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Gwyn Arch : Four Jazz Spirituals These four spirituals have been arranged by Gwyn Arch especially for the younger or developing choir. They are fun arrangements of popular or well known spirituals that are interesting to sing and fairly straightforward to perform. The optional baritone line makes the collection suitable for choirs with a dearth of male voices but equally suitable for boys to sing as their voices change and develop. Songlist: Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, This Little Light of Mine, When the Love Comes Trickalin' Down, Down by the Riverside 
The Manhattan Transfer : Manhattan Transfer for SAB Voices The vocal jazz standard "Java Jive" gets a great a cappella treatment with the Kirby Shaw touch! Still swings! The four brothers of the Woody Herman sax section achieved legendary status with the tune "Four Brothers"; later Lambert, Hendricks and Ross recorded a vocal version, followed by Manhattan Transfer's rendition. Paris Rutherford's setting simplifies the vocals slightly while retaining all the drive of the original. Awesome closer to any concert! "Choo Choo Ch'Boogie" will put your choir on the jazz track with its hip '40s lyrics. Four of Manhattan Transfer's signature songs are showcased here in a 6-minute mini-medley "Manhattan Transfer Swings!" that will totally energize your concert! Includes: Four Brothers, Route 66, That Cat Is High, Tuxedo Junction. Songlist: Java Jive, Four Brothers, Operator, Choo Choo Ch' Boogie, Manhattan Transfer Swings!
Roger Emerson : Popular Jazz Standards for Younger Voices, Vol 1 "Lullaby of Birdland" - Introduce your young choir to this famous jazz classic! Set in an easy swing with great part-writing and craftsmanship! "A-Tisket, A-Tasket" - Was it red? No no no. Was it brown? No no no. The famous Ella Fitzgerald rendition of a classic nursery song is a sassy, jazzy twist on the familiar lyrics. A great Discovery Series choice for developing jazz style in your younger choirs! "Sweet Home Chicago" - Introduce your young singers to the blues with this Robert Johnson classic from 1937, memorably covered by The Blues Brothers. With the shuffle style rhythm, vocal fall-offs and accessible jazz harmonies, learning opportunities abound! "Choo Choo Ch' Boogie" - This 1940s classic is the perfect introduction to swing music for developing choirs. Easy voice-leading and a supportive accompaniment make this a breeze to learn. Songlist: Lullaby of Birdland, A-Tisket, A-Tasket, Sweet Home Chicago, Choo Choo Ch' Boogie, Don't Get Around Much Anymore
Various Arrangers : Popular Jazz Standards for Younger Voices, Vol 2 "Birdland" - A jazz classic written by keyboardist Joe Zawinul with lyrics by Jon Hendricks now arranged for younger choirs. A perfect showcase for your beginning vocal jazz group! "Java Jive" - It's America's favorite beverage! This great standard from the '40s regained the spotlight in the Manhattan Transfer version from 1975. This well-crafted Discovery Series arrangement will showcase your young singers at their swingin' best! "Beyond the Sea" - 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. "Tuxedo Junction" - From Glenn Miller to The Manhattan Transfer, this Discovery Series arrangement gives you an authentic setting for your younger choirs! Featuring the jazzy lead line supported by the ba-bop chorus and a written scat section, your singers will groove to this accessible chart! "Basin Street Blues" - Recorded by American jazz legend, Louis Armstrong, here is a great teaching tool for introducing blues styles to your younger choirs. Songlist: Birdland, Java Jive, Beyond the Sea, Tuxedo Junction, Basin Street Blues
Various Arrangers : Popular Jazz Songs for Younger Voices, Vol 1 "Steppin' Out with My Baby" - This arrangement really sizzles! The lively treatment of this Irving Berlin standard has lots of pizzazz and makes a great teaching piece as well! "The Way You Look Tonight" - Since it first was heard in 1936, this classic song has enthralled performers and listeners everywhere! Set here in an easy Discovery Series swing, it makes a perfect first experience for young singers learning vocal jazz style! "Bandstand Boogie" - Your younger choirs will develop authentic jazz style and have fun in the process with this setting of the American Bandstand theme song. A great opener or concert theme! "Teach Me the Blues" - Your choir will love singin' the Blues with this fun and educational swingin' original. Learn about the Blues scale, blue notes, chords, riffs and more! Songlist: Steppin' Out with My Baby, The Way You Look Tonight, Bandstand Boogie
Various Arrangers : Popular Jazz Songs for Younger Voices, Vol 2 "Chickery Chick" - Your singers will have fun with this novelty song from the 1940s 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. "Stray Cat Strut" - 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! "The Pink Panther" - From the opening strains, everyone will recognize the quirky, jazzy theme by Henry Mancini! Younger singers will beg to sing this well-crafted arrangement with scat lyrics! "He Beeped When He Shoulda Bopped" - Written by jazz great Dizzy Gillespie, this bebop standard makes a perfect introduction to the world of vocal jazz for younger choirs. Songlist: Chickery Chick, Stray Cat Strut, The Pink Panther, He Beeped When He Shoulda Bopped |
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Younger choirs can develop vocal jazz style with this cute tune by Louis Prima. With a careful approach to voice leading, jazz rhythms and even scat melodies, singers will gain confidence and experience success from the very start!
Arranger: Rosana Eckert | Composer: Louis Prima
Here is an arrangement of one of the most popular bossa nova songs of all time. Staying true to the bossa style, your students will enjoy learning this important groove with its close harmonies and easy feel. A jazz classic with new life.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Luiz Bonfa
Jay Althouse has put together a trio of jazz tunes for young choirs. It opens with a light swing number, followed by a traditional vocal jazz ballad, and closes with a tight, up tempo chart reminiscent of Route 66. Written specifically as teaching songs, these pieces are perfect for training your group in classic jazz styles. Nostalgically authentic; it's as if each of the short standards were written by Count Basie himself. Three great teaching tools for the price of one! SoundTrax features a professionally recorded jazz combo.
Composer: Jay Althouse
This bluesy standard, recorded by jazz greats Etta James, Dinah Washington and more, will be a perfect vehicle for displaying your group's soulful style. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo part available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:30.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Louis Prima
Recorded by Harry Connick, Jr. and featured in the film Sleepless in Seattle, singers and listeners will love the easy swing feel and just the right touch of nostalgia. A great piano accompaniment supports the vocals for a fantastic showcase for school and community choirs!
Composer: Marc Shaiman | TV/Movie: Sleepless in Seattle
Was it red? No no no. Was it brown? No no no. The famous Ella Fitzgerald rendition of a classic nursery song is a sassy, jazzy twist on the familiar lyrics. A great Discovery Series choice for developing jazz style in your younger choirs! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:40.
Arranger: Roger Emerson Performed By: Ella Fitzgerald
From the 1946 animated classic Make Mine Music produced by Walt Disney, Benny Goodman and his orchestra provided the soundtrack that salutes swing music. A fun change of pace for jazz and show choirs! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 1:50.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Musical: Make Mine Music
As long as I'm singing the world is mighty fine. That is a message that rings loud and clear for choristers. Here is an up-beat, driving song from the big band era that captures the spirit of song.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Bobby Darin Performed By: Bobby Darin
Your younger choirs will develop authentic jazz style and have fun in the process with this setting of the American Bandstand theme song. A great opener or concert theme! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax. Duration: ca. 3:00.
Arranger: Roger Emerson
Recorded by American jazz legend, Louis Armstrong, here is a great teaching tool for introducing blues styles to your younger choirs. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:25.
Arranger: Tom Anderson | Composer: Spencer Williams Performed By: Louis Armstrong
Who's that up there in the sky, singin' and swingin' as he flies by? Why it's Beboppin' Santa Claus, of course! This jazz original is perfect for show and jazz groups and makes a great opener for your holiday programs. Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm section parts available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:15.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Kirby Shaw
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.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Composer: Jack Lawrence Performed By: Bobby Darin
This great bossa nova classic by the Brazilian artist Joao Gilberto completely captures the flavor of the 1960s. Smooth lines and the jazz infused samba give this setting its special appeal! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section parts available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:15.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Jo‹o Gilberto | Country: Brazil
A jazz classic written by keyboardist Joe Zawinul with lyrics by Jon Hendricks now arranged for younger choirs. A perfect showcase for your beginning vocal jazz group! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.
Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Joe Zawinul Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross
Irving Berlin's standard receives an updated jazz treatment from Steve Zegree. Great for developing vocal style. It swings! Available: SATB, SAB. Performance Time: Approx. 2:10.
Arranger: Steve Zegree | Composer: Irving Berlin
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. Available separately SATB, SAB, SSA and ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available as digital download (vibes, syn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:10.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Johnny Green Performed By: The Manhattan Transfer
First made popular by the Andrews Sisters, later by Bette Midler in the '70s, and now this hoppin' tune is arranged for mixed as well as treble choirs. The energetic swing style will be incredibly fun to perform and the tune lends itself very well to choreography.
Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composers: Don Raye and Hughie Prince Performed By: The Andrews Sisters
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!
Arranger: Steve Zegree | Composer: Ray Henderson
This vocal jazz classic from the iconic group Lambert, Hendricks & Ross offers younger or developing mixed and treble ensembles a chance to build important performance techniques! Lots of unison or trade-off phrases over a walking bass line and easy scat section will make it easy and fun!
Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composers: Harry Edison and Jon Hendricks Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross
Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant starred in the movie of the same name of this classic theme song by Henry Mancini and Johnny Mercer. This jazz setting features the lilting Parisian melody but with a unique rhythmic feel that pays homage to Brubeck and others of Mancini's era.
Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: Henry Mancini | Lyricist: Johnny Mercer
You'll love the clackety clack too with this classic from the big band era! Easily learned and a great crowd-pleaser!
Arranger: Mark Brymer
Nothing says class like an Irving Berlin standard, and this favorite tune from the Fred Astaire film TOP HAT is first class for your vocal jazz group.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Irving Berlin
Your singers will have fun with this novelty song from the 1940s 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. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:40.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw
This 1940s classic is the perfect introduction to swing music for developing choirs. Easy voice-leading and a supportive accompaniment make this a breeze to learn. Level 1. Available separately: 2-Part and 3-Part Mixed. VoiceTrax CD also available. performance time approx. 2:45.
Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composers: Vaughn Horton and Denver Darling, Milt Gabler
This Manhattan Transfer hit will put your choir on the jazz track! Hip '40s lyrics and the burnin' ShowTrax Cassette! Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:25.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composers: Vaughn Horton and Denver Darling, Milt Gabler Performed By: The Manhattan Transfer
Challenge your vocal jazz soloists with this madcap vocalese classic from the legendary group Lambert, Hendricks & Ross! It's a concert tour-de-force! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:00.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross
Known primariily as a band leader and jazz artist, Duke Ellington also had deep roots in the Christian faith. His 1943 cantata Black, Brown and Beige featured this rich and deeply moving song most famously performed and recorded by Mahalia Jackson. These accessible settings for mixed and treble choirs by noted jazz educator Paris Rutherford are ideal for both worship and concert performance. Available for SATB, SAB, SSA, IPak (Strings and Rhythm Section) and ShowTrax CD.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Composer: Duke Ellington Performed By: Duke Ellington
Get hip, little dogies! This country blues tune from the 1940s makes a great western style novelty, perfect for themed concerts or other occasions when you want to have a little fun with your audience!
Arranger: Kirby Shaw
Here is a great chart in the style of Krupa and Rich and a super hot arrangement. Try to sit still when you hear this--it can't be done. If you don't have a big band, the showtrax really brings the style alive.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Barry Manilow Performed By: Barry Manilow
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.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composers: Henry Mancini and Ray Evans, and Jay Livingston Performed By: Andy Williams
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.
Arranger: Steve Zegree | Composer: Duke Ellington Performed By: Duke Ellington
When the world goes wrong, and I got the blues, he's the man who makes me get out both my dancin' shoes. This great King Oliver classic just jumps with joy with or without the Dixieland accompaniment! Irresistible! Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax and Instrumental Pak (Dixieland). Performance Time: Approx. 2:45.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Joe "King" Oliver
Available separately: 3-Part Mixed and 2-Part. VoiceTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30. Discovery Level 2.
Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Duke Ellington Performed By: Duke Ellington
Originally made famous by Duke Ellington, this jazz standard has been sung by everyone from Frank Sinatra to Harry Connick, Jr. Enjoy this swinging setting from Mark Brymer. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:45.
Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Duke Ellington Performed By: Duke Ellington
The positive power of music shines in this swing style original perfect as an opener or closer for any performance.Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ePak(C) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:45.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw Performed By: Rihanna | Musical: Pitch Perfect
This Discovery series edition of Stevie Wonder's 1973 song packs all the joyful Latin energy you would want into an accessible arrangement that is super cool and fun to sing. Great for building skills and style, the voice-leading is well-crafted for your beginning and developing jazz/pop groups.
Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Stevie Wonder Performed By: Stevie Wonder
Lambert, Hendricks & Ross mastered the art of vocal bebop and this Jon Hendricks classic proves the point with its frantic tempo and the fast swing groove underneath. A vocal jazz tour-de-force!Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental ePak and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:05.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross
Here is a 1945 Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald tune that is an easy shuffle. The lyrical hook is fun and this arrangement matches that fun with style.
Composer: Duke Ellington
Gene Krupa-style drumming sets the tone for this uptempo swing original that is guaranteed to get you moving! A great feature for younger choirs, it's a perfect show opener and ideal for choreography! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:10.
Composer: Roger Emerson
Kirby Shaw has taken this popular Paul Simon tune and made a hot choral for SATB and SAB voices. Its laid-back feel and happy swing-style makes Feelin' Groovy a choice for all groups that enjoy jazz. The use of repetitive part-writing and unison scat sections make it easy to learn and perform. Success is guaranteed with this Shaw showstopper. A musical pop hit!
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Paul Simon Performed By: Simon and Garfunkel
Add some spice to your holiday concert this year! Driving with Latin/pop energy and a touch of jazz harmonies throughout, this new arrangement is alive and kicking with the instrumental parts or accompaniment CD. Famous for generations and covered by a host of top performers, now's your chance to also create a hit with your holiday performance.
Arranger: Paul Langford | Composer: Jose Feliciano Performed By: Jose Feliciano | Country: Latin America
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.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Bart Howard Performed By: Perry Como
The four brothers of the Woody Herman sax section achieved legendary status with this tune; later Lambert, Hendricks and Ross recorded a vocal version, followed by Manhattan Transfer's rendition. Paris Rutherford's setting simplifies the vocals slightly while retaining all the drive of the original. Awesome closer to any concert! Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:30.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford Performed By: The Manhattan Transfer
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.
Arranger: Steve Zegree Performed By: Blood, Sweat & Tears
Recorded by the Beatles; Blood, Sweat & Tears and Earth, Wind & Fire, this creative arrangement is an exciting fusion of jazz, pop and show for a super choral showcase!
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Paul McCartney Performed By: The Beatles
Here's the first single released from Canadian jazz singer Michael Bublé's album Crazy Love. His upbeat contemporary sound and harmonies translate wonderfully in this choral setting. This title is available in Music Prodigy.
Arranger: Alan Billingsley | Composer: Michael Buble
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.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw Performed By: Dizzy Gillespie
It's a swinging, finger-snapping number from the musical The Pajama Game, arranged in jazz style by Kirby Shaw. But the jazz quality comes mainly from the accompaniment, so consider it, using the SoundTrax or SoundPax, for your concert groups as well. Clever lyrics, great harmonies, and some scat syllables make it a great choice for any group.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Richard Adler and Jerry Ross | Lyricist: Richard Adler and Jerry R | Musical: The Pajama Game
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.
Arranger: Steve Zegree | Composers: Lionel Hampton and Curley Hamner Performed By: Lionel Hampton
This song, made popular by Frank Sinatra in the movie A Hole in the Head, is a song of positive thoughts and acts. An ant moves a rubber tree plant, a ram destroys a dam and our troubles and hardships go away when the balloon is popped. The power of positive thinking. This song won the Oscar for Best Original Song at the 32nd Academy Awards in 1960 and its message is still award-winning.
Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: James Van Heusen Performed By: Frank Sinatra
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