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The Beat Goes On: SATB Choral Octavo

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The Beat Goes On: SATB Choral Octavo

The Beat Goes On: SATB Choral Octavo

Arr. Greg Gilpin

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Sonny and Cher began or ended nearly every show with this popular tune. The new generation of Cher fans will welcome the chance to perform this upbeat number, and it will be a hit with your audience as well. Greg Gilpin's popularity as show choir clinician gives him focused perspective on the needs of vocal groups today. This piece is a challenge, with some a cappella phrases and close harmonies, but the end result is a winner!

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Series: Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
UPC: 654979180593
SKU: 00-CHM00086

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About the Arranger: Greg Gilpin

Greg Gilpin

Greg Gilpin is an ASCAP award-winning composer and arranger whose work spans concert halls from Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in New York to the Sydney Opera House, Royal Festival Hall in London, and Harpa Concert Hall in Reykjavik. His reputation as a show choir clinician and conductor has shaped his acute understanding of what vocal ensembles need to succeed in performance.

Beyond his extensive conducting and composing career, Gilpin serves as Director of Educational Choral Publications for Shawnee Press and maintains active involvement in the recording industry as a producer and musician. His recent work includes composing the score for the award-winning short film "Rosie's Rescue" and collaborating with opera singer Angela Brown on a new arrangement of "What Child is This?" with the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir. He holds membership in ACDA, NAfME, SAG-AFTRA, and is a Life Loyal Member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.

Why we love this

Gilpin knows what works in the concert hall and what resonates with audiences. His arrangement captures the infectious energy of this Sonny and Cher classic while building in musical sophistication—close harmonies and a cappella moments that challenge singers without overwhelming them. The result is a piece that sounds polished and contemporary, exactly the kind of crowd-pleaser that reminds audiences why they came to your concert.

What to expect

Upbeat and infectious, with an irresistible rhythmic momentum that carries the listener forward. The texture shifts between full ensemble moments and intimate a cappella phrases, creating dynamic contrast that keeps the performance engaging from beginning to end.

Who it's for

Choirs with solid intonation control and the stamina for close harmonic work will thrive with this arrangement. It works especially well for groups who want to connect with audiences through recognizable pop repertoire without sacrificing musical substance.

How to get the most out of it

  • Treat the a cappella phrases as moments of pure vocal blend rather than technically exposed passages. Invest rehearsal time here; once the balance locks, these sections become your most powerful moments.
  • Shape the dynamic arc around the rhythmic energy of the groove. Don't let precision flatten the piece into a metronomic reading; let the forward motion breathe naturally.
  • Consider sectional warm-ups targeting the specific harmonic density of Gilpin's voicings. Close harmonies demand immediate tuning focus before you run the full piece.

How to use it

This is an ideal closer for a concert focused on contemporary or popular music. It also works brilliantly in a program that blends classical and pop repertoire, offering audiences a familiar entry point while showcasing your singers' technical ability through sophisticated harmonies.

Skills your students will build

  • Intonation in close harmonies (extended tertian chords)
  • A cappella blend and balance without instrumental support
  • Rhythmic precision within a groove-based accompaniment
  • Dynamic control and shaping in a pop idiom

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