The Jackson 5 (from Motown The Musical): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Jackson 5 / Arranged by Mark Brymer
Item: 35-PK00280027
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You'll thrill to the exhilarating joy of Motown the Musical and this 4-minute mini-medley of hits that salutes The Jackson 5 and their prominent place in Motown history. Includes ABC, I Want You Back, The Love You Save. Duration: ca. 3:35.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00280027
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About the Artist: Jackson 5
The Jackson 5 emerged from Gary, Indiana in the late 1960s as one of Motown Records' defining acts. Their meteoric rise through the early 1970s made them among the most successful recording artists of their generation, with an output that balanced infectious pop hooks, disciplined vocal harmonies, and rhythmic precision that became a cornerstone of the Motown sound. Their influence spans generations of performers and remains central to understanding how American popular music evolved through the soul and pop era.
Beyond their commercial dominance, the Jackson 5 fundamentally shaped how young performers approached vocal blend, rhythmic tightness, and showmanship in group settings. Their recordings showcase sophisticated production, complex arrangements, and vocal layering that reward close listening and careful study in educational contexts.
Why we love this
Mark Brymer's medley captures the kinetic energy that made these songs unforgettable without losing the vocal clarity and ensemble cohesion your singers need. The three-song structure gives you authentic Motown material at a manageable length, making it realistic for concert programming while still delivering the full spectacle that audiences expect from this catalog.
What to expect
Pure exuberance. These songs radiate the optimism and infectious energy that made Motown a cultural phenomenon, with melodies that stick in your head and grooves that make standing still nearly impossible. Your ensemble will feel the joy of performing material designed to make audiences light up.
Who it's for
This works for choirs wanting to program contemporary material with genuine historical weight, as well as directors who need something engaging that bridges generations of students. It suits groups with solid vocal blend and willingness to embrace a more rhythmic, pop-inflected style than traditional choral literature.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the groove pocket first. These songs live in their rhythmic precision; lock the band into the basic pulse before layering vocal arrangements.
- Isolate the key transitions between songs during sectionals. Each hit sits in a different key area, and clean modulations separate polished performances from rough ones.
- Layer the vocal parts gradually across rehearsals. Start with melody and bass, then add inner voices once the foundation feels solid.
- Reference recordings of the original Jackson 5 arrangements to understand phrasing and inflection, then adapt those elements to fit your ensemble's strengths.
How to use it
This lands naturally on a spring pops concert or a program themed around American songwriting and cultural history. It also serves well as an encore that sends audiences home smiling, or as a bridge between more formal repertoire and contemporary selections in a mixed concert format.
Skills your students will build
- Locking ensemble rhythm in grooved material
- Navigating key changes while maintaining vocal placement
- Interpreting swing eighth notes and syncopated rhythms
- Balancing pop phrasing with choral precision
- Understanding call-and-response vocal arrangements