What a Man Gotta Do (arr. Frank de Vreeze): SAB Choral Octavo

Frank de Vreeze's arrangement captures the contemporary pop sensibility of the original while making it genuinely singable for three-part mixed choirs. The 133-page octavo suggests substantial depth here—this is a full arrangement that gives all three voice parts meaningful material rather than padding them around a melody line.

Energetic and modern, with the kind of forward momentum that keeps audiences engaged. The arrangement likely preserves the original's pop sheen while giving it the harmonic sophistication that comes with three-part writing.

Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that appeals to singers without sacrificing musicality or arrangement craft. This works equally well for high school and community choirs wanting to program something current that audiences recognize and enjoy.

• Lean into the rhythmic precision of the pop idiom. These grooves need lock and pocket to land; drill the syncopated figures in isolation before full rehearsals.
• Balance brightness in the upper voices while keeping the bass line grounded and present. Pop arrangements live or die by their rhythmic foundation.
• Reference the original Jonas Brothers recording early to ground your singers in the song's energy and phrasing, then build your own interpretation from there.

Pair this with classic pop standards or other contemporary pop arrangements to create a focused set that speaks to younger audience members while keeping the concert fresh. It also serves as an accessible opener that builds confidence and energy early in your concert.

• Reading syncopated rhythms in a contemporary pop context
• Balancing melody and supportive harmony lines in three-part texture
• Coordinating rhythmic accuracy across voice parts in a groove-based arrangement
• Interpreting modern pop phrasing and energy within ensemble singing