. The arrangement respects the song's iconic melody while giving each voice part something to engage with, creating that feel-good momentum your singers will carry off stage.

Infectious, buoyant, and undeniably fun. The arrangement captures the pop-rock swagger of the original while channeling it through ensemble voicing that feels both accessible and musically rewarding. Your singers will feel the lift in their posture and the smile in their voices.

Male choirs of mixed ability looking for contemporary repertoire that genuinely excites singers and audiences alike. This works equally well for community choirs seeking crowd-pleasing material and school choirs wanting to program something modern without sacrificing musicianship.

• Nail the rhythmic precision in the opening sections. The groove lives in tight ensemble attacks, so lock the rhythm section early and often in rehearsal.
• Balance the melody between your tenors and baritones so no single line dominates; this arrangement works best when all voices share ownership of the tune.
• Find the swagger in the lyrical content. This song demands confidence, so encourage singers to commit fully to the character and attitude the text requires.
• Work the dynamic contrast between verse and chorus. The song's energy builds, and allowing that shape to breathe makes the final sections land with real impact.

Drop this into a spring or end-of-year concert to close a set with energy, or pair it with other contemporary pop arrangements for a themed program. It also works beautifully as an uplifting opener that immediately engages an audience and sets a celebratory tone.

• Sustaining rhythmic precision in pop/rock idioms with syncopation
• Balancing melody and harmony across multiple voice parts
• Singing with stylistic authenticity and character in contemporary music
• Ensemble blend across different voice ranges and timbres
• Dynamic control and phrasing within repetitive, groove-based material