In Celebration of the Human Voice - The Essential Musical Instrument

Jimmy Van Heusen

Born: 1913. Died: 1990. Lived in: New York, United States.
Jimmy Van Heusen was inarguably one of the most accomplished songwriters in history. Claiming four "Oscars" and one Emmy award among his credits he also wrote more songs (85) recorded by Frank Sinatra, his long time friend, than any other composer. He also composed the songs for another good friend, Bing Crosby for six of the seven Crosby/Hope Road pictures. In spite of such accolades he personally felt one of his biggest honors was being elected by his peers as one of the original inductees to the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1971. Most of his songs were written with two lyricist partners Johnny Burke (1940 to 1953) and then Sammy Cahn.

Individual Folios

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Ryan O'Connell : Ain't That a Kick in the Head?

First made famous by Dean Martin, this '60s hit by Van Heusen and Cahn has become a favorite standard used in recent movies and television and recorded by many contemporary artists. This arrangement certainly has kick with full rhythm and brass, all packaged in a sensational Rat-Pack swing sound. A dream jazz chart for your performance. Available: SATB; Digital Instrument Pack; StudioTrax CD.

Arranger: Ryan O'Connell | Lyricist: Sammy Cahn Performed By: Dean Martin

Dave Briner : All The Way

In 1957, a recording of "All the Way", was made famous by Frank Sinatra. It was introduced in the film The Joker Is Wild. Sinatra also had the best-selling recorded version of the song.

Arranger: Dave Briner | Composer: Sammy Cahn | Lyricist: Jimmy Van Heusen Performed By: Frank Sinatra

Steve Zegree : Come Dance with Me

Arranged in a swinging big band style, this standard was recorded by all the greats from Frank Sinatra to Diana Krall. Your vocal jazz or pop group will shine in performance! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:50.

Arranger: Steve Zegree Performed By: Frank Sinatra

Kirby Shaw : Come Fly with Me

Written for Frank Sinatra in 1958, this classic by Sammy Cahn and Jimmy Van Heusen is as fresh today as it was when it was first released. This easy swing style makes everyone feel better while at the same time giving a little geography lesson. Stylish and jazzy.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Sammy Cahn | Lyricist: Jimmy Van Heusen Performed By: Frank Sinatra

Kevin Keller : Come Fly with Me

This wonderful arrangement of the Sammy Cahn song was written for Frank Sinatra and was the title track of his successful 1958 album and became his standard concert repertoire.

Arranger: Kevin Keller | Composer: Sammy Cahn | Lyricist: Jimmy Van Heusen Performed By: OC Times

Kirby Shaw : Come Fly with Me: The Best of Sammy Cahn

American lyricist, songwriter and musician Sammy Cahn left a legacy of songs that continue to be recorded and performed worldwide. This swinging medley pays tribute to that legacy with three of his most popular hits: Come Fly With Me, (Love Is) The Tender Trap, Time After Time. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 5:30.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Sammy Cahn | Lyricist: Jimmy Van Heusen

Paul Langford : I Thought About You

"I took a trip on a train, and I thought about you." This famous Mercer lyric was actually written while he was taking a train to his next gig. With a fun bossa nova feel throughout, this is a true Great American Songbook classic re-imagined!

Arranger: Paul Langford

Anthony Bartholomew : Ring-a-Ding Ding

This arrangements swings! This Sammy Cahn song was written specifically for Frank Sinatra and was a number 1 hit in 1961. This is a fun arrangement to perform and brings a smile to every audience.

Arranger: Anthony Bartholomew | Composers: Sammy Cahn and Jimmy Van Heusen Performed By: Forefront

Roger Emerson : Swinging on a Star

Groups of all ages will swing to this classic song from the 1940s. A great novelty change of pace!

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Lyricist: Johnny Burke

Greg Gilpin : Swinging On a Star

Acquaint your students with music from the '40s and introduce swing style at an early age! This is a fun novelty number with lots of staging possibilities. Take advantage of the choreography ideas included at the end of the octavo. Add some costumes if you'd like, and create a magical performance.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Johnny Burke | Lyricist: Jimmy Van Heusen