The Best Of Glee (Season Two Medley): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Glee Cast / Arranged by Roger Emerson
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The Fox TV smash show continued in Season 2 as an incredibly powerful force in the world of choral music! Opening with a reflective snippet of "Pure Imagination," the 7-minute medley bursts into a colorful, fast-paced parade of pop hits, both classic and current. Songs include Pure Imagination (Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory), Time Warp (The Rocky Horror Picture Show), Rolling in the Deep (Adele), Loser Like Me (Glee original), Dog Days Are Over (Florence and the Machine), Raise Your Glass (Pink), River Deep - Mountain High (Tina Turner). Duration: ca. 7:00.
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Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00208772
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About the Artist: Glee Cast
Glee brought musical theater and pop music into American living rooms as a cultural phenomenon, introducing millions of viewers to vocal ensemble singing. The show's cast members became recognizable voices, and their recordings of pop standards and contemporary hits dominated charts, proving that arranged pop music could reach audiences far beyond traditional musical theater.
Why we love this
Roger Emerson's medley captures the show's signature energy without sacrificing musical substance. The seven-minute arc from the hushed vulnerability of "Pure Imagination" into a relentless parade of hits gives your ensemble genuine dramatic structure, and the song selection pulls from a mix of eras and styles that keeps singers engaged throughout.
What to expect
Seven minutes of carefully constructed theater. You start in quiet introspection, then the energy cascades through recognizable pop hooks, building momentum until the final notes land with satisfaction. It's infectious without being trivial.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that connects with audiences and students alike. This medley works for groups of mixed ages and experience levels who enjoy pop and musical theater styles.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the opening reflective moment carefully; "Pure Imagination" sets an intimate tone that makes the transition into fast-paced material even more dynamic.
- Mark all the tempo and style shifts in rehearsal. The medley moves between ballad, rock, and pop idioms, so clear sectional awareness prevents rushing.
- Lock the rhythmic drive during the pop hits section. These songs depend on groove and precision, especially through ensemble unisons and rhythmic layers.
- Use the recorded accompaniment to establish internal ensemble blend; the mix of voices in Glee's original recordings offers a reference point for balancing your own voicing.
How to use it
Pair this with other arranged pop music or musical theater selections for a concert focused on contemporary repertoire. The medley's built-in dramatic arc also makes it strong programming for pops concerts, holiday shows, or any performance where you want to bridge classical and popular worlds.
Skills your students will build
- Singing across multiple musical styles within a single piece
- Sustaining ensemble cohesion through frequent tempo and texture changes
- Blending pop vocal production with choral precision
- Executing rhythmic accuracy in syncopated and groove-based passages
- Interpreting dynamic and expressive contrasts between reflective and energetic sections