You're the One That I Want (from Grease): Choral SoundPax
From the Musical Grease
Words and music by John Farrar / arr. Alan Billingsley
Item: 00-PK-0001326
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Description
You've seen Grease, the musical, Grease, the movie, and now, "You're the One That I Want," the hit TV show casting the lead roles for the Broadway revival of Grease. So now, sing the hit from the musical, the movie, and the TV show: "You're the One That I Want." It's a hot new choral version, just in time for the Broadway opening. Alan Billingsley's arrangement captures all the excitement of the smash 50s musical.
Don't just read it, hear it, play along with it, and watch your students grow with it. In MakeMusic Cloud, You're the One That I Want (from Grease): Choral SoundPax comes alive with professional accompaniment, adjustable tempo, and built-in practice tools that turn solo practice into real progress.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
32
SKU:
00-PK-0001326
Instrumentation:
SoundPax
More about this title
About the Composer: John Farrar
John Farrar is an Australian singer, songwriter, and producer who rose to prominence as a member of Marty Wilde and the Wildcats before launching a successful solo career in the 1970s. He co-wrote and performed on "You're the One That I Want" with Olivia Newton-John for the 1978 film adaptation of Grease, a track that became one of the decade's defining pop hits and earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song.
Why we love this
Alan Billingsley's arrangement distills the infectious energy of this iconic duet into a choral version that works for mixed ensembles without losing the song's immediate appeal. The inclusion of movement and staging guidance means your singers can capture the flirtation and chemistry of the original while learning how to integrate choreography with vocal precision. It's a crowd-pleaser with genuine substance.
What to expect
Bright, flirtatious, and bursting with 1950s swagger filtered through disco-era production. The arrangement captures the song's essential charm: two characters discovering mutual attraction with wit and confidence, set to a groove that makes standing still nearly impossible.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking contemporary pop repertoire that carries real musical and cultural weight will find this a natural fit. It works especially well for groups preparing concert programs, pops shows, or musicals where a recognizable show tune adds variety and audience engagement without compromising musical integrity.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the vocal lines to mirror the playful, conversational back-and-forth between characters; clarity of text matters as much as vocal blend.
- Use the recorded accompaniment to lock in the groove and tempo, which sits at the heart of this song's infectious quality.
- Emphasize the rhythmic precision in the ensemble passages so that the energy feels propulsive rather than sluggish.
- Balance soloists against the full choir strategically; the arrangement likely features moments where featured singers trade lines with the group, so rehearse those transitions cleanly.
How to use it
Program this as a signature piece in a pops or Broadway-themed concert where it can anchor a set of iconic film musical numbers. It also serves as an accessible entry point into ensemble singing for singers who grew up with the movie, making it a smart choice for recruiting or building enthusiasm in younger or less experienced choirs.
Skills your students will build
- Singing popular music idioms with rhythmic precision and contemporary vocal style
- Performing choreographed movement while maintaining vocal control and blend
- Navigating call-and-response and dialogue-based arrangements
- Balancing solo passages with ensemble sections in mixed-voice settings