Start Me Up/Livin' On A Prayer: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Glee Cast / Arranged by Ed Lojeski
Item: 35-PK00174651
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Description
The girls of "Glee" do a rock 'n' roll mash-up of two 80s classics, The Rolling Stones' "Start Me Up" and Bon Jovi's "Livin' on a Prayer" in a fun, energetic setting that is totally irresistible! Duration: ca. 2:50.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00174651
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About the Artist: Glee Cast
The Glee Cast became a cultural phenomenon through the hit Fox series that ran from 2009 to 2015, introducing millions of viewers to contemporary arrangements of pop, rock, and standard repertoire. Their recorded performances demonstrated how theatrical energy and vocal precision could coexist in ensemble singing, influencing a generation of young musicians to pursue choir with renewed enthusiasm.
Why we love this
Rock mash-ups rarely land with this much musicality. Lojeski threads two iconic riffs together without sacrificing either song's recognizable DNA, and the Glee arrangement proves that high school singers can deliver genuine attitude without sacrificing blend or intonation. Your ensemble will feel the infectious energy the moment they crack open the score.
What to expect
Two decades of stadium rock energy compressed into two minutes and fifty seconds. The arrangement crackles with the swagger of the Stones and the anthemic yearning of Bon Jovi, creating a performance experience that feels both nostalgic and immediately contemporary.
Who it's for
Directors seeking an audience-pleasing pop rock number that doesn't talk down to their singers. High school ensembles with at least intermediate blend and rhythmic maturity will thrive with this material, and it works equally well in concert settings or pep rallies where pure fun matters as much as artistry.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic precision in the "Start Me Up" riff sections early. This driving pulse is what makes the arrangement tick, so spend rehearsal time locking that pattern before layering in harmonies.
- Emphasize the dynamic contrast between the two songs. The Stones section thrives on lean, aggressive energy; the Bon Jovi section needs to swell with conviction and weight. Treat them as distinct emotional territories.
- Let the recorded accompaniment anchor your rhythm section. This arrangement benefits from tight coordination with the track, especially during the transition passages where the two melodies overlap.
How to use it
Drop this into a spring or fall concert as a between-sets moment that reconnects your audience with the show's energy. It pairs well alongside other contemporary pop arrangements, or stands alone as a statement that your choir embraces the full breadth of the musical landscape.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining rhythmic precision across syncopated, rock-influenced patterns
- Balancing blend while singing with contemporary vocal style and attitude
- Executing smooth transitions between contrasting harmonic and rhythmic sections
- Responding to recorded accompaniment with rhythmic flexibility and ensemble awareness