The Do's And Don'ts Of The Audience: SAB Choral Octavo
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The Do's And Don'ts Of The Audience: SAB Choral Octavo

As performed by John Jacobson / Arranged by Mac Huff

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 6
SKU: 35-DS00258531

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About the Artist: John Jacobson

John Jacobson

John Jacobson has built a career on creating music that speaks directly to young performers and their communities. Recognized by President George Bush as a Point of Light award winner for his work combining music with community service, Jacobson founded America Sings! Inc., a nonprofit that channels young artists' talents toward charitable giving and civic engagement. His educational credentials span Music Education (University of Wisconsin-Madison) and Liberal Studies (Georgetown University).

Jacobson's output has reached millions of student performers through original musicals, choral compositions, and educational media. He has directed massive festival ensembles for Walt Disney Productions, staged productions for presidential inaugurations, and contributed to NBC's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade broadcast. For nearly two decades, he served as Senior Contributing Writer for Music Express Magazine, and today leads JJ and Me, Inc., while publishing with E.C. Schirmer and Alfred Publications.

Why we love this

Mac Huff's SAB arrangement captures the wit and specificity of Jacobson's writing without losing its comic punch. A three-part voicing keeps the piece accessible while maintaining clarity in the humorous narrative, making it ideal for choirs that want their audience laughing rather than confused by complicated counterpoint.

What to expect

Humorous and direct, this piece invites the audience in on a joke while the singers deliver advice about how to behave at a concert. The tone lands somewhere between playful instruction and affectionate roasting, creating a moment where the choir gets to step out of a formal classical role and connect with listeners on a lighter wavelength.

Who it's for

Choirs looking for repertoire that entertains without sacrificing musicality will find this piece a smart addition to any program. It works equally well for youth choirs and adult ensembles that don't take themselves too seriously. The SAB voicing makes it accessible to developing singers while remaining fun for experienced ones.

How to get the most out of it

  • Nail the comedic timing by treating the lyrics as spoken dialogue set to music. The rules themselves land hardest when delivered with precision and energy, not prettiness.
  • Balance the three parts carefully so the humor doesn't get buried in blend. Each voice should be heard without sounding thin or forced.
  • Use dynamic contrast to underline the point of each rule. A rule that's loud isn't necessarily funnier than one delivered at softer volume with perfect diction.

How to use it

Open a concert with this piece to set a welcoming, accessible tone before moving into your classical selections. It also works beautifully as a closer, sending the audience out in good spirits. Consider pairing it with other lighter Jacobson arrangements to showcase different facets of his compositional voice.

Skills your students will build

  • Rhythmic clarity and articulation in a lighthearted style
  • Coordinating words and music for comedic delivery
  • Three-part SAB voicing balance and blend
  • Singing with humor while maintaining musical integrity

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