That's Christmas To Me (arr. Mark Brymer): SSAA Choral Octavo
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That's Christmas To Me (arr. Mark Brymer): SSAA Choral Octavo

As performed by Pentatonix / Arranged by Mark Brymer

Item: 35-DS00309254
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 15
SKU: 35-DS00309254

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About the Artist: Pentatonix

Pentatonix emerged from the a cappella competition circuit to become a global phenomenon, winning the third season of NBC's The Sing-Off in 2011. Their signature sound blends layered vocal arrangements with beatboxing and contemporary production sensibilities, creating a template that's influenced how pop music translates to vocal ensembles across the world.

For music educators, Pentatonix represents a direct bridge between what students hear on streaming platforms and what they can actually perform together. Their arrangements reward both technical precision and personality, making them invaluable in programs seeking to engage singers with contemporary repertoire that doesn't compromise musical integrity.

Why we love this

Mark Brymer's arrangement captures the infectious energy of Pentatonix's original while keeping the demands reasonable for high school choirs. The voicing accommodates various choir sizes and skill levels without losing the contemporary edge that makes the piece genuinely exciting for student singers to perform.

What to expect

Bright, rhythmically alive, and thoroughly modern. The arrangement lands that rare sweet spot between celebratory and intentional, with enough rhythmic complexity to keep singers mentally engaged while remaining accessible enough to produce genuine joy in performance.

Who it's for

Choirs looking to program music that energizes both performers and audiences at winter concerts. This arrangement works equally well for mixed ensembles seeking SSAA voicings or for all-female choirs wanting contemporary holiday material with real substance.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the rhythmic precision required in the arrangement with natural phrase shaping. Pentatonix's style can feel mechanical without careful attention to vowel placement and line continuity across the beat-driven sections.
  • Lean into the contemporary character. Straight-toned, purely classical vowels will undercut the piece's intended personality; instead encourage a slightly brighter, more relaxed sound palette.
  • The recorded accompaniment works best as a rehearsal reference rather than a performance necessity. Your ensemble sounds fresher and more connected when singing truly a cappella.

How to use it

Position this in your holiday concert's second half, where it can serve as an energetic lift following more traditional arrangements. Its contemporary production values and pop sensibility create a vivid contrast that refreshes audience attention while keeping the evening cohesive.

Skills your students will build

  • Rhythmic precision in syncopated, contemporary pop contexts
  • Layered blend and balance in 4-part voicing
  • Beatboxing integration (if desired for performance)
  • Stylistic flexibility between classical and contemporary diction
  • Sustained pitch accuracy in a cappella performance

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