Celestial by Ed Sheeran A Cappella - Digital Sheet Music

SKU: A0.1905729

This arrangement was commissioned for, and premiered by, Voices Co. Pop A Cappella Academy, for an auditioned vocal band aged 11 - 14 years old. It is a sentimental and heart warming song, with lots of variety and opportunity for expression.

VOCAL LAYOUT:

The melody, or lead line, is divided amongst the vocal parts to give variety. The B.G (background) parts replicate the instrumental accompaniment of the original track, filling out the arrangement and creating the contemporary texture that is at the heart of Pop A Cappella. The Rhythm (Beatbox) and Bass should be a feature, and they provide the arrangement with the groove and vibe it needs.

The dynamics give an indication which vocal parts should be strongest at any given moment, but changes may need to be made depending on the number / balance of singers, and the strengths of each vocal section. As a general rule, the melody or lead should be strongest, followed by any harmony parts (those with lyrics), followed by any background parts (Oos / Ahs / Dms, etc).

RHYTHM & BASS:

This Beatboxing part is suitable for beginner to moderate performers, and is scored used drum notation.

If your ensemble is without a bass or a beatboxer you could consider the following options:

- Use electric bass guitar playing the bass part
- Use a drum kit or drum box (Cajon)
- Use a piano to provide some simple background accompaniment

PERSONAL ASSISTANCE:

If you need any assistance please don't hesitate to get in touch with us directly, we'd be happy to reply to any questions via email, or you can also book in a 1:1 consultation between your M.D and Julian Hay, or a Zoom workshop with your ensemble for specific feedback:

E. hello@voicesco.nz

W. www.voicesco.nz.