This Magic Moment (arr. Mac Huff): TTBB Choral Octavo
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This Magic Moment (arr. Mac Huff): TTBB Choral Octavo

As performed by Ben E. King The Drifters / As performed by Jay The Americans / Arranged by Mac Huff

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 14
SKU: 35-DS00421895

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About the Artist: Ben E. King The Drifters

Ben E. King earned his place in music history as the lead voice of The Drifters, one of the most influential R&B groups of the 1950s and 1960s. His rich baritone and emotional delivery became the signature sound behind some of the era's most enduring songs, including "Save the Last Dance for Me" and "Under the Boardwalk." King's artistry helped define the doo-wop and early soul sound that shaped popular music for generations.

The Drifters themselves were a constantly evolving ensemble, but under King's leadership they became masters of crafting accessible, heartfelt arrangements that balanced sophisticated musicality with genuine feeling. His contribution to American popular song extends far beyond his own recordings; his compositions and interpretations have been covered countless times and remain standards in the wedding and standards repertoire.

Why we love this

Mac Huff's arrangement captures the romantic warmth of this classic without oversimplifying it, giving your TTBB ensemble genuine musicality to sink their teeth into. The voicing stays true to the song's doo-wop roots while offering modern harmonic color that keeps audiences emotionally engaged. It's the kind of piece that works equally well as a concert closer or wedding ceremony feature, and your singers will feel genuinely proud performing it.

What to expect

This arrangement wraps you in the nostalgia and sincerity of doo-wop era songwriting. The close harmonies create an intimate sound, almost like listening to the song sung directly to you in a quiet moment. There's both vulnerability and confidence in the voicing, capturing that perfect blend of tenderness and assurance that makes the lyrics land with real impact.

Who it's for

TTBB choirs at the intermediate to advanced level who want to expand beyond contemporary pop arrangements into classic popular standards. Directors seeking a tested crowd-pleaser that fits wedding ceremonies, concert closers, or any setting calling for genuine romantic warmth without sentimentality.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the bass line carefully in the lower passages; it should anchor the harmony without overwhelming the melody line.
  • Shape the phrases around the text rather than the bar lines, allowing the romantic language to dictate your phrasing and rubato.
  • Find the swagger in the rhythm without rushing; this music lives in the pocket of steady half-note pulse.
  • Let the baritones and tenors share the spotlight during the harmonic transitions; these inner voices carry emotional weight in the arrangement.

How to use it

Pair this with other classic standards to create a retrospective concert section celebrating American songwriting. It works beautifully as a wedding ceremony piece when your ensemble gets comfortable with it, or as a spring concert finale that sends audiences home with a smile. The 14-page arrangement gives you enough material to make it a genuine showpiece without requiring extensive rehearsal time to polish.

Skills your students will build

  • Balancing blend in close four-part harmony
  • Phrasing shaped by lyrical content rather than notation
  • Maintaining rhythmic precision in swing-inflected rhythms
  • Reading and executing doo-wop style voicing conventions
  • Collaborative singing across multiple melodic lines

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