In Celebration of the Human Voice - The Essential Musical Instrument

Choral and Vocal Arrangements from

Girl Crazy

Girl Crazy is a 1930 musical with music by George Gershwin, lyrics by Ira Gershwin and book by Guy Bolton and John McGowan. Ethel Merman made her stage debut in this musical production and it also turned Ginger Rogers into an overnight star.

It has been adapted three times for film, most notably in 1943 with Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland. In that version, the roles played by Ginger Rogers and Ethel Merman were combined into one, played by Garland.

The 1930 stage version follows the story of Danny Churchill, who has been sent to Custerville, Arizona, to manage his family's ranch. His father has sent him there to focus on more serious matters than alcohol and women, but Danny turns his family's place into a dude ranch, importing showgirls from Broadway and hiring Kate Forthergill (played by Merman) as an entertainer. Eventually, visitors come from both coasts to the ranch and Danny falls in love with the local postmistress, Molly Gray (originally played by Ginger Rogers). The subsequent films followed different plots.

Music By - George Gershwin | Lyrics By - Ira Gershwin | Stage Date - 1930

Individual Folios

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Phillip Kern : But Not for Me

Your jazz, show, and concert choirs will all sound fantastic singing this classic Gershwin ballad. This new a cappella arrangement offers beautiful lush harmonies with a female solo feature. Closes with one of Ira's most creative lyrics: "But there's no knot for me."

Arranger: Phillip Kern | Composer: George Gershwin | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin | Musical: Girl Crazy

Jay Althouse : Embraceable You

It's perhaps the most touching of the Gershwins' love songs. The lyrics show the sophistication of Ira and the music epitomizes the genius of George. The arrangement is brilliant in its simplicity, including just a touch of Rhapsody in Blue at the end. An American classic for today's choirs.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: George Gershwin | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin | Musical: Girl Crazy

Jay Althouse : Embraceable You

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: George Gershwin | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin | Musical: Girl Crazy

Jay Althouse : Embraceable You

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: George Gershwin | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin | Musical: Girl Crazy

Jay Althouse : Embraceable You

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: George Gershwin | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin | Musical: Girl Crazy

Kirby Shaw : Embraceable You

Kirby Shaw's tradition for creating exceptional a cappella ballads continues with this wonderful arrangement of the Gershwinae classic "Embraceable You." Showcase your singers with this very special arrangement!

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: George Gershwin | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin | Musical: Girl Crazy

Kirby Shaw : Embraceable You

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: George Gershwin | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin | Musical: Girl Crazy

Teena Chinn : Embraceable You

"It is very accessible to all singers, especially to high school vocal jazz ensembles, and would be a great standard piece to any concert." - Laura Inman, Assoc. Faculty, Arizona State University for Antiphon, Arizona American Choral Directors Association

Arranger: Teena Chinn | Composer: George Gershwin | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin | Musical: Girl Crazy

Carl Strommen : Embraceable You

Carl's arrangement of this Gershwin goldie is simply stunning. The vocals are lush and lovely. The accompaniment is simple yet supportive. A must for your library!

Arranger: Carl Strommen | Composer: Ira Gershwin | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin | Musical: Girl Crazy