The Star: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Mariah Carey / Arranged by Mark Brymer
Item: 35-PK00421376
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A beautiful power ballad from the animated movie "The Star". With a half time back beat feel and a melody that won't leave your thoughts, this is the sort of ballad that has an audience wondering "where did that come from?" Immensley singable with a melody that fits the voice beautifully.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00421376
More about this title
About the Artist: Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey's five-octave range and signature whistle register have made her one of the most influential vocalists in contemporary music. Her technical command of melismatic phrasing and her ability to craft unforgettable melodic hooks have shaped how modern singers approach both popular and choral arrangements.
In educational settings, Carey's work serves as a masterclass in vocal production. Her recordings demonstrate control, breath management, and the integration of contemporary vocal techniques with classical training principles. These qualities make her arrangements particularly valuable for students developing their own interpretive voices.
Why we love this
Brymer's arrangement captures the emotional restraint that makes the original so compelling, allowing the ballad to sit naturally in ensemble voices without overcomplicating the harmonic landscape. The half-time back beat creates a contemporary rhythmic anchor that engages accompanists and rhythm section players while keeping focus squarely on the vocal line's expressive potential.
What to expect
The half-time back beat creates a laid-back confidence that contrasts beautifully with the ballad's underlying vulnerability. The melody unfolds with the kind of natural grace that sits effortlessly in the voice, allowing singers to focus on storytelling rather than technical survival.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that lands emotionally without demanding virtuosic vocal technique. This works equally well for ensembles wanting to expand beyond traditional holiday repertoire and those building concert programs with film music that connects with audiences.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the melody with subtle dynamic swells that follow the lyrical phrasing rather than applying uniform crescendos across phrases.
- Balance the half-time groove in rhythm section parts so the pulse feels grounded without overshadowing the singers' legit tone.
- Work on consistent vowel formation throughout the range, especially where the melody sits higher; the singability Mark built in depends on clean vowel execution.
- Let the accompaniment track guide ensemble members through the groove's pocket, but rehearse without it frequently to ensure the choir owns the rhythmic feel independently.
How to use it
This pairs elegantly in concert settings where you're mixing holiday tradition with contemporary film music, or programming a winter concert that spans multiple genres. Consider pairing it with other pop-influenced arrangements to create a cohesive set that feels current without abandoning musical substance.
Skills your students will build
- Controlling vibrato in contemporary ballad styles
- Phrasing legit vowels with emotional intention
- Locking ensemble balance in half-time rhythmic feels
- Interpreting songs from film and recording contexts for live performance