So Easy: Choral SoundPax Digital Download
(To Fall in Love)
Words and music by Olivia Dean, Amy Allen, John Ryan, and Max Wolfgang / arr. Alan Billingsley
Item: 00-PK-0009599
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British singer Olivia Dean secured her status as one of pop's biggest breakout stars by winning the 2026 GRAMMY Award for Best New Artist. Here's her soulful, sunny track about the joy of an uncomplicated romance. With a laid-back vibey aesthetic, it's bossa nova meets modern neo-soul that feels like the "perfect mix of Saturday night and the rest of your life." Effortless choral harmonies and readable rhythms make it so easy to sing this genre-bending hit in a variety of voicings.
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Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
SKU:
00-PK-0009599
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About the Composer: Olivia Dean
Olivia Dean emerged as one of pop's defining voices in the mid-2020s, earning the 2026 GRAMMY Award for Best New Artist and establishing herself as a songwriter who bridges genres with ease. Her work reflects a sophisticated understanding of harmony and groove, blending soul sensibilities with contemporary production sensibilities that feel both polished and intimate.
Why we love this
Alan Billingsley's arrangement captures the unhurried sophistication of the original without sacrificing singability or fun. Modern pop arrangements often demand gymnastics from singers, but this one lets the groove and harmonies do the work, making it genuinely accessible while sounding effortlessly cool in performance.
What to expect
The arrangement wraps you in warmth: bossa nova rhythms underlying modern neo-soul harmonies, all sitting in a space that feels equally at home in a Saturday night set or a Sunday morning concert. There's nothing strained about it; the song exhales rather than belts.
Who it's for
This works for choirs comfortable with contemporary styles and looking to program something that resonates with younger singers without patronizing them. It's ideal for mixed or SSA ensembles seeking a modern piece with genuine harmonic interest and a groove that feels current.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the rhythm section lock in first. The pocket matters more here than precision, so rehearse the accompaniment until everyone feels the laid-back pulse rather than chasing the beat.
- Emphasize vowel consistency across chord changes. The neo-soul harmonies rely on blend, and vowel shifts will cloud the bossa nova-influenced sonorities.
- Shape phrases with the original recording's phrasing in mind, but don't feel bound to it. This song thrives on relaxed delivery, so encourage singers to breathe naturally rather than push through phrases.
How to use it
Program this in a set of contemporary pop arrangements to remind audiences that current music has something to offer beyond what radio demands. It pairs well with other genre-blending work, or it can anchor a concert section exploring how different stylistic worlds intersect in modern songwriting.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining groove and pocket rather than rushing through phrases
- Balancing rhythm section clarity with choral blend
- Reading and executing syncopated rhythms in contemporary pop contexts
- Sustaining vibrato control in neo-soul harmonies
- Understanding genre markers of bossa nova and neo-soul through performance