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If I Could Turn Back Time: SSA Choral Octavo

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If I Could Turn Back Time: SSA Choral Octavo

If I Could Turn Back Time: SSA Choral Octavo

Words and music by Diane Warren / arr. Eric Van Cleave

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From Las Vegas to Broadway to your stage! This iconic Cher anthem appears as the opening number in the musical The Cher Show, about the life and early career of the legendary songstress. No-fuss harmonies and recurring rhythm hooks make this a quick-learn for pop groups and show choirs. Sequins and dance moves are optional, but a rock 'n roll attitude is required!

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
UPC: 038081553245
SKU: 00-48501

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About the Composer: Diane Warren

Diane Warren is one of the most prolific and successful songwriters in contemporary music, with a catalog spanning film, television, and popular music across four decades. Her compositions have earned numerous Grammy nominations and Academy Award recognition, establishing her as a master of emotionally resonant melodies that connect with broad audiences. Warren's gift for crafting memorable hooks and singable melodies makes her work particularly valuable in choral settings.

Why we love this

This arrangement captures everything that made the original a powerhouse hit while keeping the harmonic structure transparent enough for SSA ensembles to learn quickly. The rhythmic drive and recurring melodic hooks sustain energy across the 12 pages without requiring complex voice-leading or extended ranges. Choirs perform it with confidence, and audiences respond immediately to music they already know and love.

What to expect

Propulsive and confident, with an infectious rhythm that propels the story forward. The arrangement captures the song's defiant emotional core: a declaration of resilience wrapped in an irresistible melody that makes you want to move.

Who it's for

Pop and show choirs seeking a crowd-pleasing contemporary number that requires minimal rehearsal time and delivers immediate impact. Directors programming concerts that blend Broadway repertoire with pop classics will find this SSA arrangement accessible for choirs of varying experience levels.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock the rhythmic foundation in rehearsal before layering harmony; the recurring rhythm hooks anchor the whole arrangement and give singers confidence.
  • Shape the dynamics across each section rather than singing at one level throughout; the song gains power from building intensity into key moments.
  • Commit fully to the rock 'n roll attitude in tone and energy, even if your group isn't using choreography or staging.
  • Balance the SSA voicing so the melody stays clear and the harmonic support doesn't overwhelm the top line.

How to use it

Program this as a concert opener to grab attention immediately, or feature it as part of a Broadway-themed concert block that includes other contemporary musical theater selections. The 12-page length and quick-learn potential make it ideal for spring shows or end-of-year performances when rehearsal time is compressed.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing pop/rock style with proper tone and articulation
  • Executing rhythmic precision in syncopated passages
  • Balancing three-part harmony while maintaining melodic clarity
  • Shaping dynamics and phrasing within a commercial song structure

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