Vocal Jazz Group Recordings

Paris Rutherford : Never Never Land

Review: Allow this gentle jazz waltz to transport you and your audience to another land. From the stage show Peter Pan, this classic will provide a treasured moment in any concert.Available separately: SATB, ShowTrax CD and IPak(R). Performance Time: Approx. 3:45.

Sheet Music Available: SATB

Paris Rutherford : No More Blues (Chega de Saudade)

Review: The smooth sounds of Brazilian jazz great Antonio Carlos Jobim are set here in a sensational chart by Paris Rutherford featuring the English lyrics by Jon Hendricks and Jessie Cavanaugh.Available separately: SATB, SAB, Instrumental Pak (includes parts for Tenor Saxophone, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Percussion and Piano) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:10.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   Combo Parts

Paris Rutherford : One Note Samba

Review: This samba standard absolutely sparkles with cheerful rhythm! Perfect for high school singers and up with plenty of solo opportunities, you'll work your diction skills and dazzle your audience.

Sheet Music Available: SAB,   SSA,   SAB,   SSA

Paris Rutherford : Out of Nowhere

Review: Demonstrate your group's vocal jazz technique and showcase your best soloist with this swinging standard. A sure audience pleaser! Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm section parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:00.

Sheet Music Available: SAB

Paris Rutherford : Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars (Corcovado)

Review: From the pen of the great Brazilian songwriter Antonio Carlos Jobim comes this treasured jazz favorite now in an updated setting.Available separately: SATB, ePak(R) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 5:10.

Sheet Music Available: SATB

Paris Rutherford : Sister Sadie

Review: Here is a hard driving, hard swinging standard that features both your pianist/ combo and your choir. A full one time through the form as an intro really sets the stage for a stylish rendering. Unison chorals cover the first verse and then break into a choral scat that is hot. There is even a spot to feature your drummer.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SATB

Paris Rutherford : Stella by Starlight

Review: Enjoy the timeless style and haunting harmonies of this jazz standard recorded by Ella Fitzgerald and many others.Available separately: SATB, Instrumental ePak (parts for Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:40

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SATB

As Performed by: Ella Fitzgerald

Paris Rutherford : Stolen Moments

Review: This standard by jazz saxophonist Oliver Nelson with the famous Mark Murphy vocalese lyrics will be a hit with both vocal jazz groups and audiences in this swinging chart.

Sheet Music Available: SATB

As Performed by: New York Voices

Paris Rutherford : The Best Is Yet to Come

Review: Your group will really shine in performance with this popular Cy Coleman standard recently covered by Michael Bublé and arranged here in a hot swing style. Available separately: SATB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:40.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SSA,   SSA,   SATB

As Performed by: Michael Buble

Paris Rutherford : The Frim Fram Sauce

Review: What concert would be complete without a little feeossanfay with shifafa on the side? These nonsense dishes are all a part of this great jazz favorite. Bon Appetit!Available separately: SATB, IPak(R) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.

Sheet Music Available: SATB

Paris Rutherford : The Girl From Ipanema

Review: Brazilian composer, pianist, songwriter, arranger and singer Antonio Carlos Jobim has given us many great songs but none more popular than this. As one of the most recorded songs of all time, this new arrangement in a Samba style is a wonderful introduction to this important composer, this important style and this popular song. Accompanied by a rhythm section, their parts are written out to clearly give your players--young or old--a solid foundation in this Latin style. The vocal harmonies are not too dense and will be quickly learned giving your singers an excellent opportunity to explore the style.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SAB,   SATB,   SAB

As Performed by: Antonio Carlos Jobim

Paris Rutherford : The Real Thing

Review: Originally written by Stevie Wonder in the 1970s for Sergio Mendes this tune was recently covered by Vanessa Williams and its cool Latin groove gives it lots of appeal. A fantastic concert change of pace! Available separately: SATB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 4:45.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SSA,   SSA,   SATB

As Performed by: Sergio Mendes

Paris Rutherford : The Surrey with the Fringe on Top

Review: Introduce your students to the genius of Rodgers and Hammerstein and this classic Broadway tune while teaching them easy swing style. Master Jazz educator Paris Rutherford has created an accessible jazz arrangement that is hip and contemporary and a great vehicle for learning this important jazz style.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SATB

Paris Rutherford : Triste

Review: The music of Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim is the ultimate in sophistication and style. Set over a smooth bossa nova groove, this arrangement will challenge and inspire your singers. Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:00.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SATB

Paris Rutherford : Until I Met You (Corner Pocket)

Review: This Freddie Green standard was made famous by the iconic vocal group the Manhattan Transfer. You will love to showcase your vocal jazz ensemble and soloists with this fantastic edition!

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SATB

As Performed by: Manhattan Transfer

Paris Rutherford : Wake Up

Review: Your jazz group will love this original from the pen of Paris Rutherford. Easily accessible harmonies make this a perfect teaching piece. Add a rhythm section or the ShowTrax CD for that finishing touch. Available: SATB, IPak(R), ShowTrax CD. Approx. Time: 3:10.

Sheet Music Available: SATB

Paris Rutherford : Wave

Review: From Antonio Carlos Jobim's 1967 album of the same name, this is one of his most memorable songs, a bossa nova with an enchanting mixture of major and modal harmonies and warm, expressive lyrics. This accessible setting will showcase your ensemble and create a special concert moment. Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 4:00.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SAB,   SATB,   SAB

Paris Rutherford : With Every Breath I Take (from City of Angels)

Review: This haunting ballad from the musical City of Angels opens with solo piano, setting the emotional tone for the arrangement. Through a rich harmonization and expressive lyrics, the listener is drawn into a dreamlike state remembering love lost and then finally love returned. A stunning selection for vocal jazz groups! Duration: ca. 3:20.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SAB,   SATB,   SAB

Paris Rutherford : You're Everything

Review: Classic Chick Corea, this is latin jazz at its best! This arrangement is destined to become a classic as well.Available separately: SATB, IPak(R) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:10.

Sheet Music Available: SATB

Roger Emerson : Girl Talk

Review: With lyrics that throwback to an earlier pre-feminist era, this Neal Hefti/Bobby Troup song will be sung by today's women with an ironic tone in this bluesy, swingy setting. Accessible to beginning SSA jazz ensembles, your group will build great performance skills.

Sheet Music Available: SSA,   SSA

Roger Emerson : Route 66

Review: Now available in an SSA voicing, Roger Emerson's Discovery Jazz setting of this classic is the perfect introduction to vocal jazz for beginning choirs.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, SSA, 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00

Sheet Music Available: SSA,   3-Part,   2-Part

As Performed by: Manhattan Transfer

Roger Emerson : Turn the World Around

Review: Water make the river, river wash the mountain, Fire make the sunlight, turn the world around. This new arrangement of the Harry Belafonte standard really shines.

Sheet Music Available: SAB,   2-Part,   2-Part,   SAB

As Performed by: Harry Belafonte

Rosana Eckert : Call Me

Review: Originally an easy-listening pop hit for Petula Clark, this song lends itself well to a vocal jazz setting for mixed and women's groups, offering opportunities to develop intonation, blend, rhythm and solo techniques.

Sheet Music Available: SSAA,   SATB,   SSAA,   SATB

As Performed by: Petula Clark

Rosana Eckert : How Deep Is The Ocean (How High Is The Sky?)

Review: Set in a medium swing, this setting of the Irving Berlin classic will not disappoint!Available separately: SATB, SSAA, ePak(R) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 4:30.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SSAA

Rosana Eckert : The Telephone Song

Review: Anyone who has ever waited for the phone to ring with a call from that special someone will love this one! Well-written vocals complement a fun rhythm section that will have your audience reaching for the phone. Available: SATB, IPak(R), ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

Sheet Music Available: SATB

Rosana Eckert : What You Say (and What You Do)

Review: Vocal Jazz has never been this fancy-free in the capable hands of composer/vocalist/lecturer Rosana Eckert. It's not the color of your hair, it's what you say and what you do rolls off the tongue with assuredly blues vocal lines with a jazzy written-out scat section in the middle!

Sheet Music Available: SAB,   SAB

Russell L. Robinson : I Only Have Eyes for You

Review: From the opening female and male solos to the final chord, this wonderful Russ Robinson arrangement endows the classic '40s tune with rich, yet singable, vocal jazz harmonies to make a real showpiece for today's choirs. Don't overlook this creative showstopper!

Sheet Music Available: SATB

Russell L. Robinson : Jazzin' It Up! (And Jazzin' It Down)

Review: A great way to introduce vocal jazz to your choir! This choral provides opportunities for solo scatting, improvising, and offers lots of ensemble singing. An ideal companion to Russell Robinson's two previous vocal jazz selections: "Let's Sing Some Jazz" and "We're Singing the Blues for You."

Sally K. Albrecht : If I Only Had a Brain

Review: What fun! This easy swing favorite from The Wizard of Oz has been arranged as a novelty hit especially for 2-part choirs. Features some simple staging suggestions and easy scat syllables. Featured on Showbiz! choral movement DVD (00-35858).

Sheet Music Available: 2-Part

Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66 : The Look of Love

Review: This 1968 Hal David/Burt Bacharach hit recorded by Sergio Mendes and Brasil '66 still grooves in this smooth and sultry choral setting. Show off a great soloist with this concert change of pace. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Combo Parts, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SSA,   SATB,   SSA,   

As Performed by: Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66

Spiral Starecase : More Today Than Yesterday

Review: The 1969 pop hit by Spiral Starecase in a straight-ahead vocal jazz will showcase jazz and show choirs at their best. Great for developing swing style, jazz intonation and improvisation skills in a tune that singers and audiences will love!

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SAB,   SSA,   SSA,   SAB,   SATB

As Performed by: Spiral Starecase

Steve Zegree : Bye Bye Blackbird

Review: Here is a swinging arrangement of the great American standard in a style reminiscent of the Count Basie big bands of the 1950's. Opening in a spare style with unison vocals over a bass line, the texture gradually fills out to two parts, then solo with choir back-up, and finally a modulation to a full four-part conclusion. Great for developing improvisation skills!

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SAB,   2-Part,   SAB,   SATB,   2-Part

Steve Zegree : Come Dance with Me

Review: 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.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SSA

As Performed by: Frank Sinatra

Steve Zegree : Do Nothin' Till You Hear from Me

Review: From the iconic opening notes of the tune over a walking bass to the full shout scat chorus, your vocal jazz ensemble will dig this medium swing setting of the Duke Ellington classic. A super choice for developing style and skill! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:00.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SAB,   SSA,   SATB,   SAB,   SSA

As Performed by: Duke Ellington

Steve Zegree : God Bless' The Child

Review: One of the most soulful ballads ever written, this standard has been recorded by artists ranging from Billie Holiday to Blood, Sweat & Tears. This arrangement features full vocals and sultry harmonies for an incredible tribute to an incredible song and artist! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 5:10.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SAB,   SSA,   SATB,   SSA,   SAB

As Performed by: Blood, Sweat & Tears

Steve Zegree : Hey! Ba-ba-re-bop

Review: Lionel Hampton made this song famous and this jazz setting will be a fun change of pace for pop and jazz groups looking for a light-hearted addition to their concerts. Great solo feature! Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:15.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SAB,   2-Part,   2-Part,   SATB,   SAB

As Performed by: Lionel Hampton

Steve Zegree : Knock Me a Kiss

Review: Here is Steve Zegree's arrangement of a 1940s classic by Louis Jordan, set in classic swing style and a bit of an attitude for a fun showcase that can be performed by jazz, show or even concert choirs. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available as a digital download (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:45.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SSA,   SAB,   SATB,   SSA

Steve Zegree : Once Upon a Time

Review: The timeless love ballad by Charles Strouse and Lee Adams in an expressive jazz setting by Steve Zegree will enchant every audience! Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:40.

Steve Zegree : Sing

Review: A cool walking bass line, great swing style and fun scat lyrics make this Steve Zegree arrangement of Joe Raposo's Sesame Street favorite a perfect choice for younger choirs. A wonderful concert theme or closer! Available separately: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:55.

Sheet Music Available: 2-Part,   2-Part

Steve Zegree : So Nice (Summer Samba)

Review: The smooth sounds of sixties bossa nova shimmer in this warm setting of the classic song that maintains its popularity even today. Great for developing style and blend! Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:50.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SAB,   SATB,   SAB

Tom Anderson : Garden of Your Mind

Review: The lyrics of this imaginative song are from the iconic Mister Rogers, and are almost legendary in their meaning to young and old. With a jazz flavored accompaniment, this work will make a perfect addition to a set of songs of childhood.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   2-Part

As Performed by: Fred Rogers

Tom Anderson : Stompin' at the Savoy

Review: Let this new title in the Discovery Jazz series transport your choir back to the days of Benny Goodman and the Savoy Ballroom. A written-out scat section completes this early jazz favorite.

Sheet Music Available: 2-Part

Greg Jasperse : The Boy from New York City

Review: This 1981 hit for The Manhattan Transfer is now a hot new choral arrangement from Greg Jasperse. A driving beat leads this chart of fresh new chord changes and rhythmic surprises. Terrific for show, jazz or concert choirs and the SSA voicing will thrill your women's groups! Available separately: SATB, SSA, Digital Instrument Pack (guitar, bass, drums). Duration: ca. 3:10.

Sheet Music Available: SATB,   SSA,   SSA,   SATB

As Performed by: Manhattan Transfer

Audrey Snyder : Beyond The Sea - Parts CD

Review: Here is a swing treatment of the contemporary pop standard most famously recorded in a big band swing style by Bobby Darin in 1959. Great for learning vocal jazz technique it will be a fantastic choice for younger or developing choirs. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.

Songlist: Beyond The Sea

Sheet Music Available: SAB,   2-Part,   SAB,   2-Part

As Performed by: Bobby Darin

Audrey Snyder : Sir Duke

Review: This joyful Stevie Wonder classic celebrates music and the universal joy it brings to all people. Not a jazz piece, but paying tribute to jazz greats such as Duke Ellington, this piece is skillfully arranged for less experienced singers; yet it loses none of the power, delight and pure fun of the original.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:15

Sheet Music Available: 3-Part,   2-Part

As Performed by: Stevie Wonder

Bobby McFerrin : Don't Worry Be Happy - Parts CD

Review: What a great way to introduce the music of Bobby McFerrin to younger choirs. Winning the Grammy in 1989 this hit tune will bring a smile to everyone's face. Discovery Level 2. Available separately: 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:30.

Songlist: Don't Worry Be Happy

Sheet Music Available: 2-Part,   2-Part

As Performed by: Bobby McFerrin

Cristi Cary Miller : Solfege Mambo

Review: Solfege Mambo draws heavily upon Latin American traditions of syncopation, staccato movement and rhythmic expression. With a text that teaches as well as entertains, this piece practically begs you to get up and dance!

Sheet Music Available: 3-Part Mixed,   2-Part,   3-Part Mixed,   2-Part

Kirby Shaw : Chickery Chick

Review: Your singers will have fun with this novelty song from the 1940's and develop their vocal jazz chops at the same time! Opening in a happy-go-lucky 6/8, it sounds like an Italian street song full of nonsense lyrics, then it transitions into 4/4 swing with an easy scat section. VoiceTrax CD includes a full performance of the primary voicing, accompaniment only and part-predominant tracks for each voice part of each voicing.

Sheet Music Available: SAB,   2-Part,   SAB,   2-Part

Kirby Shaw : He Beeped When He Shoulda Bopped - Parts CD

Review: Written by jazz great Dizzy Gillespie, this bebop standard makes a perfect introduction to the world of vocal jazz for younger choirs. Discovery Level 2. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:40.

Sheet Music Available: 2-Part,   SAB,   2-Part

As Performed by: Dizzy Gillespie

Kirby Shaw : Stray Cat Strut

Review: Your younger and developing groups will dig the rockabilly sounds of Brian Setzer in this pop hit from 1983! Fun jazzy lyrics and well-crafted for success! VoiceTrax CD includes a full performance of the primary voicing, accompaniment only and part-predominant tracks for each voice part of each voicing.

Sheet Music Available: SAB,   2-Part

As Performed by: Stray Cats