Rosanna — SATB Choir Sheet Music
Toto’s Grammy-winning classic, arranged for professional SATB choir by Paul Lorenz — concert-grade engraving, instant PDF download
Edition facts
Rosanna by David Paich, Jeff Porcaro and Steve Lukather, arranged by Paul Lorenz for SATB choir a cappella: 10 pages of music, delivered as a PDF (A4) for instant download, €29.90.
- Choir
- SATB a cappella
- Pages
- 10 pages
- Tempo
- Allegretto, ♩ = 88
- Format
- PDF, A4, instant download
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Six Grammy Awards in one night. The “Rosanna Shuffle” — Jeff Porcaro’s legendary half-time drum pattern — is one of the most recognizable rhythmic signatures in recorded music history. And yet, finding a choir arrangement of “Rosanna” worthy of that legacy has meant settling for something a professional ensemble should never have to settle for: commodity octavos at two dollars a copy, MuseScore transcriptions riddled with errors, or over-engineered a cappella editions that demand a beatbox section your choir doesn’t have. The Paul Lorenz SATB arrangement changes the equation entirely. The groove is written into the vocal language itself — cross-rhythms, syncopated entries, and carefully voiced chords that carry the forward propulsion of the original without requiring a single percussionist. This is the Rosanna your ensemble has been waiting for.
Designed for professional pop choirs, university vocal ensembles, and corporate entertainment directors who perform at the highest level, this edition adheres to MOLA engraving standards throughout: generous staff sizes throughout the score, measure numbers at every system, and page turns placed during rests — never mid-phrase. One purchase provides the complete ten-page a cappella score in a single high-resolution PDF, ready to print and perform. No per-copy ordering. No licensing ambiguity. No surprises at rehearsal.
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Choir SATB
€29.90SATB choir a cappella · 10 pages · PDF (A4)
Ten A4 pages — the complete unaccompanied SATB score at Allegretto ♩ = 88, with the “Dum tsum” vocal-percussion bass written out in full. High-resolution PDF, delivered the moment you pay.
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Quality in detail
- Grammy-Winning Repertoire: Toto’s 1982 Record of the Year — six Grammys in one night — deserves an edition that honors that legacy.
- Concert-Grade Engraving: 8.5mm staff sizes, measure numbers on every system, and optimized page turns — no surprises mid-performance.
- Rhythmically Authentic: The half-time shuffle feel of the original is written into the vocal parts — your choir swings without needing a drum kit.
- 600 DPI Print Quality: Print at any size without pixelation. Works on A4, US Letter, and iPad or tablet via forScore or similar apps.
- Bespoke Customization Available: Need a different key or modified voicing? Paul Lorenz Music offers direct arrangement editing tailored to your ensemble.
Rosanna sheet music at a glance
| Song | Rosanna — Toto (1982); Record of the Year, six Grammy Awards |
| Arrangement | SATB choir, a cappella |
| Arranger | Paul Lorenz — arrangements recorded with the London Symphony Orchestra at Abbey Road |
| Scoring | Complete SATB choral score, unaccompanied — 10 A4 pages, Allegretto ♩ = 88 |
| Difficulty | Grade 3–4, intermediate to advanced — for professional and semi-professional pop choirs |
| Format | High-resolution 600 DPI PDF — instant download, print- and tablet-ready |
| Licensing | Licensed arrangement — performances by the purchasing choir covered; public performances reported to your PRO (GEMA/AKM/SUISA or ASCAP/BMI/PRS) by the organiser as usual |
| Price | €29.90 |
Is this edition right for you?
Rosanna rewards an ensemble that can carry a syncopated groove without a rhythm section behind it. This edition is written for:
- Professional and semi-professional pop choirs programming a signature crowd-pleaser
- University and conservatory vocal ensembles building a contemporary set
- Corporate and event music directors performing at gala standard
- Experienced community choirs with confident rhythmic reading
Need a transposition or a different voicing? Paul Lorenz adapts it on request — just ask before you buy.
What you receive
- The complete SATB choral score, unaccompanied — ten A4 pages at Allegretto ♩ = 88
- The “Dum tsum” vocal-percussion bass written out in full, not left to improvisation
- One high-resolution PDF, delivered instantly and yours to keep — print a copy for every singer
Programming Rosanna
Rosanna lands best as an up-tempo centrepiece — the kind of number that lifts the middle of a set or sends an audience out on a high. Its half-time shuffle asks for a steady internal pulse, so place it where your singers are warm and locked in rather than cold at the top of a concert. The cross-rhythms and syncopated entries carry the forward drive of the original without a drum kit, which makes it a clean fit for choirs that perform without a band. It pairs naturally with other 1980s pop and soul arrangements to anchor a contemporary bracket. Explore the related arrangements below to build the rest of the programme.
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Rosanna sheet music — frequently asked questions
What is included in the download?
One high-resolution PDF containing the complete SATB choral score — ten A4 pages, Allegretto at ♩ = 88, with the “Dum tsum” vocal-percussion bass written out in full. The setting is a cappella, and the four voices are engraved together in score rather than as separately extracted parts.
What is the difficulty level of this choir arrangement?
Grade 3–4 (Intermediate to Advanced). The arrangement is rhythmically demanding, reflecting the syncopated groove of the original “Rosanna Shuffle.” It is designed for semi-professional and professional pop choirs, university vocal ensembles, and experienced community choirs with solid rhythmic reading ability. Not recommended for beginner choirs.
Do I need a performance license?
Your purchase includes the license for performances by the purchasing ensemble (your choir) at concerts and events. As usual, the public performance itself is reported to the responsible performing-rights society — GEMA in Germany, AKM in Austria, SUISA in Switzerland (ASCAP/BMI/PRS elsewhere) — by the organiser or ensemble. For commercial recordings or broadcast use, please contact us directly. If you have specific licensing questions for your performance context, contact us before purchasing.
Can the arrangement be customized for my ensemble?
Absolutely. Paul Lorenz Music offers bespoke customization — a capability unique in the sheet music industry. Whether you require a key transposition, adjusted voicings to match your ensemble’s range, or additional instrumental cues, we can tailor this arrangement to your exact specifications. Contact us directly to discuss your requirements.
What is your refund policy?
Due to the digital nature of our products, refunds cannot be offered once the download has been accessed. We encourage you to review the score preview carefully and reach out with any questions before purchasing — we are happy to assist.