Memory (from Cats) (arr. Ed Lojeski): Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Ed Lojeski
Item: 35-PK00092583
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One of the most popular Broadway choral arrangements of all time, this selection is a fantastic selection for graduation and many more concert occasions. Duration: ca. 3:50.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00092583
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About the Arranger: Ed Lojeski
Ed Lojeski stands among the most prolific and respected choral arrangers in American music education. His career spans decades of creating accessible, singable arrangements that honor the integrity of the original while tailoring pieces for diverse vocal ensembles. Lojeski's gift for orchestration and his deep understanding of what works in the rehearsal room have made his arrangements standards in countless school and community choirs.
His approach to Broadway material is particularly noteworthy. Rather than simplifying songs into forgettable versions, Lojeski preserves their emotional core while crafting parts that lie well for singers of varying abilities. Teachers consistently return to his work because his arrangements actually enhance the learning experience, not just fill a concert slot.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures what makes the original unforgettable. Lojeski respects the soaring melodic simplicity that hooked millions while giving your ensemble genuine musical substance beneath it. The emotional weight stays intact even with the scaled-down orchestration, which means your singers aren't performing a diminished version but rather a thoughtfully reimagined one.
What to expect
Memory carries an ache that feels both personal and universal. The arrangement unfolds with quiet introspection, building gradually toward moments of genuine warmth and hope. It's the kind of piece that settles over an audience in the best possible way, leaving people still when it ends.
Who it's for
This works for choirs that want to include a recognized Broadway song without veering into pop concert territory. It suits ensembles performing graduation ceremonies, spring concerts, or end-of-year celebrations where a moment of lyrical beauty serves the occasion well.
How to get the most out of it
- The melody needs breathing room. Resist the urge to rush it or layer in too much dynamic inflection early on; let the text and natural phrasing speak first.
- Balance the accompaniment so the piano or ensemble instrumental parts support rather than compete with the vocal line.
- Attend closely to the lyrics' emotional trajectory. This song earns its power through genuine sentiment, not theatrical excess.
- Use any recorded material provided with this pak as a rehearsal aid, but pull away from it during final rehearsals so singers develop ownership of their lines.
How to use it
Position this toward the second half of a concert where the emotional climate can shift. It pairs well alongside other reflective pieces or can stand alone as an intermission closer. The 3:50 duration also makes it valuable for shorter programs where you need a substantial, recognizable moment without sacrificing pacing.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining long, connected phrases without technical strain
- Balancing ensemble blend with individual vocal clarity
- Interpreting text with maturity and restraint
- Responding to rubato and subtle tempo flexibility from the conductor