Make Them Hear You: TTBB Choral Octavo

This arrangement captures the anthem-like intensity of the original while remaining genuinely accessible for men's voices at the moderate level. Jeff Funk's voicing allows the full four-part harmony to shine without requiring soloists or extreme ranges, making it realistic for mixed-ability choirs. The song's call-to-action message and memorable melody ensure strong audience connection every time.

The song carries the urgency of a moment when someone must speak up for what they believe in. The melody sits in a comfortable range for male voices while the harmonies add richness and weight, creating a sense of collective power. This is music that reminds singers why they chose to sing together.

Men's choirs at the high school, college, and adult level who want to program contemporary Broadway repertoire with real substance. Directors seeking a piece that challenges singers harmonically without requiring advanced vocal technique will find this arrangement well-suited to developing ensembles.

• Find the legit power in the lyrical passages before pushing into full volume; this song earns its climax through building intensity, not starting at full belt.
• Balance the parts so the melody always emerges clearly, especially when the harmony thickens in the middle sections.
• Use the recorded accompaniment to lock in the Broadway tempo and phrasing without overthinking; the music's momentum comes naturally when singers stay connected to the lyrical intent.
• Shape the dynamics around the text's meaning rather than musical phrase endings; let the message drive the breath points and volume changes.

Position this as a centerpiece or closing number for a concert built around Broadway or contemporary musical theatre. It pairs naturally with other Flaherty or modern musical theatre selections, or stands powerfully as a standalone feature in a mixed-genre program. Consider programming it in spring concerts or events celebrating student voice and activism.

• Singing in four-part TTBB voicing with clear part independence
• Maintaining legit (non-belted) singing technique in a contemporary musical theatre style
• Shaping phrase dynamics around textual meaning rather than purely musical punctuation
• Balancing melody and harmony within a fuller chord texture
• Performing with dramatic intention and ensemble cohesion in an uplifting message-driven piece