S.O.S. (arr. Audrey Snyder): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Cher / As performed by ABBA / Arranged by Audrey Snyder
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The Goddess of Pop, Cher, after starring in 2018's smash-hit sequel "Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again", decided to make an entire cover album of ABBA's best-known hits entitled "Dancing Queen", in turn becoming her highest-ranking debut album in the US ever. Snyder captures "S.O.S."' signature groove and infuses the arrangement with Cher's powerful vocality!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00433626
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About the Artist: Cher
Cher rose to prominence in the 1960s as part of Sonny and Cher, then built a solo career spanning music, film, and television that made her one of the most recognizable entertainers in the world. Her vocal range and interpretive gifts allowed her to inhabit songs across genres, from rock to disco to dance pop, always bringing distinctive personality to every performance.
Why we love this
Snyder's arrangement channels the propulsive energy of ABBA's original while centering Cher's lower register and dramatic vocal presence. The result feels neither nostalgic nor derivative; it's a genuine reinterpretation that gives singers real character work beyond hitting notes. Your ensemble gets to explore how the same song can land completely differently depending on who's in the spotlight.
What to expect
Disco-pop with attitude. The groove is unmistakable and infectious, but there's an emotional undercurrent that prevents it from becoming mere novelty. Cher's darker, more soulful take on this ABBA classic brings gravitas to a song about needing help, making the desperation feel earned rather than performed.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that connects with student audiences without sacrificing musical substance. Directors programming for pop or variety concerts who want an arrangement with genuine interpretive depth rather than a straightforward cover.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic precision of the verse groove before layering in vocal expression. The pocket matters more than perfection on individual notes.
- Let the arrangement's instrumentation guide your balancing decisions. Notice where the band drops back to feature the soloist versus where it swells to support the full choir.
- Commit fully to Cher's more dramatic, less pop-princess sensibility. This isn't a breathy interpretation; it's authoritative and confident.
- Pay close attention to the score's dynamic markings. Snyder uses subtle shifts in volume to shape the song's emotional arc rather than relying on sustained singing.
How to use it
Pair this with other Snyder arrangements to showcase her range and consistency as an arranger, or program it alongside other ABBA adaptations to explore how different artists interpret the same source material. It works particularly well in a concert that spans decades of pop and disco, anchoring the more recent material with both musical credibility and crowd engagement.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining locked rhythmic precision in a disco/pop groove
- Balancing ensemble sound around a featured vocal line
- Interpreting stylistic nuance in contemporary pop arrangements
- Responding to dynamic and textural cues in scored accompaniment
- Sustaining emotional authenticity in material drawn from popular culture