Let's Hear It for the Boy: SSAAA Choral Octavo
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Let's Hear It for the Boy: SSAAA Choral Octavo

As performed by Tom Snow / As performed by Dean Pitchford / As performed by Deniece Williams / As performed by Anne Raugh / Arranged by Deke Sharon

Item: 35-DS00299544
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 12
SKU: 35-DS00299544

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About the Artist: Tom Snow

Tom Snow is a songwriter and composer whose work spans pop, film, and television. His collaborations with lyricist Dean Pitchford produced some of the most memorable songs of the 1980s, including this enduring pop-soul classic. Snow's gift for crafting hooks and melodic phrases that stick with singers and listeners alike has made his songs natural fits for choral arrangement.

Why we love this

Deke Sharon's arrangement respects the infectious spirit of the original while giving your singers room to shine in an accessible five-part texture. The energy is immediate and joyful, and your singers will love how the piece lets them explore contemporary pop arranging without losing the character that makes the song work. It's a guaranteed audience favorite that doesn't require a band to land.

What to expect

Upbeat and celebratory, with the kind of infectious groove that makes singers smile during rehearsal. The arrangement has sparkle and snap, with vocal layers that create texture and movement without ever feeling overcomplicated or precious.

Who it's for

This works beautifully for choirs that want to program contemporary pop with an a cappella arrangement that sounds polished and fun. It's ideal for singers who enjoy the rhythmic precision and vocal layering of modern choral arranging without needing instrumental support or complex vocal production.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock the rhythmic backbone early by drilling the core parts (usually SA) at tempo before adding the upper voices, which will help the arrangement breathe rather than feel cluttered.
  • Lean into the conversational quality of the vocal lines; treat the interplay between sections like a dialogue rather than a static block of sound.
  • Keep the energy forward but don't rush; the groove sits better when it feels intentional rather than frantic.
  • Shape the dynamics across the full five parts so that the ear can follow the arranging choices Sharon has written in.

How to use it

Pair this with other pop or contemporary classics to create a modern music segment that connects with audiences outside traditional concert-goers. It's also a strong choice for pops concerts or spring programs where the goal is energy and accessibility alongside musical integrity.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading SSAA voicing and finding independence within close harmony
  • Rhythmic precision in syncopated pop styles
  • Balancing blend and blend in contemporary arranging
  • Sustaining energy and groove without instrumental accompaniment

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