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David Wright
David Wright has become one of the most influential musicians in the history of the BHS. He has researched the origins of barbershop harmony and, since 1986, has been teaching a course on the history of the style at the BHS annual Harmony University. Also at that educational event, David's tag-singing class has become a "must" for barbershop enthusiasts. As a composer, arranger and historian David has been featured in national radio and TV broadcasts at home and abroad, and has authored several articles on barbershop harmony and its role in the world of vocal harmony. His work often integrates the "close harmony" style with jazz, blues, gospel, country, doo-wop and contemporary a cappella. David has been on the leadership team of the St. Charles Missouri Ambassadors of Harmony since 1981, serving as Director from 1981 to 1990, and again from 1999 to 2001. He now serves as Associate Director. |
David Wright : Barbershop Broadway for Ladies Vol 1 David Wright is considered by many to be perhaps the most talented barbershop arranger there is and his arrangement are creative, rewarding and fun to sing. And here he arranges songs by some of the finest songwriters of show tunes including Andrew Lloyd Weber, Richard Rodgers, Stephen Sondheim and Frank Loesser. This collection really is a must-have for all serious female barbershop singers. Songlist: The Music of the Night, I Have Dreamed, Back In Business, Sit Down, You're Rocking The Boat  |
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"A Little Less Conversation" is a song written by Mac Davis and Billy Strange originally performed by Elvis Presley for the 1968 film Live a Little, Love a Little.
Composer: Billy Strange Performed By: Elvis Presley
Staying true to the feel and flavor of the original Jackson Five recording, David Wright delivers an infectious arrangement that audiences will instantly identify and appreciate. And it's just plain fun! Available for all three voicings, the SATB/mixed version is as performed by Double Date quartet on their Accentuate the Positive recording.
Composer: Frederick Perren Performed By: The Jackson 5
This song was written for the 1990 film Dick Tracy, sung by a female chorus over a rapid montage in which gangster Big Boy Caprice (Al Pacino) resumes his criminal activities with Dick Tracy (Warren Beatty) languishing in jail.
Composer: Stephen Sondheim | Musical: Dick Tracy
Here is a barbershop classic. David Wright is considered one of barbershop's most talented arrangers and this arrangement was sung by one of the genre's most revered quartet's The Gas House Gang. Challenging but very rewarding indeed.
Performed By: The Gas House Gang
Originally recorded by Eric Clapton and produced by Kenneth Babyface Edmonds for the soundtrack of the 1996 film Phenomenon, this brand new arrangement from the powerhouse arranging team of Deke Sharon and David Wright breathes new life into this pop classic.
Arranger: Deke Sharon and David Wright | Composers: Tommy Sims and Gordon Kennedy Performed By: Eric Clapton
A gorgeous, brooding ballad, David Wright's setting of this Rankin Family classic is a must-have for your chorus library. Waves of backing harmonies support a soaring melody-a great change of pace in a chorus or quartet set.
Composer: Brian Wilson | Lyricist: Mike Love Performed By: The Beach Boys
A southern gospel somg written by Mosie Lister. True to his gospel roots, Mr. Lister's main message of this piece reflects confidence in knowing that life is eternal and does not end with physical death.
Composer: Mosie Lister
Ricky Nelson's 1960's hit is a natural for the tight harmony found in this well-crafted barbershop version. Available separately: TTBB a cappella and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 1:50.
Composer: Gene Pitney Performed By: Ricky Nelson
"Say hey, good lookin' whatcha got cookin'? " - What a great lyric of this classic country song by the great Hank Williams. David Wright creates his close harmony magic with his arrangement that is both fun to sing and fun to hear. A winner!
Composer: Hank Williams
"I have dreamed every word you'll whisper, When you're close, close to me" - This wonderfully romantic song from The King and I is fun to sing and top arranger David Wright challenges you to sing your very best.
Composer: Richard Rodgers | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstin | Musical: The King and I
SSAA version of the chart premiered by the 2020 BHS Everyone in Harmony Virtual Chorus, this soaring arrangement from Deke Sharon and David Wright delivers all the adventure and power of the original recording from Disney/Pixar's Frozen 2 in spectacular 4-part barbershop/a cappella style!
Arranger: Deke Sharon / David Wright | Musical: Frozen 2
David Wright is one of the most respected barbershop arranger of the times whose arrangements are recognized for their creativity and are spontaneously enjoyable to perform. He suggests that this arrangement not to be sung too fast, but with and energetic tempo.
Composers: George Fischoff and Tony Powers Performed By: The Gas House Gang
"Let Yourself Go" is a popular song written by Irving Berlin for the 1936 film Follow the Fleet, where it was introduced by Ginger Rogers.
Composer: Irving Berlin Performed By: Crossroads
Composer: Elvis Presley | Lyricist: Vera Matson Performed By: Elvis Presley
David Wright's arrangements have been performed by many international quartets including The Gas House Gang, Nightlife, Michigan Jake, Vocal Spectrum, Crossroads and others. "Mary Had a Baby" is a beautiful traditional spiritual that celebrates the birth of Jesus. Sing it freely paying attention to the melody transfers among the voice parts.
Performed By: The Gas House Gang
The song was introduced in the Broadway musical Guys and Dolls. Arranged here by barbershop legend David Wright.
Composer: Frank Loesser | Musical: Guys and Dolls
John Philip Sousa was an American composer and conductor best known for his military and patriotic marches. Sousa has over 100 marches to his credit, but this is his most successful and influential piece. A great challenge for your ensemble, you are sure to energize and impress your audiences with this most marvelous of marches!
Composer: John Philip Sousa
One of barbershop's most celebrated arrangers David Wright adds his unique talent to this wonderful musical classic. Not for the beginner quartet but perfect for the quartet looking to add that real showstopper to their set.
Composer: Andrew Lloyd Weber | Musical: The Phantom of the Opera
Not to be confused with the Cyndi Lauper song this version was written by the great Tin Pan alley songwriting duo of Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne. The song was a hit for Frank Sinatra and was featured in the 1947 movie "It Happened In Brooklyn."
Composer: Jule Styne | Lyricist: Sammy Cahn
Wow. Two of a cappella's most highly acclaimed arrangers collaborate on this stunning arrangement of vocal pop sensation Sia's hit song. This is an arrangement that should be in every quartet's repertoire.
Arranger: Deke Sharon and David Wright | Composer: David Guetta
When Will I Be Loved is a classic popular song written by Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers, who had a US top-ten hit with it in 1960. Linda Ronstadt covered the song in 1975, and her version was an even bigger hit in the US, peaking at No. 2.
Composer: Phil Everly Performed By: The Everly Brothers
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