This Is It! (arr. Alan Billingsley): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Mack David Jerry Livingston / Arranged by Alan Billingsley
Item: 35-PK00409957
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It's the perfect show opener! Audiences young and old will enjoy this theme from the "Bugs Bunny Show" in an expanded arrangement for choirs of all ages!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00409957
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About the Artist: Mack David Jerry Livingston
Mack David and Jerry Livingston were the songwriting team behind some of the most recognizable themes in American animation and television. David brought lyrical sophistication while Livingston composed memorable melodies that stuck with audiences across generations. Their work on the Bugs Bunny Show's theme became a cultural touchstone, proving that cartoon music could be clever, catchy, and genuinely well-crafted.
Their catalog spans decades of film and television composition, always prioritizing accessibility without sacrificing musical quality. For music educators, their legacy offers repertoire that connects students to popular culture while maintaining artistic integrity.
Why we love this
Alan Billingsley's arrangement captures everything that made the original theme irresistible while opening it up for ensemble participation. Young singers respond immediately to material they recognize from screen, and this version sustains that energy through creative instrumental writing that keeps all voices engaged. It's a genuine crowd pleaser that works equally well as an opener or a closer.
What to expect
Energetic, clever, and instantly fun. The arrangement maintains the original theme's mischievous character while adding instrumental color that makes it feel fresh rather than simply nostalgic. You hear the Bugs Bunny wit come through in every phrase.
Who it's for
Any choir looking for material that spans age groups and performance contexts. Middle school and high school ensembles benefit from the straightforward appeal, while elementary programs can handle it with mature singers and younger groups enjoy the familiarity.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the personality shine through in the comic timing. This tune thrives on a conversational, somewhat irreverent energy that standard legit singing will flatten.
- Balance the ensemble voicing with Billingsley's instrumental writing so neither overshadows the other. The arrangement gains its charm from how they interplay.
- Lean into the rhythmic vitality rather than softening the tempo. This theme moves because it bounces.
How to use it
Open your spring or fall concert with this and watch audience members light up the moment they recognize it. The arrangement's accessible energy works well paired with other accessible repertoire, or it can provide a refreshing palate cleanser between heavier pieces. Its genuine entertainment value makes it ideal for pops concerts, family-friendly programs, or any performance where you want immediate connection with listeners.
Skills your students will build
- Singing with rhythmic precision in a comic/theatrical style
- Listening to and balancing with instrumental accompaniment
- Sustaining energy through an upbeat ensemble arrangement
- Articulation techniques that convey character and personality