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Setting the Standards
A truly great songs will last forever as exemplified in this series of some of the all-time popular favorite songs, both modern and decades old. Fresh arrangements by top arrangers have been created for intermediate and developing choirs who will have lots of fun performing these classic songs
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Review: Here is an irresistible choral setting of Rosemary Clooney's famous hit from 1955 that will be tons of fun to perform! A delightful concert change of pace! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, tsx, tbn, barsx, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:35.
Review: This classic song recorded in the 30's by Marlene Dietrich gets an update with this accessible setting which opens in a straight-forward 3/4 meter, then moves into a fun 4/4 swing.
Review: This Grammy Hall of Fame song by Fats Waller is a standard in both the American popular song and jazz idiom. New York Voices mastermind Darmon Meader has created an arrangement that covers both of these areas with a new version for women.
Review: From the George and Ira Gershwin musical Lady Be Good. This swing style song has been covered by countless jazz bands and singers and it continues to be one of the great standards in the repertoire. This arrangement is loaded with style and it will have your audience smiling as they experience this fine arrangement.
Review: One of the most performed and recorded songs ever, this classic standard will enhance programming for jazz, pop and concert choirs in this well-crafted setting. A gem!
Review: The 1935 motion picture Top Hat introduced this Irving Berlin song to the world and it continues to be a popular standard for jazz performers. It features a vintage, bluesy swing that will showcase your singers at their best! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, tsx, tbn, syn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:35.
Review: From State Fair, this wonderful classic is set in a medium swing with a fun, breezy attitude that's super for developing jazz style. Available: SATB, SSA, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:40.
Review: This Gershwin classic is set in an easy swing filled to the brim with nonchalant charm and optimism. A great selection for jazz, pop and concert choirs in a program of standards or a love-themed concert set.
Review: Showcase your vocal jazz group with this accessible setting of the Ella Fitzgerald/Count Basie standard. Swing style, jazz harmonies, group scat and solo improvisation make this a great selection for developing style and technique.
Review: You'll capture the sound of an era when you perform this campy hit from 1963 at the zenith of the Bossa Nova craze! Opening with a two part call and response, it moves into a fully harmonized chorus with some clever lyrics that will create smiles all around.
Review: Two legends combined in this duet with Tony Bennett and Amy Winehouse in the final recording made before her death in 2011. Adapted for jazz choirs, this setting retains the bluesy, ballad quality of their popular recording.
Review: 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.
Review: Flute and rhythm section bring charm to this jazz waltz setting of Henry Mancini's famous theme from the 1964 movie, most famously recorded by Andy Williams. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section and Flute parts available as a digital download (fl, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:55.
Review: Recorded by greats such as Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra, this bluesy standard is a great tribute to a great city! Ideal for a tribute concert!Available separately: SATB, SAB and SSA. Instrumental ePak has parts Bb Trumpet, Bb Clarinet, Trombone, Banjo/Guitar, Bass and Drums. ShowTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 3:55
Review: Here is an easy swing style arrangement of the classic Rodgers and Hart song from the musical The Boys from Syracuse. A second Rogers and Hart song--This Can't Be Love--mashes in and together we have a hot swinging love song. Pure joy.
Review: This great jazz standard has been recorded by Tony Bennett and many others. The Latin groove setting is great for developing style, diction and ensemble skills. Don't miss it!Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak (Trumpet I & II, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Guitar, Bass and Drums) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:25.
Review: Falling in love can turn a person topsy turvy as this novelty classic clearly shows! Lots of fun, the back and forth nature of the lyrics make this a fantastic concert change of pace! Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Woodwinds/Rhythm section parts available digitally (fl, cl, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:50.
Review: This American standard song has been covered by countless iconic singers including Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra. It is a standard among vocal jazz ensembles from Lambert Hendricks and Ross to the New York Voices. Here is a fresh arrangement from a master jazz arranger.
Review: The quiet emotion of this classic ballad will wrap your audience in a dreamlike spell of enchantment. Breathtaking! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm section parts available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:30.
Review: You'll create a spellbinding effect with this Irving Berlin classic in a Latin style arrangement filled with rich jazz harmonies. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm section parts available as a digital downlaod (vbs, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:00.
Review: This upbeat novelty from the '20s will have everyone stompin' their feet and clappin' their hands. Simple vocals with a vocal band middle section, fun lyrics, and the optional Dixieland accompaniment complete this happy package.Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, Instrumental Pak (parts for Trumpet, Clarinet, Trombone, Banjo/Guitar, Bass/Tuba and Drums) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00
Review: Following the huge success by Harold Arlen of Over The Rainbow he was both incredibly busy and incredibly successful. In 1943 he wrote the film score for The Sky's The Limit and, although the film was not a huge success, My Shining Hour was the #1 song of its day. Since then if has been covered by countless jazz musicians as well as song stylists. Here is a strong arrangement for your choir that they will love to sing.
Review: Set in a medium swing, this jazz standard cooks from start to finish! Opening with unison vocals, it moves to two-part, then four-part jazz chords over a steady walking bass. The group scat chorus packs a punch and leads to a tasty modulation, final chorus and easy out for a super vocal jazz showcase. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section parts available as a digital download (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:10.
Review: Here is a jazzy take on a classic pop/rock tune. The original version, sung by the Drifters, with all of its back up harmony and part singing, is a great beginning for a choral arrangement. In the hands of this skilled arranger it is a real concert piece.
Review: The famous Love Theme from The Godfather, this soft samba setting offers plenty of options to showcase your ensemble skills: blend, style, rhythm and a full group scat interlude, for a great vocal jazz change of pace!
Review: Set in a happy swing tempo, this standard arranged by Kirby Shaw just brims with energy. The vibrant rhythms and full jazz harmonies complete the package.Available separately: SATB, SAB and SSA. Instrumental ePak includes parts for Trumpet 1 & 2, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Guitar, Bass and Drums. ShowTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 2:40
Review: Rhythm and blues singer Etta James recorded this classic 1940s song which became her signature. Her version was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and continues to be covered by heavy hitting singers like Celine Dion and Beyoncé.
Review: This has become a standard from the Great American Songbook. Covered by jazz, pop, traditional, and Broadway singers too numerous to name, here is a concert setting of this great song by Rodgers and Hart.
Review: This popular standard from Finian's Rainbow really swings, making it a great showcase for SSA groups of all ages! Duration: ca. 3:00.
Review: Written as a reaction to the famous Wall Street Crash, this standard has been recorded by a variety of performers, from Louis Armstrong to Cyndi Lauper. Perfect for show choirs, this arrangement will almost choreograph itself!Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak (instrument parts for Trumpet I & II, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Baritone Sax, Synthesizer, Guitar, Bass and Drums), and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50.
Review: One of the top standards of all time! This rich setting will showcase concert, community and pop choirs with dreamy rubato phrasing, warm harmonies and the full range of emotional expressivity.
Review: Alternating between a funky retro Latin rock and a sizzling swing tempo, this chart really cooks! Your singers will shine with this classic standard in an updated setting! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, bsx, syn, gtr, b, dm) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 2:40.
Review: You'll love the clackety clack too with this classic from the big band era! Easily learned and a great crowd-pleaser!
Review: A hit by Marvin Gaye in 1965, a hit for James Taylor in 1975, this perennial classic gets a big band swing remake by Michael Bublé! A wonderful showcase for pop, show, jazz or community groups, your audience will rave! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, bsx, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:30.
Review: This classic Duke Ellington song has been recorded by countless jazz performers and enjoyed by millions of listeners. This new, accessible arrangement adds to the repertoire and makes this timeless song available to a new generation of singers. An ensemble improv section can also be covered by solos and the iconic Count Basie piano ending opens discussions of jazz stylings.
Review: First recorded by Nat King Cole and since covered by countless pop and jazz singers and ensembles and used in multiple movies, here is a really cool arrangement in an easy Bossa groove. With a beautiful section for scat singing, well supported by the ensemble, and multiple soloists featured, this chart works for medium to advanced vocal jazz ensembles.
Review: Reminiscent of the Gene Puerling/ Singers Unlimited arrangement, this new realization alternates between standard swing and a soft Samba feel. There is ample room for both singers and players to step out with solos and improvisations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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