Rather Be: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Clean Bandit feat. Jess Glynne / Arranged by Mark Brymer
Item: 35-PK00308892
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Rather Be - Synthesizer: Choral Instrumental Pak | $7.00 | |
| Rather Be - Guitar: Choral Instrumental Pak | $7.00 | |
| Rather Be - Bass: Choral Instrumental Pak | $7.00 | |
| Rather Be - Drums: Choral Instrumental Pak | $7.00 |
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Adapted from the Pentatonix cover of this song by Clean Bandit, this is an awesome vocal showcase for pop and show groups from high school and up! Irresistible!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00308892
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About the Artist: Clean Bandit feat. Jess Glynne
Clean Bandit emerged from Cambridge in the early 2010s as pioneers of electronic pop with orchestral sensibilities. Their breakthrough came with "Rather Be," a track that fused dance production with organic vocal warmth, featuring the soulful voice of Jess Glynne. The collaboration became a defining moment for a generation of producers who rejected the boundary between electronic and acoustic music.
Jess Glynne brought her powerhouse vocal presence to "Rather Be," delivering the kind of emotional clarity that made the track resonate far beyond the club circuit. Her career has since established her as one of Britain's most recognizable vocalists, comfortable across pop, soul, and theatrical contexts. For choirs, her contribution to this arrangement represents the kind of contemporary vocal artistry that resonates with student singers.
Why we love this
Mark Brymer's adaptation captures what makes the Pentatonix version so contagious: those layered vocal textures and the infectious energy that college and high school singers genuinely want to perform. The arrangement proves that pop repertoire doesn't have to sacrifice musicality or harmonic interest to engage your ensemble. Audiences respond immediately to this song, which means your group gets to experience the real payoff of solid preparation.
What to expect
Buoyant and euphoric, with that weightless quality of electronic production paired to human voices. The song builds an irresistible forward momentum, mixing textural sophistication with pure infectious joy.
Who it's for
High school and college pop groups, show choirs, and a cappella ensembles looking for contemporary material with genuine appeal. Singers who grew up with streaming versions of this track will recognize the Pentatonix influence and connect to the arrangement immediately.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the layered vocal lines early in rehearsals rather than building arrangements gradually; this piece depends on clean voice leading across multiple parts.
- Address the rhythmic precision of any syncopated figures with your rhythm section or backing singers first, then layer in the featured melody line.
- Protect the emotional arc during quieter moments; the contrast between groovy sections and lighter textures creates the piece's dramatic shape.
- Work with your soloists on the balance between confidence and restraint; this arrangement asks them to support the group energy, not overshadow it.
How to use it
Place this toward the end of a concert where ensemble energy and audience engagement matter most. It works exceptionally well in pop or contemporary-focused concerts, or as a group finale that leaves the audience wanting more.
Skills your students will build
- Managing layered vocal textures and harmonic independence across multiple parts
- Coordinating rhythmic precision in syncopated pop figures
- Balancing solo presence with ensemble cohesion
- Shaping dynamic contrast to build emotional impact in contemporary arrangements