Sunday Best (arr. Mark Brymer): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Surfaces / Arranged by Mark Brymer
Item: 35-PK00495954
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It's sunny, it's funky, it's infectious (and not in a pandemic-related way) and it is loaded with 100% good vibes! Take a journey with this tune by genre-defying music duo Surfaces, and have your choirs kiss goodbye the negativity of life.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00495954
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About the Artist: Surfaces
Surfaces is a Los Angeles-based musical duo known for blending pop, funk, and indie sensibilities into uplifting, genre-fluid songs. Their approach to songwriting prioritizes infectious grooves and positive energy, making their music naturally appealing for choral and educational settings.
Why we love this
Mark Brymer's arrangement captures the original's carefree spirit while giving your ensemble room to find pocket and personality in the funky rhythms. This is the kind of piece that makes students genuinely excited to show up to rehearsal, and the straightforward harmonic language means you can spend your rehearsal time on feel and articulation rather than decoding complex voicings.
What to expect
Sunshine and good humor in musical form. The arrangement radiates warmth and optimism, with a groove that sits somewhere between pop and funk, making it feel fresh and accessible rather than contrived.
Who it's for
Middle school and high school choirs looking for contemporary repertoire that connects with students' actual musical tastes. This works equally well for concert settings, pop/jazz programs, or any ensemble that wants to program something current without sacrificing musicianship.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the groove early by establishing a solid foundation in the rhythm section; the pocket of this piece is everything, so nail that before worrying about polish elsewhere.
- Emphasize the staccato articulation in the vocal parts to match the punchy character of the original recording.
- Have your soloists or lead singers listen to the recorded accompaniment multiple times to internalize the laid-back phrasing that makes this arrangement swing.
- Keep the energy consistent from start to finish; resist the urge to let dynamics sag in the middle section, even when the texture thins out.
How to use it
Use this as a closer on a spring concert to send the audience out smiling, or program it early in the fall to establish a contemporary vibe for your season. It pairs well alongside other recent pop arrangements and gives younger singers confidence that choral music can sound like the radio.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated pop and funk grooves
- Articulation control for staccato and legato contrast
- Listening to recorded accompaniment and matching phrasing
- Vocal blend in multi-part harmony
- Sustaining energy and character over longer phrases