In Celebration of the Human Voice - The Essential Musical Instrument

Carly Simon

Born: 1945. Living in: United States

She was raised in the Riverdale section of New York City with two sisters and a brother. Her father, Richard Simon, played Chopin and Beethoven on the piano. Three of her uncles gained distinction in various fields of music. George, as an authority on Jazz, Henry, as a Musicologist and book editor and Alfred as the music director of a classical radio station.

She attended Riverdale county school and spent two years at Sarah Lawrence before dropping out to form a folk duo with her sister, Lucy. They billed themselves as the Simon Sisters and managed to get work at small clubs on the eastern seaboard. Lucy eventually left the act and married a physician. Carly's eldest sister Joanna was a professional opera singer.

She met her first husband James Taylor as a child when their parents had summered near one another on Martha's Vinyard. She married Taylor in 1971 and they later divorced. She has been married to writer Jim Hart since 1981 and they live on Martha's Vineyard, Mass. She has a son and daughter from her marriage to James Taylor.

Individual Folios

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Lisa DeSpain : Carly Simon's Greatest Hits: A Choral Medley

American singer-songwriter Carly Simon began her fame in the 1970s with a string of hit records. This medley captures three of those iconic hits: You're So Vain, Haven't Got Time for the Pain and Anticipation. Women's choirs and ensembles will love these strong lyrics, singing her famous melodies and celebrating this American artist.

Arranger: Lisa DeSpain Performed By: Carly Simon

Kirby Shaw : Let the River Run

This multi-award winning song by Carly Simon featured in the 1988 film Working Girl will be a fantastic and uplifting closer for any concert. After a powerful a cappella opening, the arrangement builds through several electrifying modulations to a dramatic, full-voiced conclusion. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, TTB, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:05.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw Performed By: Carly Simon | TV/Movie: Working Girl

Mac Huff : Let the River Run

Now available in an accessible Discovery edition, this multi-award winning song by Carly Simon featured in the 1988 film Working Girl will be a fantastic and uplifting addition to any concert.

Arranger: Mac Huff Performed By: Carly Simon

Craig Hella Johnson : Let the River Run

Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare's performance of this Carly Simon hit was featured on a PBS special and was also included on their Grammy-nominated CD. Vibrant choral textures are supported by a dancing keyboard and percussion accompaniment for a spectacular choral showcase! Duration: ca. 2:10.

Arranger: Craig Hella Johnson Performed By: Carly Simon