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Jerome Kern

Born: 1885. Died: 1945. Lived in: United States

Jerome David Kern was born in 1885. He began his stage career grafting American songs (for which he wrote the music) into imported European operettas. His breakthrough came with the song "They Didn't Believe Me", written (with lyrics by Edward Laska) for a show called "The Girl from Utah". It established him as a major American composer in 1914. Married to a Englishwoman, Kern became an Anglophile, and teamed up with British writers Guy Bolton and P.G. Wodehouse to write the so-called "Princess Theatre musicals"--shows like "Very Good, Eddie" and "Leave It To Jane", which were unusual not so much for their silly storylines but for the fact that the characters were everyday people rather than the exotic characters of operetta, and also for the fact that these shows had few sets and small casts. He later wrote shows like "Sally" and "Sunny", both loaded with song hits, star casts and spectacular sets but silly plots.

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Obituary, New York Times, Jerome Kern Dies; Noted Composer, 60


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Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media

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Jerome Kern : Jerome Kern Collection - 2nd Edition : Solo : Songbook : 073999280111 : 0881889032 : 01128011

Jerome Kern : Jerome Kern Collection - 2nd Edition

The definitive collection of the work of Jerome Kern, one of the most beloved composers of all-time. This second edition features 49 original sheet music arrangements including all verses. Also includes a biography with photos of Jerome Kern, a brief narrative and photos for each song, plus Oscar Hammerstein's moving eulogy for his friend.

Songlist: You Are Love, All The Things You Are, All Through The Day, Who?, Make Believe, Bill, Look For The Silver Lining, Ol' Man River, Can I Forget You, Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man, Can't Help Singing, Dearly Beloved, Don't Ever Leave Me, Remind Me, A Fine Romance, The Folks Who Live On The Hill, I Dream Too Much, I Won't Dance, I'm Old Fashioned, I've Told Ev'ry Little Star, In Love In Vain, Ka-lu-a, The Last Time I Saw Paris, Let's Begin, Long Ago (And Far Away), Lovely To Look At, The Night Was Made For Love, Nobody Else But Me, Pick Yourself Up, She Didn't Say Yes, and more

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Voicing: Solo | 20272b | Songbook | $21.95 | PVG


Professional Tracks for Serious Singers : Sing the Songs of Jerome Kern : Solo : Songbook & CD : 888680033620 : 1941566057 : 00138901

Professional Tracks for Serious Singers : Sing the Songs of Jerome Kern

Ten tunes from the legendary Jerome Kern are presented in this package which is designed to provide the at-home singer with an actual professional setting. The CD features orchestral interludes and instrumental solos typical of a live club performance, retaining the natural performance flow of an actual performance with an accompanying rhythm section or orchestra. Includes the songs: A Fine Romance - Smoke Gets in Your Eyes - The Last Time I Saw Paris - The Way You Look Tonight - Yesterdays - The Folks Who Live on the Hill - Make Believe - I'm Old Fashioned - All the Things You Are - They Didn't Believe Me.

Songlist: A Fine Romance, Smoke Gets in Your Eyes, The Last Time I Saw Paris, The Way You Look Tonight, Yesterdays, The Folks Who Live on the Hill, Make Believe, I'm Old Fashioned, All the Things You Are, They Didn't Believe Me

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Voicing: Solo | 8363b | Songbook & CD | $19.95 | Voice with Jazz Combo


Individual Folios

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All the Things You Are : SATB : Steve Zegree : Songbook & CD : 08740227 : 073999402278

Steve Zegree : All the Things You Are

Soaring vocal lines shimmer above the uptempo Latin style instrumental in this Jerome Kern/Oscar Hammerstein II classic in a breath-taking setting. Available: SATB. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.

Arranger: Steve Zegree | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein II.

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.80 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08740227


All The Things You Are : SATB Divisi : Janet Whitcomb Pummill : Sheet Music : 08748347 : 884088219871

Janet Whitcomb Pummill : All The Things You Are

Create a magical moment in your concert with this full-voiced setting of the Jerome Kern/Oscar Hammerstein II standard. Perfect for college level and up, the rich divisi choral textures are supported by the virtuoso piano accompaniment.Available separately: SATB. Duration: ca. 3:20.

Arranger: Janet Whitcomb Pummill | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein II.

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Voicing: SATB Divisi | Sheet Music | $1.80 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08748347


All the Things You Are : SATB : Mark Hayes : Sheet Music : 35029455 : 884088961671 : 1480365564

Mark Hayes : All the Things You Are

Hammerstein and Kern's popular hit, and part of the American songbook, is presented with a light and jazzy Latin feel, complete with optional instrumental parts or rhythmic accompaniment track. Smooth vocal lines sit above the exciting samba-like accompaniment. Accessible to all levels and gorgeous for many voicings. Duration: ca. 3:25

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein II.

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35029455 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSAA, TTBB, SAB, TTBB, SSAA


All the Things You Are : SATB : Paris Rutherford : Sheet Music : 08752482 : 884088539306

Paris Rutherford : All the Things You Are

Your audience will be swept away with this inviting setting of the Jerome Kern/Oscar Hammerstein classic! Opening with a warm, rubato piano intro followed by vibrant opening chords from the singers, this chart settles into a fresh swing treatment that will make everyone smile! Available separately: SATB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 4:20.

Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein II.

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.95 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08752482 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SSA


All the Things You Are : SSAA : Kirby Shaw : Sheet Music : 00155826 : 888680602314

Kirby Shaw : All the Things You Are

The beautiful simplicity of this classic melody is further enhanced by lush chord changes and tasteful phrasing. A can't miss setting of a great standard!

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein II.

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Voicing: SSAA | Sheet Music | $1.95 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00155826 | Digital Version Available
Other Voicings: SATB, SATB


Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man : SSA : John Leavitt : Ella Fitzgerald : Sheet Music : 08621366 : 073999340747

John Leavitt : Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man

Performed by Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Charlotte Church and many others, the music of Oscar Hammerstein II and Jerome Kern lives on. This well-crafted arrangement by John Leavitt showcases the wonderful melody and emotional lyrics in this theater standard.Available separately: SSA. Performance time approx.3:00.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein Performed By: Ella Fitzgerald

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Voicing: SSA | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08621366


Choral Selections from Show Boat : SATB : Jerome Kern : Show Boat : Sheet Music : 08621042 : 073999210422

Jerome Kern : Choral Selections from Show Boat

(arr. O'Neill) SATB

Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein | Musical: Show Boat

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.95 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08621042


I Won't Dance : 2-Part : Alan Billingsley : Sheet Music : 08201894 : 884088055127

Alan Billingsley : I Won't Dance

It's classic Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers! The easy banter of this famous Jerome Kern standard translates perfectly into a choral setting that's great for all ages!Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Arranger: Alan Billingsley

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $1.70 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08201894 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SATB


I'm Old Fashioned : SATB : Paris Rutherford : Sheet Music : 08753840 : 884088600204

Paris Rutherford : I'm Old Fashioned

Opening with bright bell tones, this Johnny Mercer/Jerome Kern standard moves into a laid back verse with interesting interplay between the vocals and the band. The walking bass at the end of the verse leads into a modulation featuring a group scat section and additional optional solos before a recap of the verse and a solid ending to the tune. Excellent for building style and skill! Available separately: SATB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm section parts available as a digital download (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:35.

Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Lyricist: Johnny Mercer

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.90 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08753840 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SSA, SSA


Jerome Kern - A Choral Portrait : SATB : Lou Hayward : Sheet Music : 35011395 : 747510020370

Lou Hayward : Jerome Kern - A Choral Portrait

Arranger: Lou Hayward

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $3.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35011395


Long Ago and Far Away : SATB : Mark Hayes : Sheet Music : 00-35747 : 038081399430

Mark Hayes : Long Ago and Far Away

This popular song from the 1944 film Cover Girl has been recorded by tons of popular artists from Gene Kelly to Rod Stewart. Just listen as Mark Hayes puts his special signature touch on his richly-orchestrated arrangement.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-35747 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA


Look for the Silver Lining : 2-Part : Steve Zegree : Sheet Music : 08551798 : 073999455090

Steve Zegree : Look for the Silver Lining

Looking for a way to introduce jazz to your youngest choirs? This fine arrangement will do just that while entertaining your audience as well. Fun!Available separately: 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:20.

Arranger: Steve Zegree

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $1.60 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08551798 | Showtrax CD Available


Ol' Man River : SATB : Nicholas Hare : Show Boat : Sheet Music : 14023962 : 884088432812

Nicholas Hare : Ol' Man River

From Jerome Kern's 1927 musical, Showboat, the first real American broadway musical.

Arranger: Nicholas Hare | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein | Musical: Show Boat

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.95 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 14023962


Ol' Man River : TTBB : Russell Robinson : Show Boat : Sheet Music : 08621461 : 884088110055

Russell Robinson : Ol' Man River

The rich harmonies of this Broadway classic will resound with a men's chorus. A wonderful choice for high school and up. Performance Time: Approx. 4:30

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein | Musical: Show Boat

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Voicing: TTBB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08621461


Pick Yourself Up : 2-Part : Steve Zegree : Sheet Music : 08749817 : 884088327644

Steve Zegree : Pick Yourself Up

Develop vocal jazz style and an introduction to improvisation with this fun swing arrangement with a great message that is perfect for younger choirs! Nothing's impossible I have found. For when my chin is on the ground I pick myself up, dust myself off, and start all over again. Available separately: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD.

Arranger: Steve Zegree | Lyricist: Dorothy Fields

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08749817 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available


Pick Yourself Up : 3-Part : Rosana Eckert : Swing Time : Sheet Music : 00244852 : 888680709051

Rosana Eckert : Pick Yourself Up

This great swing tune by Jerome Kern and from the hit 1936 movie Swing Time is here masterfully arranged for the developing vocal jazz choir. Positive lyrics and a written out scat section allow this to be equally successful in a jazz choir or a larger mixed choir looking for a fun and upbeat song in your program.

Arranger: Rosana Eckert | Musical: Swing Time

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Voicing: 3-Part | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00244852 | Digital Version Available| Voicetrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part, 2-Part


Smoke Gets in Your Eyes : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Sheet Music : 08749835 : 884088327941

Kirby Shaw : Smoke Gets in Your Eyes

Set in a smooth samba style, this arrangement will showcase your vocal jazz or pop ensemble at their very best! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:45.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08749835 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SSA, SSA


The Way You Look Tonight : SAB : Mac Huff : Swing Time : Sheet Music : 08552256 : 884088396459

Mac Huff : The Way You Look Tonight

Since it first was heard in 1936, this classic song has enthralled performers and listeners everywhere! Set here in an easy Discovery Series swing, it makes a perfect first experience for young singers learning vocal jazz style! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:15.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Lyricist: Dorothy Fields | Musical: Swing Time

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.15 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08552256 | Voicetrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part, 2-Part


The Way You Look Tonight : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Swing Time : Sheet Music : 08666062 : 073999660623

Kirby Shaw : The Way You Look Tonight

One of the greatest songs of all time, Jerome Kern's classic romantic ballad shimmers in a rich a cappella setting highlighted by lush harmonies and gently arched phrasing in a superb arrangement by Kirby Shaw.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Lyricist: Dorothy Fields | Musical: Swing Time

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08666062 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SATB, SAB, SSA


The Way You Look Tonight : TTBB : Mark Hale : Fuego : Swing Time : Sheet Music : 00218595 : 812817021211

Mark Hale : The Way You Look Tonight

When Dorothy Fields first heard Jerome Kern's melody for what would become The Way You Look Tonight, she said that it was so beautiful she began to cry. Typically arranged in a medium swing feel, Mark Hale's brilliant and refreshing treatment as a ballad really lets the lyrics shine.

Arranger: Mark Hale | Lyricist: Dorothy Fields Performed By: Fuego | Musical: Swing Time

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Voicing: TTBB | Sheet Music | $3.20 | A Cappella | video
00218595 | Digital Version Available


They Didn't Believe Me : SSAATB : Linda Spevacek : Sheet Music : 15-2424H : 9781429102452

Linda Spevacek : They Didn't Believe Me

Whether you're searching for that perfect vocal jazz ballad or a creative programming change-of-pace, Linda's fresh, sensitive new setting of this Jerome Kern gem is not to be missed!

Arranger: Linda Spevacek

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Voicing: SSAATB | Sheet Music | $1.85 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 15-2424H


Yesterdays : SATB : Paris Rutherford : Sheet Music : 08745072 : 073999171877

Paris Rutherford : Yesterdays

You'll love the smooth style of the jazz standard by Jerome Kern in a well-crafted setting by Paris Rutherford.

Arranger: Paris Rutherford

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.70 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08745072

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