Shattered (Turn The Car Around): Choral Instrumental Pak
By Marc Roberge / By Gregg Wattenberg / As performed by O.A.R. / Arranged by Paris Rutherford
Item: 35-PK00153924
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From the group O.A.R., this chart hit from 2008 has reached beyond the traditional rock fan to achieve a mainstream appeal that really works for pop and show choirs or as a fantastic change of pace for vocal jazz ensembles. Duration: ca. 4:15.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00153924
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About the Composer: Marc Roberge
Marc Roberge is the lead vocalist and primary songwriter for O.A.R. (O Anything Remains), the rock band that emerged from Ohio in the early 2000s. His songwriting balances melodic accessibility with genuine emotional weight, creating songs that resonate across demographic boundaries and musical contexts.
Why we love this
Roberge's melody sits naturally in the voice and stays memorable after one hearing, which means your singers will actually enjoy rehearsing this. The track's 2008 chart success proves it connects with contemporary listeners, so your students will recognize it as current and relevant rather than something handed down from a dusty catalog.
What to expect
The song carries an introspective quality despite its rock foundation, with a conversational vocal melody that feels confessional rather than bombastic. There's a reflective wistfulness here that gives the piece unexpected depth beyond typical pop-rock fare.
Who it's for
Pop and show choirs looking for contemporary material that doesn't feel gimmicky, and vocal jazz ensembles in search of a rock-inflected piece that broadens their sound palette. It works equally well as a set closer or as a palate cleanser between classical and jazz standards.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythm section pocket first. The groove is the foundation everything else rides on, so lock the drums, bass, and any keyboard parts before layering vocals.
- Balance emotional restraint with presence during the verses. These moments work best when singers sing with conviction but not oversinging, letting the arrangement do some of the heavy lifting.
- Use the full four-minute-plus duration to build dynamics across the entire piece. Resist the temptation to peak early; map out where the energy needs to rise and fall.
How to use it
Reserve this for a concert where you want to demonstrate range in your ensemble's repertoire without compromising musicianship. It serves as an excellent bridge for audiences who might not otherwise attend a choral concert, and it gives your singers a legitimate shot at performing contemporary music that matters to them.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining rhythmic independence while singing sustained lines over a moving accompaniment
- Phrasing within a rock idiom (where breath placement and lyrical emphasis differ from classical technique)
- Balancing blend and balance in a rhythm section voicing context
- Connecting emotionally to contemporary songwriting without losing vocal technique