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Andy Beck is the Director of Choral Publications at Alfred Music. A prolific composer and arranger, he has over 450 popular choral works, vocal resources, and children's musicals currently in print, including the highly regarded method books Sing at First Sight, Foundations in Choral Sight Singing and Vocalize! 45 Vocal Warm-Ups That Teach Technique. A quick search on YouTube will confirm that Andy's music is performed by singers worldwide. Mr. Beck is in demand as a guest conductor, choreographer, adjudicator, and clinician for music educators and students throughout the United States and beyond. In recent years, he has been a commissioned composer and/or guest conductor for honor choirs of all ages, including all-state groups throughout the Southeast. A fine tenor, Andy enjoys performing in and directing musical theatre, singing with the North Carolina Master Chorale Chamber Choir, and has been an Alfred Music studio singer since 1992. With a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Ithaca College and a Masters degree in Music Education from Northwest Missouri State University, Mr. Beck is fully committed to arts education, music literacy, and choral artistry. This passion is evident, not only in his own writing, but also in the high-quality publications available through the catalog he cultivates for Alfred Music. |
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Andy Beck : Sugar Cookie! Written in a 1940s swing style, this choral confection is chock full of accessible harmonies with lots of built-in repetition, plus a fun-filled spoken word section that's the icing on top. Pair with the optional SoundTrax CD and choreography from the Step One! DVD and at alfred.com/video. Andy Beck : Out in the Snow! iLetis go! Everybody out in the snow.” This rockini call-and-response crowd-pleaser is all about sleds, snowboards, making snowmen, snow angels, and even having ia friendly snowball fight.” And with no mention of the holidays, you can sing it all winter long. Optional choreography (printed in the score and available as a downloadable video) will get your singers movini and groovini! Andy Beck : Runnin' Home to You Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, the songwriting team behind The Greatest Showman, Dear Evan Hansen, and La La Land, wrote this tender ballad for the much-anticipated musical crossover episode between the CW's Supergirl and The Flash. The touching lyrics will leave a mark on the hearts of both singers and audiences. Andy Beck : Don't Give Up on Me "I'm not givin' up . . . no, not yet." This lead single from Andy Grammer's album Naive is featured in the movie Five Feet Apart and gained YouTube fame among choir directors after Grammer's personal visit to PS22 in New York City. The lyrics speak of the power of friendship, the strength to fight, and the importance of support during difficult times. The catchy, syncopated chorus (with optional handclaps) makes great use of stacked harmony. Use the SoundTrax CD, or add guitar, bass, and drums to build your own band! Andy Beck : Yes, Virginia This sweet ballad, the title song from the animated movie of the same name, was performed by Ann Hampton Callaway at The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Now singers of any age can warm the hearts of holiday audience members with this magical concert arrangement. "It's true if you believe." Andy Beck : Light A folk-infused ballad celebrating the miracle of Hanukkah. Originally recorded by 90s pop sensation Lisa Loeb, this reflective change-of-pace choral features a rhythmic yet mellow accompaniment and straightforward but expressive vocal parts. Whether you perform with the guitar-inspired piano part, the optional SoundTrax CD, or a folk ensemble of your own, this is truly a special touch for holiday concerts."Because of changes in our school's schedule and the taking away of the music requirement in 7th and 8th grade, our choir numbers have dropped significantly. Searching for music that has educational value and that the choir will sound good on (we know that's important for the parents and faculty) I came across Light arranged by Andy Beck. This quickly became a favorite of my choir! The kids are excited to rehearse it every day and the sound they are achieving fits the "folk-like" feel of the piece. We are using the 2-Part version. Being 7th and 8th graders, of my nine boys, three are unchanged voices (singing alto as written) and my other six are in varying stages of voice change. Those six are bouncing back and forth between alto and soprano parts, singing them down an octave. Thank you for providing a great piece for the holiday season!"Matt AlbrechtChoir DirectorCopley-Fairlawn Middle School Andy Beck : Moment of Truth This catchy CYN tune from the animated movie Smallfoot is a blast from start to finish! With pop rhythms and a sure-fire "Yeti oh-oh" hook, singers of all ages will quickly grasp the groove and embrace the optimistic message, "it's up to us to make this world a better place." Andy Beck : Hot Chocolate! This steamy Latin-style original celebrates a delicious winter treat. And what could be better than "hot, hot, hot, hot chocolate?" From the infectious rhythms to the speech choir add-on, your childrenis or young womenis chorus will beg for more! Donit miss the mug choreography on the "Hooray for Hollywood!" movement DVD 00-28868. Check this out! https://leapingbrain.com/modshop/product/?shop=9&product=5697 Andy Beck : Music Speaks A wonderful choice for your concert theme song, this tender choral features expressive vocal lines and a moving music text. Choirs of any age will easily achieve a quality sound, singing in the heart of their ranges, savoring the lyrical phrases, and reflecting on the power of music. "When all words fail, still music speaks." Andy Beck : Autumn Here is a stunning choral work inspired by the beauty of an autumn day. A lyric melody, lush harmonies, and a poetic text are combined with a sensitive piano accompaniment to paint a colorful musical picture. You can almost see the leaves take flight when your choir sings the melodic refrain, and you will get a true sense of foliage falling layer upon layer as the second verse begins to echo and overlap. An expressive choral piece for concert and contest. Andy Beck : Give Me a Choral Medley! Those with a keen sense of humor and a modest knowledge of the choral repertoire will appreciate this tongue-in-cheek send-up of a common programming cliché. With plenty of punch lines, a few familiar favorites, and a showbiz kick line, this is a riot on the risers! Andy Beck : All the Pretty Little Horses This innovative arrangement presents the well-known American folk song with a jazzy twist. Unexpected, but highly creative, it's something truly different for concert or jazz groups. A smooth obbligato for flute and/or vibes is available free at alfred.com/choralparts. Andy Beck : Holdiridia This charming Swiss folk song evokes the sound of yodelers hiking the Alps. The arrangement makes splendid use of a multitude of choral textures, generously passing the melody between all voices in the process. A frothy and fun layered yodeling section in the middle helps build part-singing skills. A wonderful piece for teaching! Andy Beck : The Ballad of Sweeney Todd A percussive piano theme underscores this haunting opening number from what many consider to be Sondheim's greatest musical score. An ominous chorus invites listeners to attend the tale of Sweeney Todd as they sing the textured lines and ear-gripping sonorities of this theatrical classic. A spine-tingling, blood-curdling thriller for mixed choirs! Available separately: SATB, SAB, Instrumental score and parts (fl 1-2, cl (ob), bcl, tpt 1-2, tbn (hn), btbn (tba), pno, b, syn, perc 1-2), ShowTrax CD. Andy Beck : Audition (The Fools Who Dream) This stunning song was an emotional showcase for actress Emma Stone in her award-winning performance as Mia in the 2016 blockbuster La La Land. Nominated for Best Original Song at the 89th Academy Awards, the poignant piece tells the story of one woman's life and acknowledges the dreamer in all of us. A beautiful choral setting of a very special song. Andy Beck : Everybody Rejoice Don't miss this exuberant showstopper from the Motown-inspired musical The Wiz. Feel-good lyrics, a funky groove, and a powerful hook give cause to celebrate for any choir. Check out the optional SoundTrax CD or SoundPax, and the energized choreography on "Razzamatazz!" DVD. Awesome as an opener or closer! Andy Beck : Hooray for Hollywood Set the stage for a movie themed concert with this flashy arrangement that pays homage to the golden days of Hollywood. The bouncy 2-beat opens and closes with a show biz fanfare, features three celebrity impersonators, and includes a stylish kick-line at its glitzy height. A blockbuster! Featured on the "Hooray for Hollywood!" movement DVD #28868. Andy Beck : Seussical the Musical: A Choral Medley The Ahrens and Flaherty score you admire; A 10-minute medley when sung by your choir. And Dr. Seuss characters penned for the page Are "stars of the show" on the Seussical stage! So gather the singers, assemble the cast, Get ready to have a fantastical blast. Make way for the choir (a large one, or small), 'Cause this is a showstopper, perfect for all! Songs include: Oh, the Thinks You Can Think * How Lucky You Are * Solla Sollew * Biggest Blame Fool * Green Eggs and Ham * It's Possible (McElligot's Pool). Andy Beck : Solla Sollew This gentle pop ballad from Seussical The Musical dreams of a place where "troubles will be few." The verses delight with a wistful text, and the chorus is built upon a fresh and haunting chord progression. Contemporary Broadway repertoire. Andy Beck : Crazy 'Bout Croonin' (A Medley for Men) Fans of the musical review Forever Plaid will adore this trio of old-school crooner songs set for 4-part menis voices. This is the kind of music that guys can really sink their teeth into and that ladies love to hear. A musical "babe magnet." Andy Beck : Girls Gone ABBA (A Medley) The girls of your choir will stop the show with this fast-paced, energy-filled mini-medley from the mega-hit movie musical, Mamma Mia! Originally made popular by the Swedish music group ABBA. Sensational SSA singing with super-fun "all-girl" lyrics! Andy Beck : We Dance This rhythmic opening number from Broadway's Once On This Island is a powerful feature with a bright island groove and strong choral singing. Perfect for choreography! Andy Beck : Chitty Chitty Bang Bang -- A Choral Medley Here's a fast-paced, kid-friendly arrangement of five favorite songs from the Sherman Brother's blockbuster movie, Broadway musical, and recent national tour. Fantasmagorical! Andy Beck : Hip-Hop Reindeer Santa's reindeer are bringin' down the house this year with their funky music, rhythmic rap, and hip-hop moves! A hip, hot novelty number with super-fun choreography available on the DVD! Andy Beck : Jump Now your students, too, can perform this '80s Van Halen hit just like the cast of Glee! An energized choir sings rhythmic back-ups for a featured small group throughout, and the optional "Mercedes" descant will take your group to new heights. "Go ahead and jump!" Andy Beck : Vogue This powerful Madonna hit charted at #1 in over 30 countries worldwide and was certified "double platinum" within the first months of its release in 1990. Still popular today, the iconic song and music video were recently recreated by Sue Sylvester on TV's Glee. "Strike a pose!" Andy Beck : Home Kristin Chenoweth (as the character "April") performed this stunning ballad on the aptly named "Home" episode during Glee's first season. This inspiring song originally appeared in the 1975 breakthrough Broadway production of The Wiz, a retelling of Frank Baum's memorable story. Features soaring melodies and lush harmonies. Andy Beck : My Fair Lady Rediscover the impressive music from the Broadway and Hollywood blockbuster My Fair Lady. These indelible stage and screen songs are classics of American musical theatre and are as impressive today as when at the height of their popularity. Rich choral moments, theatrical solo opportunities, and sweeping orchestrations offer 7 1/2 minutes of first-class entertainment. Andy Beck : Baby! A Medley of Justin Bieber Hits Catch that "Bieber fever" with this irresistible 4 1/2-minute medley of Justin Bieber favorites. Features popular songs from his certified platinum recordings, My World and My World 2.0, including two of Justin's biggest singles. Your students will beg to sing this trio of chart-topping tunes! Andy Beck : The Time Warp (from The Rocky Horror Picture Show) Here's the rockin' signature song from stage and screen cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show, as performed by the cast of Glee. The lyrics of the chorus give great clues for choreography! Featured on Showbiz! choral movement DVD (00-35858). Andy Beck : Jar of Hearts Christina Perri's debut single has been featured on popular TV shows like So You Think You Can Dance? and Glee. The impassioned ballad appears on Billboard's Hot 100 and provides a powerful, musical, and relatable moment for female singers. Andy Beck : Green Eggs and Ham If you remember the best-selling, critically acclaimed Dr. Seuss book, then you already know the words to this swingin' novelty number. Taken from the 2000 Broadway musical, this arrangement includes a ready-made encore "tag" for when the audience begs for more. Fabulously fun! Andy Beck : Elf: A Medley from the Broadway Musical Break out the elf hats and candy cane choreography for this sparkly five-minute medley from Broadway's newest holiday tradition, inspired by the hilarious Will Ferrell film. Two merry showstoppers are bookended by the fabulous "Sparklejollytwinklejingley" to create a cheerful, Christmassy extravaganza! Andy Beck : Rockin' Robin Kids will have a blast chirping this quintessential 1950s rock 'n' roll hit. Famously recorded by Michael Jackson, this new arrangement includes optional middle notes for SSA groups. "Tweet, tweet, tweedley deet!" Andy Beck : Pinball Wizard Featured in The Who's groundbreaking classic rock opera Tommy this monumental tune is still cutting-edge after all these years. An exceptional song in an exceptional arrangement! Andy Beck : Cartoon Christmas Featuring five gems from cherished Rankin and Bass animated Christmas specials, this this five-and-a-half-minute medley is holiday nostalgia at its best! Children one to one hundred will delight in this nifty novelty number with vintage appeal. Andy Beck : Kinky Boots Winner of six 2013 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Score, Broadway's new high-heeled hit delivers a powerfully uplifting message of acceptance. This nine-minute feature medley includes seven standouts from the original score, as written by iconic eighties pop star Cyndi Lauper. Andy Beck : Gone, Gone, Gone American Idol winner Phillip Phillips topped the charts with this single from his debut album. Great voice-leading and appropriate ranges make it a perfect choice for developing men's groups. And the sweet, heart-felt lyrics of this folk-pop love song will reveal the softer side of your guys! Andy Beck : Shut Up and Dance Inspired by performers like Pat Benatar and Rick Springfield, this Billboard Hot 100 hit cemented Walk the Moon's pop culture status. The high-energy, feel-good dance beat will have everyone out of their seats! "She said, 'Shut up and dance with me!'" Andy Beck : Composers All Around This brainy little piece, a collaboration by two of the industry's favorite children's writers, uses tunes from three traditional rounds to teach the names of master composers throughout music history. For maximum classroom impact, use with Alfred's Accent on Composers, One-Page Composer Bios, or Composer Gallery. Andy Beck : Step One "Just put. One foot. Onward and forward." As one of the many highlights from Cyndi Lauper's Tony Awardae-winning score, this is perfect for any ensemble looking for an energetic Broadway feature. Fabulous and fun! See Andy's choreography on the Step One! DVD. Andy Beck : She Loves You Taking their inspiration from Elvis and the Isley Brothers, the Beatles sang their infectious "yeah, yeah, yeah" hook all the way to a record-setting Top Five chart position in 1964. This rockin' and rhythmic arrangement is perfectly crafted for success! Andy Beck : A Thousand Years From The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, the Christina Perri pop hit has been sensitively arranged for choir. A rippling piano accompaniment supports the melody, which starts simply and gradually gains momentum before blossoming into a testament of timeless true love: "I have loved you for a thousand years." Andy Beck : Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story This simple, yet deep question frames the legacy of Alexander Hamilton as being the one thing out of his control. While we all desire to be remembered for certain things, history may tell a different story. Reflective and moving! Andy Beck : Audition (The Fools Who Dream) This stunning song was an emotional showcase for actress Emma Stone in her award-winning performance as Mia in the 2016 blockbuster La La Land. Nominated for Best Original Song at the 89th Academy Awardsae, the poignant piece tells the story of one woman's life and acknowledges the dreamer in all of us. A beautiful choral setting of a very special song. Andy Beck : Steppin' Out with Santa "Shine your patent leathers and put a top hat on your head" 'cause it's time to hit the town with the one and only Santa Claus. You'll have a blast singing (and perhaps dancing) this '40s-era novelty number with a stylish hook that sticks with you long after you've heard it. A gem! Featured on the Danza! Movement DVD (00-31225). Andy Beck : The Biggest Brightest Holiday Lights! This country-style novelty number celebrates the Clark Griswold in all of us! How many outdoor decorations do YOU hang at Christmas? Accessible two-part writing in both voicings makes for easy-to-learn, over-the-top, crowd-pleasin' fun. Be sure to check out the When We Sing! DVD for holiday hoedown choreography. "Merry Christmas, y'all!" Andy Beck : Candy-Covered Gingerbread House So sweet it might just give you a toothache! This scrumptiously jazzy holiday novelty number is fantastically fun. Optional harmonies make it easy to tailor the piece to the ability level of your group, and it's a tasty tune for adding some choreography. Staging is available on our Movin' DVD. Not to be missed! Andy Beck : Count on Me Superstar Bruno Mars wrote this friendship song for his debut album Doo-Wops & Hooligans. This attractive arrangement is accompanied by piano with optional ukulele or guitar. Plus, the SATB can even be sung a cappella. Sopranos take the melody, while the other parts provide supportive harmonic grooves and stylized backing vocals. Familiar, flexible, and fun! Andy Beck : Cuppa Cappuccino A solid introduction to jazz stylizations and beginning scat singing! From the swingini echoed phrases of the catchy chorus to the tasty iwith extra foam" ending, this creative chart is equal parts education and enjoyment. Extend the learning by taking Andyis suggestion for improvisation by itrading bars” just before a return to the top. Frothy fun for caffeine lovers of any age! Andy Beck : Dear Theodosia This touching folk ballad, sung by Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton to their newborn babies, provides a tender moment in the middle of the smash hit hip-hop musical Hamilton. Rhythmic yet lyrical, the melody winds beautifully through the center of the vocal range, the harmonies provide tangible warmth, and the words speak clearly about the dreams parents hold for their children. Andy Beck : 1, 2, 3, 4 The clever lyrics of this Plain White Tis hit are simply irresistible! iThereis only ONE thing TWO do, THREE words FOUR you: I love you.” This faithful arrangement captures the original acoustic rock feel and combines it with two oh-so-easy-to-sing vocal parts, including a memorable countermelody. Check out the bandis official viral video that helped this sweet single climb the charts. Andy Beck : Jazz Kyrie Bossa nova (Portuguese for "new trend") is a musical genre that began in Brazil in the 1950s. The combination of samba rhythms, jazz sonorities, and lyrical melodies created a new, sophisticated style that was soon embraced by musicians worldwide. Here's a quintessential bossa nova on just three Latin words. Optional flute and/or vibraphone (available free online) add another smooth layer to this hip contemporary choral. Andy Beck : Rock, Paper, Scissors From a favorite childhood game comes a lesson about solving conflicts cooperatively, rather than competitively. A fun ostinato section near the end gets your kids singing three independent vocal lines in a snap. The rock 'n' roll feel is sure to be a hit with younger groups! Staging suggestions available on Alfred's Movin' DVD. |
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