That Christmas Morning Feelin' (from Spirited) (arr. Mac Huff): Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Mac Huff
Item: 35-PK01301723
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Apple TV's Spirited is not just a retelling of the famous Dickens work "A Christmas Carol," but a re-imagining with a biting, modern wit. Kick off your holiday concert with this delectably foot-stomping opener, and revel in the smiles it brings your way!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01301723
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About the Arranger: Mac Huff
Mac Huff stands among the most prolific and performed choral arrangers in American music education. His arrangements span musical theater, pop, jazz, and holiday repertoire, each crafted with meticulous attention to vocal ranges, ensemble balance, and the specific needs of student singers. His work consistently appears on festival programs and concert stages across the country, earning recognition for both musical sophistication and practical teachability.
Why we love this
Huff captures the irreverent energy of Spirited's source material and channels it into an arrangement that energizes performers and audiences alike. The instrumentation and vocal writing feel fresh without demanding technical extremes, which means your choir can nail the attitude rather than fight the notes. It's the kind of opener that sets the tone for a concert before anyone sits down.
What to expect
Foot-stomping, irreverent, and shot through with modern wit. This is holiday music that winks at the audience rather than genuflects to tradition. The arrangement crackles with rhythmic propulsion and a conversational ease that feels closer to a musical theater showstopper than a carol.
Who it's for
Holiday concerts need opening numbers with personality, and this arrangement works for high school choirs, community ensembles, and college groups looking to balance accessibility with contemporary flair. Singers who connect with film and musical theater repertoire will find the idiom immediately familiar and engaging.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the groove with your rhythm section first. The foot-stomping character of this piece hinges on solid pocket playing from drums and bass, so rehearse them independently before bringing in the full ensemble.
- Encourage your singers to lean into the attitude without forcing volume. The modern wit of the source material works best when singers feel conversational and playful rather than belted.
- Use the recorded accompaniment strategically during sectional rehearsals. Singers can lock their parts to the actual arrangement sound before full rehearsals, cutting down time spent on basic accuracy.
- Shape the dynamics across the full arc rather than treating it as one energy level. Even an uptempo opener benefits from strategic peaks and valleys that keep it compelling for four minutes.
How to use it
Open your holiday concert with this number to establish immediate energy and signal to your audience that the evening has a contemporary edge. The arrangement pairs well with traditional or sacred holiday repertoire that follows, creating compelling contrast through the program's arc.
Skills your students will build
- Groove and rhythmic precision in contemporary/pop idioms
- Character and style interpretation informed by source material
- Vocal balance within a rhythm section texture
- Ensemble awareness of front-and-back phrasing in uptempo material