Levitating (arr. Mark Brymer): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Dua Lipa / Arranged by Mark Brymer
Item: 35-PK01172031
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Dua Lipa's stranglehold on nostalgic, infectiously funky pop shows no signs of letting up anytime soon. Named the #1 song of 2021 by Billboard, don't miss your chance to program this crowd pleaser!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01172031
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About the Artist: Dua Lipa
Dua Lipa emerged as one of the defining pop voices of the 2020s, blending disco and funk influences with contemporary production. Her ability to craft songs with infectious grooves and memorable hooks has made her catalog a staple in popular music and an increasingly common request in choral programs.
Why we love this
Mark Brymer's arrangement captures the propulsive funk and retro shimmer that made this song inescapable, translating those qualities into a voicing that works for rhythm sections and general choirs alike. Programming a track this recognizable and energetic gives singers immediate ownership of the material. The groove sits in a sweet spot where it's both accessible and genuinely satisfying to perform.
What to expect
Buoyant and propulsive, with the kind of infectious rhythmic energy that makes standing still nearly impossible. The arrangement channels 1970s disco through a 2020s lens, creating something that feels both nostalgic and current, playful and polished.
Who it's for
Any director needing a high-energy, contemporary selection with broad appeal to singers and audiences. This works equally well in jazz/pop-focused programs and traditional ensembles looking to modernize their concert offerings.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock in the rhythmic pocket early; this arrangement lives or dies by groove consistency, so lock the rhythm section's foundation before layering vocal parts.
- Keep the syncopation crisp without letting it feel mechanical. The disco influences should feel human and swinging rather than robotic.
- Balance the lead vocal line so it cuts through without overpowering the funk texture underneath; the accompaniment is part of the song's charm.
- Lean into the disco-era production details in the arrangement. Those touches are what make this feel fresh rather than a straight pop cover.
How to use it
Open a concert with this to immediately engage your audience, or position it as a palate cleanser between more classical selections to showcase your ensemble's range. The track's recognizability and energy make it ideal for recruiting concerts or community performances where you want to demonstrate that choral music can be relevant and fun.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated figures and funk grooves
- Listening to and balancing within a layered harmonic texture
- Stylistic interpretation of contemporary pop production
- Maintaining groove consistency across extended phrases