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Treat People With Kindness (arr. Jack Zaino): 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo

As performed by Harry Styles / Arranged by Jack Zaino

Item: 35-DS00489436

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 13
SKU: 35-DS00489436

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About the Artist: Harry Styles

Harry Styles emerged as a solo artist following his tenure in One Direction, establishing himself as a songwriter and performer who bridges pop sensibility with introspective lyricism. His work often explores themes of personal growth, vulnerability, and human connection, resonating particularly with younger audiences and earning him recognition across multiple Grammy Awards and international chart success.

Why we love this

Jack Zaino's arrangement captures the earnest simplicity of the original while making it genuinely accessible for developing mixed choirs. The three-part voicing allows you to build community and social-emotional learning into your repertoire without sacrificing musicality or contemporary relevance.

What to expect

The piece radiates warmth and inclusivity. The harmonic language feels modern yet accessible, with a conversational quality that invites singers to connect emotionally rather than wrestle with technical complexity. There's an understated sincerity here that can genuinely move an audience.

Who it's for

This octavo works beautifully for middle school through high school choirs seeking contemporary repertoire with genuine substance. It's equally valuable for community and adult ensembles looking to expand beyond traditional choral fare without sacrificing musicality.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the melody line carefully during sections where it sits in the middle voice; your sopranos should support rather than overpower the narrative center.
  • Emphasize the text's message by attending to diction and vowel space. The power of this piece lives in clarity and sincerity, not volume.
  • Lean into the gentleness of the harmonic movement. Avoid pushing the tempo; let the arrangement breathe and the message land.
  • Consider light accompaniment if performing acoustically. The arrangement is designed to function well with minimal instrumental support.

How to use it

Position this as a centerpiece for a concert exploring social responsibility, kindness, or contemporary values. It pairs naturally with service-oriented programming and works equally well as a concert opener that immediately establishes an intimate, reflective tone. This also serves as an excellent piece for building confidence in newer singers while keeping more experienced choristers engaged.

Skills your students will build

  • Balancing inner voices while maintaining melodic clarity
  • Interpreting contemporary pop harmony and phrasing
  • Text projection and emotional communication in performance
  • Sight-reading in modern harmonic contexts
  • Blend and balance across three-part mixed voicing

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