MacArthur Park (arr. Mark Brymer): SATB Choral Octavo
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MacArthur Park (arr. Mark Brymer): SATB Choral Octavo

As performed by Donna Summer / As performed by Richard Harris / Arranged by Mark Brymer

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 13
SKU: 35-DS00434190

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About the Artist: Donna Summer

Donna Summer rose to prominence in the 1970s as the defining voice of the disco era, bringing vocal power and emotional depth to a genre often dismissed as purely danceable. Her performances combined technical vocal control with an infectious energy that made her recordings instantly recognizable, earning her the title "The Queen of Disco" and cementing her influence across pop music for decades.

Why we love this

Mark Brymer's arrangement captures the groove and sophistication of this iconic song while making it fully accessible to mixed choirs. The voicing balances singability with genuine harmonic richness, so your singers get to perform a genuine pop classic rather than a watered-down version. Programming a Brymer disco arrangement signals you're serious about contemporary repertoire without sacrificing musical substance.

What to expect

Smooth, confident, and unapologetically fun. The arrangement channels disco's infectious energy while maintaining the emotional warmth beneath the groove, so singers experience both the shimmer and the soul of the original.

Who it's for

Choirs seeking contemporary secular repertoire that audiences recognize and musicians enjoy singing. This works equally well for concert programming, pops concerts, or musical theater programs looking for a strong ensemble piece.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock the rhythmic feel early in rehearsal. The disco pulse sits underneath everything, and precision here gives singers the confidence to float their lines on top with style.
  • Shape the dynamics across the full arc rather than treating sections as isolated units. The song gains power through gradual building, not sudden jumps.
  • Encourage singers to find the character in their own voice. This style rewards personality and individual color within the ensemble texture.
  • Balance clarity in the text with the groovy instrumental texture. Make sure lyrics cut through without losing the relaxed pocket of the arrangement.

How to use it

Pair this with other Brymer pop arrangements to build a full pops set, or program it as a standalone feature in a spring concert to give audiences something they'll recognize immediately. The song's energy makes it a perfect closer or a vivid palette cleanser between classical works.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing with rhythmic precision in a contemporary pop idiom
  • Balancing ensemble blend while maintaining individual vocal character
  • Sustaining a consistent groove across four-part writing
  • Interpreting stylistic nuance in secular popular music

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