In Celebration of the Human Voice - The Essential Musical Instrument

Choral Arrangements of
Barbra Streisand

Barbra Joan Streisand (born April 24, 1942) is an American singer, actress, film producer and director. She has won two Academy Awards, eight Grammy Awards, four Emmy Awards, a Special Tony Award, an American Film Institute award, a Peabody Award, and is one of the few entertainers who have won an Oscar, Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award.

She is one of the most commercially and critically successful entertainers in modern entertainment history, with more than 71.5 million albums shipped in the United States and 140 million albums sold worldwide. She is the best-selling female artist on the Recording Industry Association of America's (RIAA) Top Selling Artists list, the only female recording artist in the top ten, and the only artist outside of the rock and roll genre. Along with Frank Sinatra, Cher, and Shirley Jones, she shares the distinction of being awarded an acting Oscar and also recording a number-one single on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.

According to the RIAA, Streisand holds the record for the most top ten albums of any female recording artist - a total of 31 since 1963. Streisand has the widest span (46 years) between first and latest top ten albums of any female recording artist. With her 2009 album, Love Is the Answer, she became one of the only artists to achieve number-one albums in five consecutive decades. According to the RIAA, she has released 51 Gold albums, 30 Platinum albums, and 13 Multi-Platinum albums in the United States.

Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media

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John Leavitt : On Holy Ground

From Barbra Streisand's Higher Ground album, John Leavitt's arrangement of this uplifting anthem builds from a gentle beginning to a stirring bring-down-the-house gospel finale. Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 4:20.

Barbra Streisand : Christmas Mem'ries

Recorded by Barbra Streisand, this ballad recounts all the joys of Christmas in a warm, jazz-inflected setting that will set the perfect holiday mood for all types of programs! Singing carols, stringing popcorn, making footprints in the snow, - sweet Christmas memories for all!

David Lantz III : People

A stylish arrangement of a classy song from the musical Funny Girl. The optional flugelhorn is a brilliant addition to a very rich and performable arrangement. And the well-known lyrics are special: "People who need people are the luckiest people in the world."

Lisa DeSpain : Don't Rain on My Parade

This dynamic song from the musical Funny Girl is one of Barbra Streisand's signature tunes. Its upbeat lyrics and rhythmic drive make it a concert favorite. Also performed by Rachel on the TV show Glee.

Individual Folios

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Paris Rutherford : A Sleepin' Bee (from House of Flowers)

This ballad marked Diahann Carroll's 1954 debut on Broadway in House of Flowers and was further made famous in a recording by Barbra Streisand. This setting by Paris Rutherford is a delightful change of pace for both jazz and pop ensembles with its witty text and infectious tune.Available separately: SATB, ShowTrax CD and Instrumental Pak (Parts for Bass and Drums). Performance Time: Approx. 3:25.

Arranger: Paris Rutherford Performed By: Barbra Streisand

Mark Brymer : All I Ask Of You

This ballad from The Phantom of the Opera, as recorded by Barbra Streisand, will create a beautiful and poignant moment in your next concert. Available: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:50.

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Andrew Lloyd Webber | Lyricist: Charles Hart Performed By: Barbra Streisand | Musical: The Phantom of the Opera

Mac Huff : Christmas Mem'ries

Arranger: Mac Huff Performed By: Barbra Streisand

Lisa DeSpain : Don't Rain on My Parade

Arranger: Lisa DeSpain | Composer: Jule Styne | Lyricist: Bob Merrill Performed By: Barbra Streisand | Musical: Funny Girl

Mark Hayes : Evergreen

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Barbra Streisand Performed By: Barbra Streisand | Musical: A Star Is Born

John Leavitt : On Holy Ground

Arranger: John Leavitt Performed By: Barbra Streisand

Kirby Shaw : Ordinary Miracles

This beautiful ballad, recorded by Barbra Streisand, gives a moving tribute to the everyday acts of courage and commitment by ordinary people. Great for graduation or a special concert dedication!

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Marvin Hamlisch Performed By: Barbra Streisand

Lisa DeSpain : Papa, Can You Hear Me?

From the Barbra Streisand film Yentl, this Academy Award nominated ballad was most recently performed by the character Rachel on Glee. Opportunities for musical expression abound for both choir and soloists in this lyrical, well-crafted arrangement by Lisa DeSpain.

Arranger: Lisa DeSpain | Composer: Michel LeGrand Performed By: Barbra Streisand | Musical: Yentl

David Lantz III : People

Arranger: David Lantz III | Composer: Jule Styne | Lyricist: Bob Merrill Performed By: Barbra Streisand | Musical: Funny Girl

Linda Spevacek : The Way We Were

Barbra Streisand's classic in a lovely a cappella setting.

Arranger: Linda Spevacek | Composer: Marvin Hamlisch Performed By: Barbra Streisand

Audrey Snyder : What Matters Most

Recorded by Barbra Streisand, this elegant and heartfelt song is almost classical in style, with a warm, acoustic accompaniment and a simple, direct lyric that celebrates the power of love in our lives.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder Performed By: Barbra Streisand