Price Tag: SSA, a cappella Choral Octavo
Words and music by Claude Kelly, Bobby Ray Simmons, Lukasz Gottwald, and Jessica Cornish / arr. Bryan Sharpe
Item: 00-PO-0007121
$2.10
Minimum order quantity: 20 copies
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Description
Jessie J's most recognizable hit was featured in the fan-favorite movie Pitch Perfect. This contemporary a cappella treatment is just right for developing groups. Three conservative voice parts, a moderate-range solo (or small group), and notated vocal percussion pave the way for teens to successfully perform this popular style.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0007121
More about this title
About the Composer: Claude Kelly
Claude Kelly is a songwriter and producer who has crafted hits across pop, R&B, and hip-hop since the early 2000s. His work on "Price Tag" with Jessie J became a global phenomenon, earning multi-platinum status and introducing millions of listeners to infectious melodies built on authentic songwriting rather than material excess.
Why we love this
Bryan Sharpe's arrangement respects what made this song infectious in the first place while building it specifically for developing choirs. The notated vocal percussion gives singers a rhythmic anchor without requiring beat-boxing skills, and the moderate solo range means you're not hunting for a powerhouse vocalist to make it work.
What to expect
Immediate, joyful, and purposeful. The piece pulses with energy and optimism, driven by rhythmic precision and clean vocal lines that feel modern without sacrificing musicality. There's a lightness here that makes pop arrangements feel special when performed with care.
Who it's for
This arrangement suits developing SSA choirs with basic a cappella experience and at least one confident soloist or small ensemble of soloists. The conservative voicing and notated percussion make it accessible while the contemporary style keeps singers engaged.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the vocal percussion part as your rhythmic foundation during early rehearsals. Lock the percussive syllables before layering in the SSA voicing; this gives singers a groove to feel and prevents rhythmic drift.
- Treat the solo or small-group section as a moment of vulnerability rather than a showcase. The arrangement succeeds when that line feels conversational alongside the supporting voices.
- Shape dynamics around the lyrical content. The message about valuing people over possessions calls for genuine expression, not just bright, polished singing.
How to use it
Pair this with other contemporary pop arrangements or secular pop/rock selections to build a themed concert section that speaks directly to your audience's musical world. Its accessibility and movie connection make it ideal for holiday shows, spring concerts, or any program seeking repertoire that connects to your singers' actual lives.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and executing notated vocal percussion rhythms
- Blending three independent SSA voice parts with steady intonation
- Performing a cappella without instrumental support
- Shaping contemporary pop phrasing with musical intention
- Balancing solo or small-group lines against harmonic accompaniment