When I Think About Angels: SATB, a cappella Choral Octavo
Words and music by Roxie Dean, Sonny Tillis, and Jamie O'Neal / arr. Bryan Sharpe
Item: 00-PO-0005893
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Minimum order quantity: 20 copies
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This sweet Jamie O'Neal pop country hit makes a perfect contemporary a cappella arrangement, and Bryan Sharpe's writing preserves all the bubbly fun of the original! A driving vocal bass line, upper voices that alternate between laying down the groove and singing the original backing vocals, and a solo feature for a standout singer.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
20
SKU:
00-PO-0005893
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Why we love this
Bryan Sharpe captures the infectious energy of the original without leaning on instrumental backing; the vocal bass line drives the whole arrangement forward, and the interplay between groove-laying and melody-singing keeps all four parts engaged. Directors get a contemporary pop song that feels current and fun while remaining accessible for mixed choirs who want to sound polished and confident.
What to expect
Upbeat and bubbly, with a steady rhythmic drive that makes you want to move. The arrangement balances accessibility with sophistication, giving singers the satisfaction of sounding modern and polished while staying true to what made the original song so engaging.
Who it's for
Mixed choirs (SATB) looking for a contemporary pop arrangement that doesn't require instrumental accompaniment but still delivers the fun and energy of the original recording. This works well for groups with a strong alto and soprano section and basses who can anchor the groove confidently.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the vocal bass line as the rhythmic anchor before adding upper voices. Have basses and tenors lock the groove in isolation first, then layer sopranos and altos so everyone feels where the pulse sits.
- Give the solo feature real space and character. This is a moment for your standout singer to shine, so rehearse with them singing over the full voicing so they can find their balance and phrasing without getting buried.
- Articulate the backing vocal rhythms crisply in the upper voices. Those rhythmic figures that alternate with the melody are what give the arrangement its bubbly lift; don't let them blur or lag behind the beat.
- Balance blend with definition in the a cappella texture. You'll need each voice part clear enough to sustain the harmonic framework without an instrument, but cohesive enough that the arrangement sounds like a unit, not four separate lines.
How to use it
Pair this with other contemporary a cappella selections for a full pop choral set, or use it as a strong closer to a mixed concert where you want to end on an uplifting, audience-friendly note. The 20-page format and solo feature also make it a standout number for a smaller vocal showcase or young adult choir event.
Skills your students will build
- Singing rhythmic precision and groove in a cappella texture without instrumental support
- Maintaining intonation in four-part harmony over a moving bass line
- Balancing solo performance against full ensemble backup vocals
- Sustaining energy and articulation in pop-influenced vocal music
- Layering and interplay between melody and rhythmic accompaniment roles