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Choral Arrangements of
Katy Perry
Katy Perry was born in California, the middle child of pastor parents. She has an older sister and younger brother. Raised in a deeply religious family, Perry's first experience of performing was singing in church. A passion for music grew and at the age of 15, Perry began visiting Nashville, gaining experience of song writing and recording demos.
She signed to a Christian record label, Red Hill, and recorded an album, under her birth name of Katy Hudson. The album was not a success. At age 17 she moved to Los Angeles and collaborated with producer Glen Ballard, but was not able to secure a lasting record deal. Perry did sign to Columbia Records in 2004, but again this did not prove a success, and she was dropped.
An executive at Columbia recommended Perry to the chairman of Virgin Records, Jason Flom, which resulted in her signing for Capitol Music Group. She recorded her second album, "One of the Boys" and in the Spring of 2008 released the lead single, the controversial "I Kissed a Girl". The song proved a smash, hitting the number one slot in several countries. Other hit singles followed and the album was a commercial success.
Perry was now established as a pop superstar and cemented her position with the release of her next album "Teenage Dreams", which spawned more huge hits including "California Gurls" and "Firework". Many awards and music industry records followed. In 2012 Perry made the move into movies, releasing the documentary feature film Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012).
Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media
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Various Arrangers : Katy Perry "Roar' - Katy Perry's pop hit soared up the charts, achieving #1 on the Hot 100 with an affirming message of strength and inspiration. Showcase your pop group with this fantastic confidence builder! "Firework" - Katy Perry's pop hit exploded up the charts and has shown incredible staying power with its inspirational message of everyone's intrinsic worth. A wonderful showcase for pop and show groups of all levels, your audience will thrill with the powerful lyrics: You gotta ignite the light and let it shine. Just own the night like the Fourth of July. "Rise" - This single by Katy Perry was written for the 2016 NBC Olympics coverage in Rio de Janeiro, with an epic sound inspiring us to come together with the resolve to be the best we can be. A fabulous message for choirs of all types! "Chained to the Rhythm" - Katy Perry's disco infused new pop tune warns us of the dangers of living in a bubble and blissfully ignoring the dangers of unquestioning conformity. Along with Skip Marley--grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley--they offer enlightening lines about the importance of human interaction and people power. These are important themes for your students in this time where digital media and cell phones can replace actual human contact. Songlist: Roar, Firework, Rise, Chained to the Rhythm, Never Really Over 
Katy Perry : Never Really Over Katy Perry's newest single returns her to her sugary pop roots and this turbo-paced, lyrically meaningful song is full of syncopation and close-quarter harmonies sure to keep your choir and your audience beaming!
Mark Brymer : Roar Katy Perry's 2013 pop hit soared up the charts, achieving #1 on the Hot 100 with an affirming message of strength and inspiration. Showcase your pop group with this fantastic confidence builder! Available separately: SA(T)B, SSA, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Rhythms parts available as a digital download (syn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:20.
Tim Davis : Firework Katy Perry's 2010 pop hit exploded up the charts and has shown incredible staying power with its inspirational message of everyone's intrinsic worth. A wonderful showcase for pop and show groups of all levels, your audience will thrill with the powerful lyrics: You gotta ignite the light and let it shine. Just own the night like the Fourth of July. Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts (syn, gtr, b, dm) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 2:40.
Mac Huff : Teenage Dream The Glee version of Katy Perry's Teenage Dream set a single-day sales record for its iTunes debut, soaring up the charts with its insistent rhythmic drive and smooth vocals and capturing all the drama and emotion of teen romance. Available separately: SATB divisi, TTBB divisi, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:40.
Mac Huff : Rise This single by Katy Perry was written for the 2016 NBC Olympics coverage in Rio de Janeiro, with an epic sound inspiring us to come together with the resolve to be the best we can be. A fabulous message for choirs of all types!
Alan Billingsley : Firework Katy Perry's No. 1 single from her album Teenage Dream lifts you up from beginning to end. It speaks of people that are full of life and fire inside---and make you go "Ah!" Perfect for year-end concerts, too.
Alan Billingsley : Chained to the Rhythm Katy Perry impressed with this perky pop hit in 2017 at both the Grammysae and Brit Awards, joined on stage by Skip Marley for a short reggae-inspired feature. Singable, danceable, and undeniably catchy, here's the chart-climbing single arranged for all choirs. "Turn it up, it's your favorite song."
Sia : Chained to the Rhythm Katy Perry's disco infused new pop tune warns us of the dangers of living in a bubble and blissfully ignoring the dangers of unquestioning conformity. Along with Skip Marley--grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley--they offer enlightening lines about the importance of human interaction and people power. These are important themes for your students in this time where digital media and cell phones can replace actual human contact. |
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Katy Perry's disco infused new pop tune warns us of the dangers of living in a bubble and blissfully ignoring the dangers of unquestioning conformity. Along with Skip Marley - grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley - they offer enlightening lines about the importance of human interaction and people power. These are important themes for your students in this time where digital media and cell phones can replace actual human contact.
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Sia Furler Performed By: Katy Perry
Katy Perry's 2010 pop hit exploded up the charts and has shown incredible staying power with its inspirational message of everyone's intrinsic worth. A wonderful showcase for pop and show groups of all levels, your audience will thrill with the powerful lyrics: You gotta ignite the light and let it shine. Just own the night like the Fourth of July. Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts (syn, gtr, b, dm) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 2:40.
Arranger: Tim Davis | Composers: Katy Perry and Ester Dean Performed By: Katy Perry
Katy Perry's No. 1 single from her album Teenage Dream lifts you up from beginning to end. It speaks of people that are full of life and fire inside---and make you go "Ah!" Perfect for year-end concerts, too.
Arranger: Alan Billingsley | Composers: Katy Perry and Ester Dean Performed By: Katy Perry
This timeless Katy Perry piece makes the perfect addition to any middle school choir. The arrangement employs both unison singing along with carefully crafted harmony set in a great key for growing singers. The lyrics offer a positive message of encouragement and motivation.
Arranger: Katy Perry | Composer: Tor Erik Hermansen Performed By: Katy Perry
Katy Perry's newest single returns her to her sugary pop roots and this turbo-paced, lyrically meaningful song is full of syncopation and close-quarter harmonies sure to keep your choir and your audience beaming!
Arranger: Audrey Snyder Performed By: Katy Perry
Inspiring and empowering, Katy Perry's latest was featured prominently in 2016 Summer Olympics coverage. Simple opening verses lead into an explosive, encouraging chorus featuring a descant. Sure to be a favorite!
Arranger: Alan Billingsley | Composer: Ali Payami Performed By: Katy Perry
This single by Katy Perry was written for the 2016 NBC Olympics coverage in Rio de Janeiro, with an epic sound inspiring us to come together with the resolve to be the best we can be. A fabulous message for choirs of all types!
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composers: Katy Perry and Max Martin, Ali Payami, Savan Kotecha Performed By: Katy Perry
Katy Perry's 2013 pop hit soared up the charts, achieving #1 on the Hot 100 with an affirming message of strength and inspiration. Showcase your pop group with this fantastic confidence builder! Available separately: SA(T)B, SSA, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Rhythms parts available as a digital download (syn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:20.
Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Katy Perry Performed By: Katy Perry
Released as the lead single from Katy Perry's Prism, this song quickly became Katy's eighth number one Billboard hit. A super-charged anthem of empowerment, perfect for any group.
Arranger: Alan Billingsley | Composer: Max Martin Performed By: Katy Perry
Katy Perry's #1 hit was immensely popular with young singers, with its affirming message of strength and inspiration. This accessible a cappella setting gives it a whole new dimension for developing choral skills and confidence.
Arranger: Deke Sharon | Composer: Katy Perry Performed By: Katy Perry
Roar, a timeless song of empowerment by Katy Perry, is now arranged specifically for younger voices. The significant use of unison and octaves helps build confidence and power in upper elementary or middle school ensembles.
Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Max Martin Performed By: Katy Perry
The Glee version of Katy Perry's Teenage Dream set a single-day sales record for its iTunes debut, soaring up the charts with its insistent rhythmic drive and smooth vocals and capturing all the drama and emotion of teen romance. Available separately: SATB divisi, TTBB divisi, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:40.
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Katy Perry Performed By: Katy Perry
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