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

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

Item: 35-DS00434023

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 10
SKU: 35-DS00434023

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About the Artist: Billie Eilish Khalid

Billie Eilish emerged as one of the defining artists of her generation, known for her intimate, minimalist approach to pop production and her distinctive vocal delivery. Collaborating with producer brother Finneas, she crafted a sound that prioritizes restraint and emotional clarity over maximalist production, influencing how contemporary songwriters think about arrangement and space.

Why we love this

Mark Brymer's arrangement captures the song's essential vulnerability while giving voices room to breathe in the SAB texture. The orchestration respects what made the original compelling: those moments of sparse instrumentation and honest vocal lines that student singers can connect with authentically.

What to expect

Quiet, contemplative, achingly honest. The arrangement preserves the original's soft openness, creating moments where a full choir can whisper together. There's genuine emotional maturity in how the voices interweave without ever feeling overly complex.

Who it's for

Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that respects their singers' intelligence and musical growth. This works for middle school through early high school programs looking to connect with students through current popular music.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape each phrase dynamically rather than keeping consistent volume; the song's power comes from subtle swells and releases that mirror speech patterns.
  • Pay close attention to rhythm in the verses where the tempo feels unhurried. Precision here creates the sense of intimacy the arranger is after.
  • Balance the parts so the melody remains audible even in fuller sections. SAB voicing can muddy quickly if middle and lower voices aren't listening to each other.
  • Let the text drive your interpretation. Words like 'lovely' and 'sometimes' deserve space to land with their full emotional weight.

How to use it

Pair this with other introspective contemporary pieces for a concert exploring vulnerability in modern songwriting, or use it as a lighter program centerpiece that lets audiences hear genuine artistry in popular music. The 10 pages make it accessible for a spring or fall concert without extensive rehearsal demand.

Skills your students will build

  • Dynamic control and phrase shaping in contemporary vocal music
  • SAB voicing balance and part independence
  • Rhythmic precision in loosely metered sections
  • Emotional communication through minimal, text-driven singing
  • Listening skills for ensemble blend in pop arrangements

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