Like, Totally '80s (arr. Mark Brymer): 2-Part Choral Octavo

Synthetic, propulsive, unapologetically joyful. These arrangements capture the glossy optimism and infectious hooks that made 1980s pop inescapable. Your singers will recognize the melodies immediately, which frees them to focus on blend and phrasing.

Choirs seeking repertoire that engages singers across age ranges and skill levels. The 2-part voicing makes it accessible to developing groups while the cultural currency of these songs keeps rehearsals energized and audiences delighted.

• Lean into the rhythmic precision of the era; lock the groove early in rehearsal by having singers tap the beat internally before adding notes, building confidence in the pocket.
• Honor the original song's production style by exploring how your accompaniment track sits within the arrangement. Let the recording guide your dynamic choices rather than fight against it.
• Encourage clarity in the upper register, especially on sustained vowels, since 1980s vocal production prized brightness and projection.

Reserve this for pops concerts, holiday shows with a modern twist, or as a concert opener that signals you're not taking yourself too seriously. The extended length (33 pages) suggests a medley or collection approach, making it ideal for an entire set that showcases the decade's range.

• Singing syncopated rhythms characteristic of 1980s pop production
• Maintaining vocal brightness and projection in contemporary arrangements
• Blending two-part textures while preserving melodic clarity
• Responding to recorded accompaniment tracks with rhythmic independence
• Stylistic interpretation of secular pop repertoire