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Lovely (from 13 Reasons Why) (arr. Mark Brymer): SATB Choral Octavo

As performed by Billie Eilish Khalid / As performed by Billie Eilish / Arranged by Mark Brymer

Item: 35-DS00434022

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 10
SKU: 35-DS00434022

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About the Artist: Billie Eilish Khalid

Billie Eilish emerged as a defining voice of her generation with a whisper-quiet vocal style and introspective songwriting that upended pop conventions. Her collaboration with producer brother Finneas and featured artists like Khalid created some of the most streamed songs globally, earning Grammy recognition while reaching audiences across age groups and musical backgrounds.

For choral directors, Eilish's catalog represents contemporary songwriting that resonates deeply with student singers. Her melodies sit naturally in the voice, her lyrics connect to the emotional lives of young people, and her production choices translate surprisingly well to acoustic arrangements.

Why we love this

Mark Brymer's arrangement captures the intimate vulnerability of this duet without losing the song's contemporary edge. The SATB voicing lets every section carry the melody at different moments, creating conversation between parts rather than relegating anyone to harmony filler. Programming a song your singers already know and love builds immediate engagement with choral singing.

What to expect

Tender and honest. The song's restraint creates space for vulnerability, and Brymer's arrangement honors that quietness while building moments of collective sound that feel earned rather than forced. There's a melancholy undertone paired with genuine affection, making it emotionally intelligent rather than saccharine.

Who it's for

Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that connects with student singers while maintaining musical substance. Directors programming concerts where pop arrangements serve as entry points to choral singing for reluctant singers or newcomers.

How to get the most out of it

  • Treat the dynamic range as essential architecture. The song builds from introspection to something more exposed and raw; undersinging early sections makes the arrival of full sound in later phrases genuinely moving.
  • Balance soprano and alto lines carefully when they diverge. Brymer likely writes countermelody against the main tune, so each part needs independence without overwhelming the primary voice.
  • Let the text's conversational quality shape your phrasing. This duet thrives on natural speech rhythms, so avoid rigid metering that flattens the emotional subtext.

How to use it

Pair this with art song or contemporary classical pieces to show how modern pop songwriting shares emotional DNA with traditional choral repertoire. Use it as a closer on a pop or secular program where its introspection provides a thoughtful send-off rather than an up-tempo finale.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing contemporary pop melody with stylistic authenticity
  • Balancing intimacy and ensemble sound
  • Reading and executing dynamic contrast in smaller ranges
  • Text interpretation and emotional phrasing in non-classical styles
  • Part independence when lines diverge from the main melody

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