Viva La Diva! (Medley featuring Songs from Glee): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Glee Cast / Arranged by Tim Davis / Arranged by Adam Anders
Item: 35-PK00167003
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Glee celebrates the flash, the dazzle and the music of some of pop music's most exciting female artists. This 6-minute medley will give your SSA groups a chance to do the same as they sing these top contemporary hits: "Bad Romance" (Lady Gaga), "Express Yourself" (Madonna), "Single Ladies" (Put a Ring on It), "Telephone" (Lady Gaga featuring Beyoncé), "Toxic" (Britney Spears). Duration: ca. 5:30.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00167003
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About the Artist: Glee Cast
Glee brought contemporary pop music into the mainstream conversation about musical theater and choral performance. The cast's recordings demonstrated that young singers could tackle sophisticated vocal arrangements of current hits, making the show a cultural touchstone for secondary choral programs nationwide.
The music from Glee proved that pop arrangements could serve genuine pedagogical purposes: they engaged singers with material they already knew, built ensemble skills through challenging contemporary writing, and showed students that choral singing extended far beyond classical repertoire.
Why we love this
Directors consistently reach for this medley because it solves a real scheduling challenge: a six-minute block of recognizable hits that keeps audiences engaged while featuring five distinct vocal personalities. The arrangement respects both the source material and the singers performing it, avoiding the trap of oversimplifying pop hits into forgettable accompaniment.
What to expect
Theatrical, confident, and unapologetically fun. The medley balances pop swagger with surprising vocal depth; singers get to feel like recording artists while actually developing their craft. It's the sound of a choral program that knows itself and takes risks.
Who it's for
SSA choral groups looking for contemporary repertoire with genuine crowd appeal and sophisticated vocal writing. This works best for singers with some ensemble experience who can track quick style changes and maintain precision through pop idioms.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the character shifts between songs. Each number has its own rhythmic pocket and attitude; rehearse them as distinct pieces before threading them together as a medley.
- Let the recorded accompaniment anchor your ensemble internally. The production values are intentionally present, so use them to settle singers' confidence rather than fight against them.
- Shape the transitions carefully. Six minutes moves quickly; those few moments between songs are your only chance to reset the room's energy and attention.
How to use it
Program this alongside one classical or jazz piece to anchor a concert built around contemporary women in music. The energy and recognition factor make it ideal for a spring concert finale or a standalone pop showcase that demonstrates your singers' range and appeal.
Skills your students will build
- Tracking rapid stylistic shifts (R&B, dance pop, electronic production)
- Maintaining rhythmic precision in syncopated vocal lines
- Balancing blend with contemporary articulation techniques
- Responding to recorded accompaniment without losing ensemble integrity
- Sustaining character and energy across extended medley structure