The Beat Goes On: SATB Choral Octavo
Arr. Greg Gilpin
Item: 00-PO-0004764
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Description
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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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0004764
More about this title
About the Arranger: Greg Gilpin
Greg Gilpin combines deep experience as a choral conductor and ASCAP award-winning arranger with an uncommon ability to understand what modern vocal ensembles need. His work has taken him to Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Ryman Auditorium, and major concert venues worldwide including the Sydney Opera House and Royal Festival Hall. As Director of Educational Choral Publications for Shawnee Press, he shapes choral repertoire at the highest level while remaining connected to the practical demands of the classroom and show choir world.
Beyond his musical accomplishments, Gilpin's career reflects a commitment to continuous growth. He holds membership in ACDA and NAfME, serves as a Life Loyal Member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, and has expanded into film scoring and professional organizing. His versatility as both creator and educator informs every arrangement he writes.
Why we love this
Gilpin knows exactly what draws audiences to a show choir concert, and this arrangement proves it. The blend of a cappella passages with tight harmonic writing creates genuine musical interest without sacrificing the fun, celebratory energy that makes pop classics memorable. Your ensemble will feel the difference between a generic pop arrangement and one crafted by someone who has spent decades conducting vocal groups at the highest level.
What to expect
The arrangement captures the infectious optimism of the original while adding vocal sophistication through close harmonies and unexpected a cappella moments. It balances accessibility with genuine musical challenge, delivering the upbeat, feel-good spirit audiences love without simplifying the voice writing.
Who it's for
Any SATB chorus ready to tackle a pop standard with real harmonic substance. This works equally well for high school show choirs, college a cappella groups, and community choruses seeking contemporary material that connects with diverse audiences.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the a cappella sections carefully; these moments demand precise intonation and blend. Isolate them in rehearsal to lock the harmonic movement before bringing in any accompaniment.
- Use the close harmonies in the inner voices as a chance to explore blend and tone. These aren't just technical challenges; they're where the arrangement's sophistication shines.
- Keep the overall energy buoyant and conversational. The piece works best when it sounds like you're having fun with the material, not straining to execute it.
- Mark your entrances and cutoffs clearly in the a cappella passages; these moments can make or break the performance's confidence.
How to use it
This is a natural centerpiece for a concert that mixes classic pop with contemporary choral sound. Program it early in a set to energize the audience, or use it as an encore. The recognizable melody makes it ideal for fundraising concerts or community performances where you want immediate engagement.
Skills your students will build
- Intonation in close harmonic voicings
- A cappella ensemble precision and blend
- Stylistic interpretation of contemporary pop in a choral setting
- Rhythmic cohesion across multiple voice parts
- Harmonic awareness and voice independence