That's Entertainment: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Greg Gilpin's arrangement captures the showmanship and rhythmic vitality of this classic while keeping the vocal lines accessible and fun. The inclusion of additional verses creates a natural "closer" moment that feels celebratory rather than tacked on, giving your choir a genuine statement piece with built-in variety and momentum.

Vibrant and sophisticated, with the swagger of classic Hollywood. The melody sparkles, the harmonic language is urbane without being complicated, and the overall mood is one of celebration and infectious joy. This is a song that makes audiences smile.

Choirs seeking a crowd-pleasing number with serious musical substance will find this ideal. It works equally well for show choirs, community ensembles, and concert choirs at the intermediate level who want a piece that showcases ensemble unity and theatrical expression.

• Commit to the rhythmic precision in the syncopation; "That's Entertainment" thrives on crisp articulation and locked ensemble timing, especially in the section where voices overlap.
• Use dynamic contrast to shape the additional verses as a climactic statement. Build intensity and volume gradually, treating the final section as a unified payoff rather than a mere repetition.
• Lean into the theatrical language of the text. This song celebrates the spectacle of show business, so encourage singers to deliver lyrics with personality and confidence, letting character shine through.

Program this as a concert closer or the final number of a medley celebrating American musical theater. Its connection to MGM and Hollywood nostalgia also makes it natural programming for a spring pops concert or a celebration of American songwriting.

• Syncopated rhythmic accuracy in choral context
• Theatrical text delivery and character interpretation
• Dynamic shaping and phrasing across multiple sections
• Ensemble blend and precision in layered vocal writing