Vogue: S(S)AB Choral Octavo
As performed by the Cast of Glee
Words and music by Madonna Ciccone and Shep Pettibone / arr. Andy Beck
Item: 00-PO-0008040
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This powerful Madonna hit charted at #1 in over 30 countries worldwide and was certified "double platinum" within the first months of its release in 1990. Still popular today, the iconic song and music video were recently recreated by Sue Sylvester on TV's Glee. "Strike a pose!"
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
16
SKU:
00-PO-0008040
More about this title
About the Composer: Madonna Ciccone
Madonna Ciccone emerged as a defining pop force in the 1980s, reshaping popular music through fearless reinvention and visual spectacle. Her influence extends far beyond the charts; her work has become a staple in music education settings, offering contemporary repertoire that engages students with material they recognize and respect.
As a songwriter and collaborator, Madonna worked with producer Shep Pettibone to craft songs that balance pop accessibility with genuine compositional craft. For choral arrangers and educators, her catalog represents a bridge between commercial success and teachable moments about groove, dynamics, and stylistic authenticity.
Why we love this
Andy Beck's arrangement captures what made "Vogue" unstoppable without sacrificing the vocal clarity your ensemble needs. The SAB voicing keeps it achievable for mixed choirs while maintaining the track's infectious energy and attitude.
What to expect
Energetic and confident without pretension. The arrangement channels the swagger and visual flair of the original while creating moments of genuine harmonic interest that keep singers invested across all three parts. It's music that makes a room feel alive.
Who it's for
Directors seeking material that resonates with younger singers and draws authentic engagement from the ensemble. This works equally well for show choirs looking for contemporary pop credentials and traditional choirs wanting to bridge classical programming with current music.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the rhythmic groove early in rehearsal by isolating the syncopated phrases in each part; this song lives or dies by precision timing rather than interpretive flexibility.
- Layer in the recorded accompaniment once your singers have the melody and harmony secure; let them hear how the vocal line sits within the full production sound.
- Emphasize the contrast between the verses (which should feel conversational and rhythmically relaxed) and the chorus (which needs drive and unified dynamics).
- Treat the spoken vocal sections with the same care as the sung material; they require clear diction and confident delivery to land the attitude the arrangement demands.
How to use it
Program this in a mixed concert where it can sit alongside other pop or contemporary selections, or use it as a statement piece in a pops concert that celebrates music your singers actually listen to. The immediate familiarity also makes it ideal for recruitment or community-building performances where breaking down the classical-only barrier matters.
Skills your students will build
- Performing syncopated rhythms with precision and independence
- Sustaining groove and ensemble cohesion across pop/contemporary idioms
- Blending sung and spoken vocal techniques
- Responding to recorded accompaniment and playback tracks
- Maintaining stylistic authenticity in a commercial music arrangement