2023 ACDA Reading List - Contemporary Commercial

This hit song from Dua Lipa's award-winning album is all about the funky nu-disco sound. Arranged by the defacto "father of contemporary a cappella," this is a fun number that mixed or treble a cappella

This Latin pop song was written as a message of hope from young people to children to try hard, persevere, and never stop dreaming. This joyous song features a combination of Latin pop, Columbian cumbia,

This fun, playful, folk song tells the story of a family of sly foxes. Written for treble voices of all ages, this energetic, engaging, and playful arrangement, complete with instrumental section with body

James Weldon Johnson's text shines in this contemporary a cappella concert work that highlights the gift and power of song over adversity. Employing simple body percussion, some background vocables, and

Brimming with pop energy, catchy hooks, and a modern, punchy backing track, this song will be a favorite for concert and show choirs. Built on the theme of developing much-needed harmony in our world and

"When I was down and out, love lifted me!" There has perhaps never been a time when love was needed more than now. This simple message, wrapped with a solid gospel feel and fun-to-sing harmonies in the

This eternally optimistic song is a true American classic. Composed for Judy Garland in the feature film "The Wizard of Oz," it has enjoyed renewed popularity in recent years so that every generation can

Perfect for young ensembles who are just learning the contemporary a cappella pop style, this approachable arrangement of the BTS hit is clearly notated and easy to learn. With a written-out beatboxing

This celebratory song is bursting with positive energy and uplifting lyrics that are perfect for year-end concerts, graduation and moving-up ceremonies, or any kind of award or celebratory occasion. Simple

Tori Kelly's debut album, Unbreakable Smile, included this Billboard hit. With a rhythmic drive that translates perfectly for pop a cappella groups, this is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Recording provided by