Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes) (arr. Roger Emerson): Choral Instrumental Pak
By Barry Mason / By Tony Macaulay / As performed by Edison Lighthouse / Arranged by Roger Emerson
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Capturing the sugar-sweet, feel-good magic of the 1970 no. 1 UK hit by Edison Lighthouse, Roger Emerson's delightful arrangement of "Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes)" will brighten any choral program with its retro appeal. From the first few notes of an instantly-recognizable opening riff, your audience won't be able to stop themselves from moving to the music.
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Hal Leonard
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About the Composer: Barry Mason
Barry Mason co-wrote some of the most infectious pop songs of the late 1960s and early 1970s, working in partnership with Tony Macaulay. His gift for crafting melodic hooks that stick with listeners made him a fixture on British radio during that era. Mason understood how to build a song that feels effortless but is actually carefully constructed, a quality that made "Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes)" an enduring standard.
Why we love this
Roger Emerson has stripped away nothing essential and added exactly what a choral ensemble needs: a rhythmic vitality that keeps singers engaged and an arrangement flexible enough to work with varying instrumental resources. The retro charm never feels forced, and audiences consistently light up the moment that opening riff lands.
What to expect
Pure nostalgia wrapped in a contemporary sensibility. The arrangement radiates warmth and optimism while maintaining the original's infectious bounce, creating an atmosphere where singers and listeners alike naturally want to move along with the music.
Who it's for
Choral programs seeking a sophisticated pop arrangement that works equally well at spring concerts, fundraisers, or community events. This sits comfortably in the repertoire of high school and college choirs, and works beautifully when you need a piece with immediate audience appeal that doesn't sacrifice musicality.
How to get the most out of it
- Anchor the groove by locking the rhythm section into the pulse of the original recording. A steady, slightly laid-back feel distinguishes this song from a generic pop tune.
- Shape the vocal line with a conversational ease. The melody should float naturally over the rhythm rather than sit on top of it.
- Balance brightness in the upper voices against the harmonic weight underneath. This arrangement thrives when all sections pull their weight equally.
- Let the recognizable hook breathe in the opening. Resist the urge to rush; let your audience settle into the groove before the choir enters.
How to use it
Consider pairing this with other well-crafted pop arrangements to build a set that spans decades and styles, or use it as the energetic centerpiece of a program that otherwise leans classical. It's the kind of piece that reminds audiences why they came to the concert in the first place.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining rhythmic independence in the rhythm section while supporting harmonic cohesion
- Singing with intentional inflection and phrasing in a contemporary pop idiom
- Balancing ensemble blend across modern chord voicings
- Interpreting groove and swing within a written score