You're the One That I Want (from Grease): SATB Choral Octavo
From the Musical Grease
Words and music by John Farrar / arr. Alan Billingsley
Item: 00-PO-0002277
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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. Choreography featured on "Razzamatazz!" DVD (item 00-27430).
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0002277
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About the Composer: John Farrar
John Farrar is an Australian singer, songwriter, and producer who became a fixture of 1970s pop music. He co-wrote and produced some of the most recognizable songs from the Grease soundtrack, including this duet, which became a cultural phenomenon through both the original film and subsequent stage and television productions.
Why we love this
Alan Billingsley's arrangement preserves the infectious energy and driving rhythm that made this a chart-topper while reshaping it for four-part voices. The combination of familiarity (your singers and audience already know this song) with fresh harmonic texture means you get instant buy-in and solid musical content in one package.
What to expect
Electric. Confident. A little bit cheeky. This arrangement captures the theatrical swagger of Danny and Sandy's famous scene, translating it into four-part harmony without losing the sass or the shimmer. Your singers will feel the spotlight the moment they step into it.
Who it's for
Choirs programming pops concerts, show-focused events, or mixed-repertoire programs where a recognizable, high-energy hit serves both entertainment and musical substance. This works equally well for high school and community choirs comfortable with contemporary voicing and style.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the rhythm section into a tight groove from the start. The syncopation and forward momentum of this arrangement demand precision; even small rhythmic slips will deflate the song's propulsive character.
- Balance the solos and ensemble sections carefully. Billingsley writes moments for featured voices; make sure soloists project without drowning out the harmonic support underneath.
- Lean into the character and energy of the 1950s setting. This isn't a ballad. Push the tempo, emphasize the percussive consonants, and let your singers feel the swagger that makes Grease tick.
- Use the recorded accompaniment to establish the groove and as a rehearsal reference for style and pacing, especially if your singers are less familiar with the era's idiom.
How to use it
Lead with this in a pops or musical theater concert, or pair it with other Grease songs and 1950s pop standards to build a thematic program. It also serves as a strong opener or encore number, practically guaranteed to land with your audience and give your choir a confidence boost early in the evening.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated pop idioms
- Vocal blend and balance across SATB texture in contemporary styles
- Stage presence and character performance in arranged pop music
- Listening and responding to a recorded accompaniment with ensemble awareness