The Best Of Glee (Season One Highlights): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Glee Cast / Arranged by Tim Davis / Arranged by Adam Anders
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In just one season, "Glee" has become an incredibly powerful force in the world of choral music. This 9-minute medley captures the highlights and spirit of that first season in a quick-hitting, fast-paced style of arrangement, and includes songs from the most memorable episodes: "Don't Stop Believin'," "Jump," "Shout It Out Loud," "Physical," "Like a Prayer," "To Sir, With Love," "Keep Holding On," "Lean on Me," "Somebody to Love," "Any Way You Want It/Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin'." Duration: ca. 9:00.
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Hal Leonard
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About the Artist: Glee Cast
The cast of Fox's "Glee" became a cultural phenomenon in the early 2010s by bringing Broadway-style vocal performance and contemporary pop arrangements to mainstream television. Their recordings achieved massive commercial success, introducing millions of viewers to ensemble singing and the joy of group performance. The show's impact on choral music education remains significant; many high school and college choirs cite it as inspiration for their own program direction.
What made the Glee cast distinct was their willingness to tackle rock, pop, soul, and show tunes with equal commitment and vocal precision. Their arrangements and recordings became a gateway for young singers to discover the possibilities of vocal jazz, contemporary vocal styles, and theatrical interpretation.
Why we love this
Tim Davis and Adam Anders deliver a medley that moves with infectious energy without ever feeling scattered. Packing 11 songs into 9 minutes requires surgical editing, yet every transition lands cleanly, and the arrangement respects what made each original memorable. Directors will appreciate how accessible this stays for mixed ensembles while maintaining the personality that hooked millions of viewers.
What to expect
Propulsive and celebratory, with the rush of jumping from one beloved song to the next. There's an unrelenting momentum here that mirrors the show itself: theatrical, earnest, and unapologetically fun. Singers feel the momentum as much as the audience hears it.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking a crowd-pleasing concert piece that requires stamina and strong ensemble fundamentals. This works equally well for high school choirs, college select groups, or competitive show choirs looking for a medley that balances entertainment value with genuine musicianship.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic precision in the transitions between songs. These quick cuts demand clean ensemble attacks; rehearse the moments between songs as carefully as the songs themselves.
- Let the pop-rock instrumentation drive the energy. Don't oversing the mellower moments like "To Sir, With Love." The band's dynamics will carry the expression.
- Treat the mash-up section as its own mini-arc. The "Any Way You Want It/Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin'" pairing works best when singers commit fully to the contrast between the two songs.
- Front-load rehearsal time on blend in the ensemble sections. With this many songs compressed into nine minutes, tuning consistency matters more than in longer arrangements.
How to use it
Use this to close a concert or as a high-energy second act opener. Its familiarity makes it ideal for programs where you want broad audience connection, and its length means it won't overshadow your more substantial vocal repertoire. Programmers often pair it with stronger classical or jazz selections to balance the evening's arc.
Skills your students will build
- Managing rapid key changes and modulations within a single arrangement
- Sustaining ensemble focus across multiple song styles and characters
- Executing clean melodic transitions and section changes at tempo
- Balancing theatrical expression with vocal technique in a pop context
- Building stamina for fast-paced performance without sacrificing intonation