Tell Him: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by The Exciters / Arranged by Ed Lojeski
Item: 35-PK00308800
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Description
The 1962 hit by the Exciters, this song jump-started the era of 60s girls' groups with an unmistakable pop/soul sound that inspired covers by dozens of artists including Bette Midler, on her It's the Girls tribute album. A great showcase for SSA choirs!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00308800
More about this title
About the Artist: The Exciters
The Exciters were a vocal group that emerged from the early 1960s New York soul and pop scene, building their reputation on energetic performances and tight harmonies. Their breakout hit "Tell Him" became a defining track of the girl group era, showcasing the infectious, call-and-response style that would influence pop music for decades to come.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures everything that made the original such a radio sensation while being genuinely fun to prepare with SSA singers. The pop-soul groove sits perfectly for high school and college choirs, and the familiarity factor keeps singers motivated even when rehearsals get demanding. Programming it signals to an audience that your group swings.
What to expect
Upbeat and irresistible, with that unmistakable girl-group energy that makes audiences want to move. The arrangement preserves the original's bright, optimistic character while giving singers a part that sits naturally in the SSA range.
Who it's for
SSA ensembles at the secondary and collegiate level who want a crowd-pleasing number with real musical substance. This works equally well for groups looking to add an authentic 60s touchstone to a concert or for directors building a program around pop and soul traditions.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic drive in the verses by having singers feel the backbeat rather than anticipate it; this creates the relaxed, soulful pocket the song demands.
- Balance the harmony parts so that the lead stays on top without effort; this style relies on conversational weight rather than pure volume.
- Use the accompaniment to establish groove early in rehearsal, then pull back slightly in performance to let singers' breath and phrasing breathe some air into the arrangement.
- Shape the call-and-response sections with clear sectional independence so that each voice part feels like a distinct participant rather than a background layer.
How to use it
Pair this with other girl-group favorites or 60s pop standards to create a thematic set that celebrates the era's vocal prowess. It also serves well as a season opener or pops concert selection, offering immediate energy and a touchstone most audiences recognize and love.
Skills your students will build
- Stylistic interpretation of soul and pop idioms
- Ensemble balance in multi-part harmony
- Rhythmic independence and pocket singing
- Call-and-response coordination across sections
- Diction clarity in rapid lyrical passages