This Is It (arr. Frank de Vreeze): SSAATB Choral Octavo

Frank de Vreeze's arrangement captures Jackson's rhythmic precision and melodic sophistication in a voicing that feels both accessible and sophisticated for mixed choirs. The extended page count signals genuinely developed writing rather than a stripped-down reduction, giving your singers real musical material to sink their teeth into.

Modern, energetic, and rhythmically alive. De Vreeze's six-part writing creates movement and texture throughout, whether you're exploring a sparse section with just a few voices or building to a full ensemble moment. The arrangement balances Jackson's signature sound with choral writing that sits naturally for singers.

Choirs looking for contemporary repertoire with genuine musical substance and an arrangement that respects both the original and the singers performing it. This works for mixed ensembles of intermediate to advanced ability who want to engage with popular music seriously.

• Nail the rhythm section's pocket. Jackson's music lives in the space between the beat, so lock your lower voices into a tight, confident pulse before layering the upper harmonies.
• Shape the melody with Jackson's characteristic precision. Clean articulation and exact rhythmic placement will honor the original while keeping things from sounding generic.
• Layer your dynamics carefully across the six parts. With this many voices, subtle shifts in volume from section to section create definition and prevent muddiness.

Feature this in a concert exploring the intersection of pop and choral music, or pair it alongside art songs and classical work to show your audience the range your choir can command. It's equally compelling as a showpiece for an all-pop set or as a single contemporary moment in a mixed program.

• Reading and sustaining multiple independent lines in a six-part texture
• Executing precise rhythmic articulation in contemporary styles
• Balancing individual voice part clarity within a dense harmonic texture
• Interpreting dynamics and phrasing in pop-influenced arrangements