Motown: The Musical: Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Mac Huff
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"Motown: The Musical" has electrified Broadway with a show that is loaded with great singers, overwhelming energy and a jubilant celebration of the music that transformed America! This 12-minute medley showcases 15 top hits: Ain't No Mountain High Enough; Ain't Too Proud to Beg; Baby I Need Your Lovin'; Do You Love Me; I Can't Get Next to You; I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch); I Heard It Through the Grapevine; I'm Losing You (I Know); My Girl; Papa Was a Rollin' Stone; Please Mr. Postman; Reach Out and Touch (Somebody's Hand); Reach Out, I'll Be There; Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours; Stop! In the Name of Love.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00285030
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About the Arranger: Mac Huff
Mac Huff is a prolific arranger whose work spans Broadway, pop, jazz, and choral music. His arrangements have become standards in high school and college programs nationwide, known for their clarity, singability, and respect for the original material while adding contemporary energy and accessibility.
Why we love this
Huff captures the infectious momentum of Motown without requiring a massive ensemble or complicated staging. Fifteen hits compressed into 12 minutes means your singers stay engaged throughout, and the medley structure lets you celebrate iconic songs that your students already know and love.
What to expect
Pure kinetic joy. The arrangement throbs with the unmistakable Motown heartbeat while honoring the harmonic sophistication that made these songs unforgettable. Your audience will recognize every melody, your singers will feel the swagger and celebration in every phrase, and you'll hear genuine smiles in the vocal lines.
Who it's for
Any director looking to program something that excites an audience and energizes a choir at the same time. This works for concert choirs seeking contemporary appeal, show choirs building a pop set, or any ensemble wanting to perform music that matters culturally and musically.
How to get the most out of it
- Anchor the groove in your rhythm section; these songs live or die by pocket and pocket demands precision from your bassist and drummer.
- Layer the vocals strategically during transitions between songs so the energy never dips. Small solo moments can bridge fuller sections effectively.
- Study the original recordings to internalize the inflection and phrasing of each hit. Huff's arrangement assumes your singers know where the familiar hooks land.
- Bring the dynamics; Motown built its power on contrast between sparse verses and wall-of-sound choruses. Your singers should feel that architectural shift in every song.
How to use it
Use this as a standalone opener or closer that sets a celebratory tone for your concert. It pairs naturally with other pop or soul repertoire and works especially well when you want to connect with audiences who might not attend a traditional choral concert. The 12-minute length makes it ideal for winter or spring programs where you're balancing classical, contemporary, and show selections.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in funk and soul grooves
- Vocal production in belted, soulful singing styles
- Quick transitions between contrasting harmonic areas
- Stylistic interpretation of iconic American popular music
- Blend and balance while maintaining character and energy