It's All Right: 2-Part/SSA Choral Octavo
Inspired by Jon Batiste for the movie Soul
Words and music by Curtis Mayfield / arr. Robert T. Gibson
Item: 00-PO-0006731
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Description
Jon Batiste's cover for Pixar's Soul brings this feel-good Curtis Mayfield song to a whole new generation. Built on a soulful groove, jazzy twists, and and upbeat vibe, it's everywhere! First made famous by The Impressions, a 60s group of which Mayfield was a member, this happy hit has stood the test of time, recorded by many diverse artists over the years. The arranger adds his own authentic touch with some gospel inflections and interjections. "It's all right, have a good time, 'cause it's all right!"
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0006731
More about this title
About the Composer: Curtis Mayfield
Curtis Mayfield (1942-1999) stands as one of soul and R&B music's most influential voices and songwriters. As a founding member and lead vocalist of The Impressions, Mayfield crafted some of the 1960s' most enduring hits while simultaneously using his platform to address social and political issues. His sophisticated harmonic sensibility, warm vocal delivery, and gift for melody made him a model for generations of singers and arrangers.
Why we love this
Robert T. Gibson's arrangement captures the infectious joy that made this song a standard while honoring Mayfield's soulful roots. The gospel inflections and authentic grooves give your singers real musical substance to work with, not just a surface-level pop arrangement. It's a song your singers will want to sing again and again because it feels good in their bodies and voices.
What to expect
Warm, optimistic, and full of movement. There's a conversational ease to the melody paired with a rhythm that makes you want to move. The gospel touches add soulfulness and depth, transforming what could be a lightweight pop song into something with genuine heart and authenticity.
Who it's for
This arrangement works beautifully for middle school, high school, and adult choirs of mixed abilities. The accessible voicing and universally recognizable melody mean that singers new to jazz harmony and contemporary grooves can jump in immediately, while more experienced ensembles will appreciate the arranging details and stylistic demands.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the groove with your rhythm section from the first rehearsal. The pocket matters more than perfection here; encourage your singers to feel the pulse rather than mechanically count.
- Lean into the gospel inflections and call-and-response moments. Gibson's interjections work best when they feel natural and conversational, not staged.
- Balance the lead and ensemble voices thoughtfully. The SSA/2-Part voicing gives you flexibility to highlight soloists while maintaining the group's cohesion.
How to use it
This piece shines in concerts celebrating popular music, film scores, or American soul traditions. It's equally at home in a spring pop concert, a cabaret-style program, or a set exploring contemporary artists who reimagine classics. The recorded accompaniment makes it ideal for non-traditional venues or school assemblies where a full band isn't available.
Skills your students will build
- Blues and gospel harmony conventions (seventh chords, suspended harmonies)
- Rhythmic independence within syncopated ensemble textures
- Stylistically informed vocal expression in contemporary and soul idioms
- Call-and-response singing across two or three voice parts