Nine To Five (arr. Ed Lojeski): Choral Instrumental Pak
By Dolly Parton / Arranged by Ed Lojeski
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Featured as a group number in "American Idol" Season 7, this classic Dolly Parton #1 hit from 1981 is still an audience favorite! Showcase your singers at their best! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, tsx, tbn, syn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:30.
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Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00094039
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About the Composer: Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton's songwriting spans country, pop, and musical theater with remarkable versatility. Her ability to craft hooks that lodge themselves in the collective memory makes her an ideal study for singers learning how melody and lyric intertwine to create commercial and artistic success.
Beyond her recording career, Parton's compositions have become standards for choral arrangers. Her melodies sit naturally in the voice, and her storytelling approach teaches singers how to deliver a narrative with authenticity and humor. For music educators, her catalog offers accessible entry points into contemporary songwriting that students actually want to perform.
Why we love this
Ed Lojeski's arrangement strips away the 1981 studio production while keeping the song's infectious energy intact. What makes this version sing for ensembles is how it layers the vocal lines without losing the pop sensibility that made the original irresistible; audiences recognize it immediately, and your singers will feel the momentum of a genuine hit rather than a novelty cover.
What to expect
Bright, propulsive, and witty. The arrangement captures the original's workplace humor while giving singers room to phrase naturally. There's a professional sheen here that makes singers feel like they're performing something that matters beyond the rehearsal room.
Who it's for
Choirs preparing concert programs that need contemporary pop songs with genuine mass appeal. High school and college ensembles will connect with both the material and the arrangement's polish.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the groove with your rhythm section first. The guitar and drums establish the pocket that makes this song breathe, so rehearse those players separately before full ensemble run-throughs.
- Treat the lyrics like spoken comedy. Parton's original delivery carries wit and attitude; singers who find that conversational tone will make the satire land.
- Balance the trumpets and saxophone against the vocal lines during tutti sections. These instruments sit in the same register as the choir, so careful dynamic control prevents muddiness.
- Use the ShowTrax CD to establish tempo and feel before transitioning to live accompaniment. The recording gives singers the groove reference they need to stay confident.
How to use it
Program this as a closer or near-encore number when you want the audience engaged and smiling. The 2:30 duration fits neatly into a concert flow without overwhelming surrounding repertoire, and its contemporary pop context balances well against classical or art song selections.
Skills your students will build
- Singing rhythmic precision in syncopated pop grooves
- Balancing vocal harmonies against combo instrumentation
- Delivering lyrical storytelling with comedic timing
- Reading and executing SAB or SATB voicings with stylistic pop inflection