The Lion Sleeps Tonight: TTBB Choral Octavo
Lyrics and revised music by George David Weiss, Hugo Peretti, and Luigi Creatore / arr. Alan Billingsley
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Description
This dynamic new setting is sure to be a choir and audience favorite for many years to come! Arranged in a rhythmic, African, Lion King style. Don't miss the SoundTrax CD which offers multiple layers of hip percussion!
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0007667
More about this title
About the Composer: George David Weiss
George David Weiss (1921-2010) was an American songwriter and composer whose catalog spans decades of popular music across theater, film, and recording. His ability to craft memorable melodies with strong emotional cores made him a sought-after composer for both dramatic and light entertainment contexts.
Weiss's songwriting often reflected the cultural moments of his era. "The Lion Sleeps Tonight," originally titled "Wimoweh," became one of his most enduring compositions, recorded by artists across multiple genres and generations. His work demonstrates the pedagogical value of pop songwriting that bridges contemporary appeal with solid harmonic foundation.
Why we love this
Alan Billingsley's arrangement captures the percussive energy and rhythmic vitality of The Lion King without losing the song's essential melodic charm. Men's choirs rarely get literature this fun and this singable in the same package, and the flexible voicing options (TB/TTB/TBB/TTBB) mean you're not locked into a single voice distribution.
What to expect
The arrangement pulses with African-inspired percussion and rhythmic energy that never lets the listener settle into passivity. Melodically, the piece retains the haunting simplicity of the original while the harmonic colors and layered rhythmic gestures give singers plenty of textural interest to explore.
Who it's for
This octavo works for men's choirs at the high school level and above, particularly those comfortable with contemporary pop arranging and rhythmic independence. It's equally at home in a show choir context or a traditional men's chorus seeking repertoire that connects with modern audiences.
How to get the most out of it
- Anchor the groove with your lower voices. The bass line drives the African-influenced rhythmic feel, so lock that foundation early in rehearsal before layering in the other parts.
- Shape the dynamic contours within phrases rather than treating sections uniformly. The arrangement thrives on contrast between rhythmic passages and more sustained melodic moments.
- Lean into the percussion gestures indicated in the score. Even without the full SoundTrax accompaniment, your singers can articulate rhythmic patterns that reference the recorded layers, making the texture feel fuller.
How to use it
This is natural programming for a pops concert, a gala, or any show that needs a high-energy moment with genuine crowd appeal. Consider pairing it with other contemporary pop settings to showcase your men's choir's rhythmic chops and versatility beyond traditional literature.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining rhythmic independence in polyrhythmic contexts
- Balancing precision articulation with forward phrasing
- Voice blending across mixed voicings (TB, TTB, TBB, TTBB transitions)
- Responding to accompaniment and percussion layering cues