Jump: SATB Choral Octavo
As performed by the Cast of Glee
By Edward Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, Michael Anthony, and David Lee Roth / arr. Andy Beck
Item: 00-PO-0007775
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Description
Now your students, too, can perform this '80s Van Halen hit just like the cast of Glee! An energized choir sings rhythmic back-ups for a featured small group throughout, and the optional "Mercedes" descant will take your group to new heights. "Go ahead and jump!"
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
20
SKU:
00-PO-0007775
More about this title
About the Composer: Edward Van Halen
Edward Van Halen revolutionized rock guitar in the 1970s and 1980s, introducing tapping and other innovative techniques that fundamentally changed how the instrument was played. As the primary composer and guitarist for Van Halen, he crafted some of rock's most recognizable anthems, blending technical virtuosity with infectious melodies that made complex music feel energetic and accessible.
For choral educators, Van Halen's work offers a direct line to the music students actually listen to. His compositions balance sophistication with infectious hooks, making them ideal vehicles for teaching contemporary arrangement, rhythmic precision, and the joy of performing repertoire that resonates in students' own lives.
Why we love this
Andy Beck's arrangement captures the signature Van Halen groove while giving every section meaningful material. The rhythmic backup texture keeps your entire choir engaged, and the optional "Mercedes" descant is a brilliant touch that lets advanced singers shine without overshadowing the ensemble sound.
What to expect
Electric and propulsive, with the kind of rhythmic drive that makes audiences want to move. The arrangement transforms the iconic Van Halen groove into a choral vehicle that feels fresh and modern rather than a novelty cover.
Who it's for
High school and college choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that engages students through recognizable, high-energy material. Directors looking to balance a concert program with a piece that demonstrates versatility and appeals to student performers and audiences alike.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock in the rhythmic precision early. This piece hinges on tight, driving rhythms in the backup parts; spend rehearsal time building ensemble cohesion around the pulse before layering in the lead vocal sections.
- Assign your "Mercedes" descant strategically. Select singers who can sustain the soaring line without pulling focus from the featured group, and rehearse descant independence thoroughly so it enhances rather than competes.
- Shape the dynamics across phrases rather than sustaining a single energy level. Even an energized rock arrangement benefits from strategic dips and builds that keep the performance from becoming one-note.
How to use it
Position this as a concert highlight or finale that energizes the audience and showcases your choir's range beyond traditional choral fare. It pairs well in a program that mixes genres or celebrates popular music's influence on contemporary composition.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated, rock-influenced patterns
- Ensemble cohesion in a feature group with contrasting backup textures
- Balancing blend and blend modification in SATB harmony within a contemporary style
- Sustaining energy and stylistic consistency across a mid-length arrangement