Marvin Gaye (feat. Meghan Trainor) (arr. Frank de Vreeze): SSAATB Choral Octavo

Frank de Vreeze's arrangement captures the sophisticated harmonic language of the original while making it accessible to choirs with mixed treble and alto sections. The six-part writing creates genuine independence between voices without sacrificing the song's contemporary character, giving singers real voice leading to execute rather than padding or doubling.

Smooth, sophisticated, and grooved. The arrangement lives in the contemporary pop world while allowing choral voices to unfold rich harmonies underneath the main melody, creating a sound that feels both familiar and refined.

Choirs with treble and mixed sections seeking contemporary repertoire that respects both harmonic depth and singability. The 129-page score accommodates ensembles ranging from smaller groups to larger festivals looking for a recognizable tune with artistic substance.

• Balance the upper voices carefully in the sustained harmonic sections; these parts often support the melodic line rather than carry it, and underbalancing them weakens the harmonic architecture.
• Work the rhythm section (tenors and basses) as a unit early in rehearsal to establish the groove's pocket before layering in the upper parts.
• Treat the arrangement as a pop vocal ensemble recording rather than a classical chorale; maintain rhythmic precision and clarity of diction while sustaining the contemporary energy.

Position this as a showcase for your mixed voicing's harmonic capabilities on a concert mixing classic and contemporary work. Its recognizable melody makes it an effective closer or second-half opener when programming for audiences who expect accessibility alongside artistic substance.

• Maintaining independent voice lines within a six-part texture
• Balancing contemporary vocal production with sustained, blended harmonic sonorities
• Hearing and executing passing tones and chromatic voice leading
• Rhythmic precision and pocket awareness in a pop idiom
• Diction clarity across sustained harmonic sequences