The Square Root of Possible: Choral SoundPax

This anthem delivers the theatrical energy and contemporary production values your singers crave without sacrificing musicality or educational value. The three voicings mean you can program it with confidence whether you're working with a small ensemble or a full choir, and the non-holiday lyrics make it genuinely versatile across your entire season. Programming an entrance or finale that actually excites students to sing is rare; this one does both.

Bright, purposeful, and buoyant. The music sparkles with optimism without sliding into saccharine territory; there's genuine sincerity beneath the upbeat arrangement. This is the sound of a group stepping on stage with something important to say and the confidence to say it.

Any choir seeking a contemporary, emotionally intelligent showcase piece that works as either an opener, closer, or spotlit feature. Middle school through adult ensembles will find voicings that fit their range and maturity, and the theatrical style appeals to singers who want their choral music to sound current and alive.

• Lean into the rhythmic precision of the accompaniment; the groove matters as much as the melody. Lock the ensemble's articulation with the SoundPax or SoundTrax from the first rehearsal so the piece lands with intention.
• Build dynamic contrast deliberately across the three sections. Start with restraint, then let the energy crest toward the final statement so the lyrical message hits harder.
• Encourage singers to own the text emotionally. This isn't about vocal virtuosity; it's about conviction and joy. The strongest performances come when the ensemble believes in 'possible in me.'
• If layering the voicings across your choir, rehearse each part independently first, then blend them gradually. The arrangement is well-balanced, but singers need to lock their own line before worrying about blend.

Program this as a concert opener that sets an energetic, positive tone, or close your show with it as a powerful final message. The non-holiday text also makes it ideal for spring or fall concerts, holiday programs outside December, or any concert theme centered on resilience, possibility, or community.

• Rhythmic precision in contemporary pop styles
• Layering and balancing multiple choral voicings
• Singing with intentional emotion and textual clarity
• Coordination with recorded accompaniments and orchestrations
• Stylistic awareness of musical theater conventions in choral arranging