We Are the Champions (arr. Roger Emerson): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Queen / Arranged by Roger Emerson
Item: 35-PK00430980
$20.00
Pickup currently not available
Buy Extra Parts (Digital PDF Download)
Parts Added to Cart!
Description
The mega hit movie "Bohemian Rhapsody" has introduced a whole new audience to the music of Queen. And there are few rock songs that lend themselves so well to choral singing. This is an arrangement that combines classic Queen with classic choral singing for a powerhouse pop/rock addition to your choir concert.
We Are the Champions (arr. Roger Emerson): Choral Instrumental Pak isn't in MakeMusic Cloud just yet...but it could be. Let us know you'd like to see it, and you'll help shape what comes next. In the meantime, start a free trial and dive into thousands of interactive titles your students can play along with today.
Request This Title
Tell us you want it.
Start Your Free Trial
Explore everything that's ready to play right now.
Sample Audio
No sample audio found.
Sample Video
No sample videos found.
Additional Details
Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00430980
More about this title
About the Artist: Queen
Queen emerged from the British rock scene in the early 1970s and became one of the most influential bands in popular music history. Fronted by the incomparable Freddie Mercury, the band created anthems that transcended generations through fearless compositional choices, innovative studio production, and a commitment to theatrical live performance. Their catalog combines rock energy with sophisticated harmonic and melodic writing, making their songs surprisingly effective when adapted for ensemble singing.
Why we love this
Roger Emerson's arrangement respects the song's essential character while unlocking it for choral voices in ways that feel both authentic and singable. Your students get to own a legitimate rock anthem rather than a diluted version, which changes how they approach the performance. The Bohemian Rhapsody moment has made Queen culturally relevant again to younger singers, giving this piece real resonance in a concert setting.
What to expect
Triumphant and unironic. The arrangement channels Queen's arena rock swagger without winking at the audience or turning the song into a novelty. Your singers will feel the lift and majesty that made this song unforgettable in the first place.
Who it's for
Choirs looking for contemporary rock material that actually has musical substance and appeals to singers across experience levels. Programs seeking to connect with current audiences through repertoire that lands because it's genuinely famous. Any director who wants students to feel the thrill of performing a legitimate hit song.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock in the rhythmic precision during the chorus; Queen's power comes from tightness, not looseness. Your rhythm section and vocal parts need to sit exactly together.
- Balance the melody across voice parts rather than anchoring it to sopranos alone. Emerson likely distributed it strategically, so trust the voicing to achieve the needed blend.
- Attack the famous 'We are the champions' hook with confidence and slight projection; this phrase carries the emotional weight of the entire arrangement.
- Use the recorded accompaniment to establish tempo and feel early in rehearsal so your singers can internalize the groove before polishing technique.
How to use it
Consider placing this in a set alongside other contemporary or popular music to create a concert section that speaks to your audience's lived experience. It works equally well as a finale number that leaves the house energized or as the centerpiece of a themed program exploring modern rock classics. The familiarity of the song means your marketing practically writes itself.
Skills your students will build
- Singing rock phrasing and rhythmic precision in ensemble
- Sustaining energy and intensity across longer phrases
- Balancing choral blend while maintaining rock attitude
- Navigating tempo and feel from recorded accompaniment
- Projecting confidence in strongly rhythmic, metrical singing