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Step One: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

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Step One: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Step One: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

From the Musical Kinky Boots

Words and music by Cynthia Lauper / arr. Andy Beck

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"Just put. One foot. Onward and forward." As one of the many highlights from Cyndi Lauper's Tony Award®-winning score, this is perfect for any ensemble looking for an energetic Broadway feature. Fabulous and fun! See Andy's choreography on the Step One! DVD.

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
UPC: 038081512068
SKU: 00-45466

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About the Composer: Cynthia Lauper

Cyndi Lauper is a Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and Tony Award-winning composer whose career spans decades of pop, rock, and theatrical work. Her 2022 Broadway musical *Kinky Boots* earned her the Tony Award for Best Original Score, establishing her as a major voice in contemporary musical theater composition.

Why we love this

This arrangement brings Broadway energy and contemporary pop sensibility into the choral rehearsal room without sacrificing singability. Andy Beck's setting captures the infectious optimism of Lauper's score while keeping the piece accessible for high school and community choirs, making it a genuine crowd-pleaser that feels fresh against traditional musical theater repertoire.

What to expect

Infectious and forward-moving, with the motivational spirit of an empowerment anthem. The music radiates warmth and determination, inviting audiences into a moment of celebration without demanding vocal fireworks.

Who it's for

High school, college, and community choirs seeking contemporary Broadway repertoire that connects with modern audiences. This piece works well for ensembles comfortable with pop-inflected text delivery and looking to program something energetic and culturally current.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lean into the rhythmic precision of the text; the repeated phrase "one foot, onward and forward" should drive momentum rather than feel mechanical.
  • Balance ensemble blend with the bright, forward character of the melody; this piece thrives on clarity and infectious energy rather than lush blending.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment strategically in rehearsal to anchor pitches in the upper voices, which carry the primary melodic material.
  • Lock the rhythmic figures in the middle voices to support the soloist or featured section; they provide essential harmonic and rhythmic scaffolding.

How to use it

Place this as a concert closer or in a Broadway-themed set where its contemporary pop vocabulary and uplifting message provide both musical and emotional lift. The choreography referenced in the DVD offers additional programming flexibility if your ensemble is interested in staging.

Skills your students will build

  • Rhythmic clarity and text-driven phrasing in pop-influenced vocal music
  • Ensemble blend within a contemporary harmonic language
  • Stylistic interpretation of Broadway material written by a pop composer
  • Coordination with recorded accompaniment in performance contexts

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