Jump To The Rhythm (from Jump In!) (arr. Alan Billingsley): 2-Part Choral Octavo

Alan Billingsley's arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original while keeping the two-part texture clean and achievable. Young singers get to perform a contemporary, recognizable tune that actually excites them to be in the room.

Bright, bouncy, and built for movement. The arrangement sparkles with rhythmic energy while staying vocally manageable, creating a piece that feels modern and fun rather than overly polished or formal.

Elementary and middle school choirs looking for contemporary repertoire that engages young singers with material they know and love. Works equally well in secular school settings and children's choir programs.

• Lock in the rhythmic groove from the first rehearsal. Mark the subdivision on the chart so singers feel the pulse underneath the written rhythms.
• Encourage physical commitment without choreography requirements. A little body movement or sway helps singers stay rhythmically engaged and adds presence to the performance.
• Balance vocal weight between the two parts. In sections where parts move in octaves or unison, make sure both sections can be heard equally.

Program this as an opening number or crowd-pleaser in a concert featuring contemporary repertoire and film music. It pairs well with other upbeat Disney selections and works beautifully as an all-school or family concert finale.

• Maintaining rhythmic precision in syncopated passages
• Singing in two independent parts with clear textural awareness
• Connecting contemporary arranged music to original recordings
• Coordinate singing with movement and physical expression