Isn't She Lovely?: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Stevie Wonder / Arranged by Ed Lojeski
Item: 35-PK00414821
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In 1976, Stevie Wonder released his double album "Song in the Key of Life." This epic LP contained 21 hits but none bigger than this jazz infused ode to Stevie's daughter. Lifted to new popularity as Stevie serenaded Michelle Obama on the "Tonight Show" during her final week as the First Lady, this new arrangement captures the RB feel along with the tenderness expressed between a dad and his daughter.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00414821
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About the Artist: Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder emerged as one of the most influential musicians of the late 20th century, blending soul, jazz, funk, and pop into a signature sound that transcended genre boundaries. His work as a composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist set a standard for harmonic sophistication and emotional authenticity that continues to shape contemporary music education and professional performance.
Why we love this
Ed Lojeski's arrangement preserves the warmth and rhythmic sophistication of the original while making it accessible for mixed ensembles. The piece carries genuine emotional weight without requiring virtuosic vocal lines, which means your singers can focus on the tenderness of the material rather than technical gymnastics. Programming this gives you a modern classic that audiences recognize instantly and that students find genuinely moving to perform.
What to expect
Intimate and unhurried, the arrangement wraps you in warm harmonies and subtle jazz inflections that feel both nostalgic and immediate. There's tenderness in every phrase, the kind of emotional directness that makes a room go quiet when it's performed well.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking repertoire that speaks to students' actual musical lives and connects to contemporary idioms without sacrificing artistry. This works equally well for concert programs, pop jazz ensembles, or a cappella groups wanting to branch into accompanied arrangements.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the groove relaxed and conversational. This is a lullaby, not a dance number; resist the urge to rush the swing feel.
- Balance the R&B rhythmic vocabulary (syncopation, laid-back phrasing) with clear diction in the lyrics so the narrative of the song comes through.
- Let the accompaniment track shape your tempo and feel rather than imposing a click-track mentality. The recorded version breathes.
- Pay attention to dynamics as emotional shaping, not just volume. The softer passages reveal the tenderness that makes this arrangement special.
How to use it
Consider pairing this with other contemporary pop arrangements or soul music selections to create a thematic concert section about family and relationships. It works beautifully as a centerpiece for a holiday program or spring concert, offering audiences a refreshing alternative to standard seasonal fare while maintaining the warmth that fits those contexts naturally.
Skills your students will build
- Singing R&B and jazz phrasing with appropriate rhythmic independence
- Balancing ensemble blend in syncopated, groove-based music
- Interpreting swing rhythms in a contemporary vocal context
- Connecting emotional intention to musical expression in text setting