Peroxide Swing: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Michael Bublé / As performed by Andrew Van Slee / As performed by Sarah Zegree / Arranged by Steve Zegree
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Michael Buble says, "keep on swingin'" in this 1940s throwback with a new century kick! Arranged by Steve Zegree with his daughter, Sarah, your pop, jazz and show choirs will love this number that captures all the excitement of the big band era!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00380973
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About the Artist: Michael Bublé
Michael Bublé is a Canadian jazz vocalist and entertainer known for bringing swing standards and contemporary pop into conversation with one another. His interpretations of classic American songbook material, combined with his gift for accessible pop sensibility, have made him a bridge between traditional jazz audiences and mainstream listeners. In the classroom, his music serves as an engaging entry point for choirs exploring jazz vocabulary, phrasing, and the theatrical energy that defined the big band era.
Why we love this
Steve Zegree's arrangement taps into Bublé's gift for making swing feel current and fun rather than historical. The addition of a contemporary rhythmic edge keeps singers engaged while the foundational big band language ensures they're building genuine jazz ensemble skills. This is the kind of chart that generates real excitement at rehearsal and lands with impact in concert.
What to expect
Stepping into a 1940s nightclub that somehow exists in the present moment. The big band foundation feels classic and warm, but the rhythmic pocket and production sensibility belong to now. There's joy in every phrase, and the energy is infectious without ever becoming silly.
Who it's for
Pop, jazz, and show choirs looking for material that excites both singers and audiences without sacrificing musicality. High schools and community choirs will find this accessible and rewarding; the arrangement respects the swing tradition while speaking directly to contemporary listeners.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the swing feel early in sectional rehearsals by isolating the rhythm section first. Lock the hi-hat and walking bass pattern before layering in vocal parts.
- Shape phrases with the legato simplicity of a crooner, not the rhythmic precision of classical legit. Let the lyrics breathe and float over the band.
- Balance forward energy with appropriate dynamics at softer moments. The contrast between intimate verses and full-voiced swinging sections makes the arrangement work.
- Listen to Bublé's original recording as an ensemble. Hear how he approaches phrasing and where he sits rhythmically against the groove.
How to use it
This works beautifully as a set closer or a concert highlight that brings audiences to their feet. Program it alongside other jazz standards or contemporary pop covers to create a cohesive set that shows your choir's range. It's also ideal for pep rallies, community events, or any setting where you want to showcase vocal ensemble fun with real musical substance.
Skills your students will build
- Swing articulation and jazz phrasing conventions
- Ensemble balance in a jazz combo setting
- Rhythmic independence from accompaniment (anticipating and sitting behind the beat)
- Stylistically appropriate dynamics and tone color for jazz idiom
- Reading chord changes and understanding functional harmony in pop-jazz contexts