Only The Young (arr. Mark Brymer): SATB Choral Octavo

Mark Brymer's arrangement captures the anthem quality of this song while maintaining accessibility for mixed voices. The piece sits perfectly for high school and college choirs looking to program recognizable, contemporary music that doesn't sacrifice musicality or engagement.

Energetic and purposeful, with an underlying sense of determination. The arrangement honors the song's uplifting message while adding harmonic sophistication that feels earned rather than imposed.

Any SATB choir ready to tackle contemporary music with substance. This works equally well for high school concert choirs, college ensembles, and adult singers seeking repertoire that connects with younger audiences and current listeners.

• Balance the pop sensibility with the harmonic richness Brymer provides; resist letting the piece collapse into a straight pop delivery, as the four-part writing rewards careful dynamic shaping.
• Pay attention to the vowel consistency across all four parts during the ensemble moments. The impact of this arrangement depends on blend, not volume.
• Let the altos and tenors carry their counter-melodic material with confidence, especially where they diverge from the soprano melody. These lines define the arrangement's character.

Include this in a concert exploring contemporary songwriting or pairing classic hymn-like arrangements with modern pop settings. It's also an excellent inclusion when you're programming for family concerts or recruitment showcases where current music makes an impact.

• Managing pop phrasing within a notated harmonic framework
• Balancing melody and counter-melody across multiple voice parts
• Executing accurate rhythmic figures typical of contemporary arrangements
• Blending and tuning in modern harmonic contexts