Product Description
We Are Family Pops Orchestra Vocal Feature
Style: Sister Sledge (classic disco/funk)
Bring the unmistakable disco energy of Sister Sledge to the concert stage with this vibrant Pops Orchestra arrangement of We Are Family. Designed as a showpiece for solo vocal with backing vocals and full rhythm section, this chart captures the infectious groove, tight rhythmic hits, and smooth vocal-driven feel of the original hit recording.
The arrangement stays true to the upbeat, feel-good disco style with driving bass lines, crisp guitar comping, string flourishes, and a rhythm section that locks into a classic late-70s dance-floor pocket. The full Pops Orchestra enhances the sound with colourful woodwind textures, a bold brass section, and rich string writing that lifts the vocal lines while maintaining the authentic groove.
This chart is performance-ready for festivals, Pops programmes, or feature concerts.
Instrumentation
Voice, Backing Vocals, Piccolo, 2 Flutes, 2 Oboes, 2 Clarinets, Bass Clarinet, 2 Bassoons, 5 Saxes, 4 Horns, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Tuba, 3 Percussion, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Harp, Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Double Bass.
Key: G
Full audio demo (Sibelius sounds): Listen Here
This arrangement is also available for Pops Orchestra in Bb: Search Here
Big Band and small band versions available: Search Here
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