This classic written years ago by George and Ira Gershwin never looses its charm. Show choirs and concert choirs everywhere will enjoy showcasing this special arrangement by Russ Robinson. The SATB and SAB voicings are a bit of a challenge, but this is a great way to introduce students to one of Gershwin's classics. An easy tempo and fabulous accompaniment track complete the wonderful feel of this piece.

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Ira Gershwin

A delectable duo of old-school Broadway tunes from three masters of American musical theater: the Gershswins and Cole Porter. Enjoy playful lyrics and sweet jazz harmonies in combination with a truly swingin' accompaniment, also available as SoundTrax or rhythm section SoundPax. 'S Wonderful, indeed!

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

Here is a song written in the big band era, first sung by jazz vocalist, Ella Fitzgerald, in 1939 and ideal for introducing beginning and developing groups to swing style. In the Discovery Series, it's perfect for building jazz diction and rhythmic skills.

Arranger: Rosana Eckert Performed By: Ella Fitzgerald

A very singable vocal jazz setting of the Gershwin's favorite from Russell Robinson. It's got a few challenges but it's well worth the effort. A welcome addition to any concert program.

Arranger: Russell L. Robinson | Composer: George Gershwin

Set in a fast swing above a walking bass, this Gershwin standard really cooks! Featuring a wailing group scat chorus, experienced vocal jazz groups will wow the crowd with this sensational chart!

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: George Gershwin

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: George Gershwin | Lyricist: Ira Gershwin

"Clang, clang, clang went the trolley!" Harkening back to the golden age of the movie musical, this trio of transportation-themed songs, made popular by the legendary star of stage and screen, will delight audiences of all ages. A clever combo!

Arranger: John Leavitt | Musical: Judy Garland

In 1929, Fats Waller made this a standard and, in 1984, it won the Grammy Hall of Fame Award. Today, this new and lively arrangement has an upbeat piano accompaniment along with superb optional instrumental parts that add to the swingin' vocals. Arranged for mixed as well as women's voices, this is sure to be a hit!

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Fats Waller Performed By: Fats Waller | Musical: Ain't Misbehavin'

Everywhere you turn this Irving Berlin piece is heard. With Teena Chinn's arrangement, it will create a band of singing instruments second to none.

Arranger: Don Besig | Composer: Irving Berlin

Now your choirs can enjoy this great American standard from the '30s, one of the most recorded songs of all time. This fantastic arrangement falls into place quickly, with simple scat sections, two short solos, and easy-to-accomplish tight jazz harmonies. Grab a rhythm section and add alto sax and vibes for a special performance.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composers: Gerald Marks and Seymour Simons

Hammerstein and Kern's popular hit, and part of the American songbook, is presented with a light and jazzy Latin feel, complete with optional instrumental parts or rhythmic accompaniment track. Smooth vocal lines sit above the exciting samba-like accompaniment. Accessible to all levels and gorgeous for many voicings. Duration: ca. 3:25

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Jerome Kern | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein II.

With more than 300 different recordings released since it was first written in 1970, this iconic love song won Willie Nelson the Grammy award in 1982. It is here set in an intimate and understated way. Perfect for concert or show choirs.

Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: Willie Nelson Performed By: Willie Nelson

This cheerful mini-medley includes a pair of Irving Berlin partner songs that make a wonderful guy-girl concert feature. Includes: Anything You Can Do, An Old Fashioned Wedding, (I Wonder Why?) You're Just in Love. Available: SATB, SAB, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 4:45.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Irving Berlin

Who can resist this classic movie theme from Casablanca, one of the most famous motion pictures of all time? This arrangement, equally appropriate for jazz, show, and concert choirs, features optional solos, well-designed harmonies, and an optional alto sax solo (in the SoundPax).

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Herman Hupfeld

Soul and blues singer Etta James made this luscious ballad a hit in 1960, though it was written almost 20 years earlier by the songwriting team of Mack Gordon and Harry Warren. Since then it's been recorded by scores of artists. One of the great ballads of the American song repertoire.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composers: Mack Gordon and Harry Warren Performed By: Etta James

This classic Rodgers and Hart song takes on a whole new life with its upbeat do-wop arrangement by Jeff Funk. It was featured on the Grease soundtrack.

Arranger: Jeff Funk | Composer: Richard Rodgers

Now available separately: younger voices, this Irving Berlin tune is a classic of jazz swing style. This long-time favorite will bring a smile to your face and put a spring in your step! Available: SATB, 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Irving Berlin

Irving Berlin's much-recorded song from 1926 takes a sultry and sophisticated turn with this dynamic, jazzy arrangement that includes optional rhythm, flugelhorn and flute. The song is a symbol of cheer of being in love. Blue days, all of them gone. Nothing but blue skies from now on. An American Songbook treasure.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Irving Berlin

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

This is a classic pop/rock song first recorded in the 1950s by Tony Bennett and subsequently made popular by Bobby Vinton. This arrangement is lush, with modern harmonies and optional strings. A great ballad for your pop concert or show choir.

Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: Lee Morris

Most notably performed by Liza Minnelli, this Kander & Ebb classic returned to Broadway in the musical New York, New York. Mark's razzmatazz arrangement is a bonafide blockbuster, with showbiz sonorities, hard-hitting swing feel, and full-throttle emotions at the spotlight chorus. "Sometimes you're happy, and sometimes you're sad, but the world goes round."

Arranger: Mark Hayes

This light, swing arrangement of a pop standard will be the highlight of your concert. No suprises...just nice, easy voice leading and smooth vocal lines-- everything we've come to expect from Jay Althouse. Features a "soft-shoe" section and optional solos for both a male and female singer. Sure to be a crowd pleaser...and a "singer pleaser" too.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Ray Henderson

Ray Charles was one-of-a-kind and so was his music. This arrangement is based on his rousing performance of the Everly Brothers' hit; a song considered one of the 500 greatest songs of all times by Rolling Stone magazine. You'll love this energizing rendition complete with rhythm and horns and a treat for your women to sing as well as mixed choirs.

Arranger: Paul Langford | Composer: Felice Bryant Performed By: Ray Charles

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

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!

Arranger: Mac Huff Performed By: Barbra Streisand

Arranged in a swinging big band style, this standard will let your group shine in performance! Available separately: SATB, SAB, TTBB, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1, 2, tsx, tbn, bsx, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:05.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Sammy Cahn Performed By: Frank Sinatra

Written for Frank Sinatra in 1958, this classic by Sammy Cahn and Jimmy Van Heusen is as fresh today as it was when it was first released. This easy swing style makes everyone feel better while at the same time giving a little geography lesson. Stylish and jazzy.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Sammy Cahn | Lyricist: Jimmy Van Heusen Performed By: Frank Sinatra

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.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Sammy Cahn | Lyricist: Jimmy Van Heusen

This sultry ballad from the Great American Songbook is one of the finest works from the songwriting team of Johnny Mercer and Harold Arlen. The dazzling arrangement has a great piano accompaniment, full choral writing, and a pull-out-the-stops finish. Very appropriate for concert choirs as well as show and jazz groups.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Harold Arlen | Lyricist: Johnny Mercer

This popular torch song was originally composed for Ella Fitzgerald, but ended up being dropped from the film Pete Kelly's Blues. She would eventually record it six years later, but in the meantime, a recording by Julie London introduced it to the world. Jay's sweet harmonies make for a bluesy arrangement.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Arthur Hamilton | Lyricist: Arthur Hamilton Performed By: Ella Fitzgerald

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

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

A light, swinging, Jay Althouse arrangement of a Duke Ellington "standard." Features accessible voice leading and some simple scat syllables...but no vocal improvisation. Accessible voice leading. Add the SoundPax parts (horns and rhythm section) for an authentic, small combo sound.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Duke Ellington Performed By: Duke Ellington

A tight, swinging hit from the 1940s that's perfect for your girl groups or your mixed ensembles. Arranger Alan Billingsley included the opening verse, which sets the stage for the cute lyrics that made this song a hit during World War II. Great for pop/jazz groups or larger choirs as well.

Arranger: Alan Billingsley | Composer: Sam H. Stept | Lyricist: Lew Brown and Charles Tob Performed By: The Andrews Sisters

Singer Mel Tormé called "Dream" "the national anthem for group singers." It's been recorded by everyone from Frank Sinatra to George Shearing, and is the quintessential vocal group number. The vocal lines are easy, so it's a great piece to work on tone and blend...for any ensemble of any size. Easy piano accompaniment.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Johnny Mercer

Appearing most recently on Michael Bublé's 2010 album Special Delivery, and also performed by Artie in Glee's "Dream On" episode, this timeless song has been recorded by decades of top singers, including Ozzie Nelson, Kate Smith, Doris Day, Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald, Mama Cass Elliott, and Diana Krall. A classic for all ages.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composers: Fabian Andre and Wilbur Schwandt | Lyricist: Gus Kahn Performed By: Michael Buble

Sometimes known as "C Jam Blues," this is the vocal version of Duke Ellingtonis signature theme. The lyrics are as hip as can be: "Saxes do their tricks at Dukeis Place." Perfectly crafted for developing choirs with easy, tight harmonies. Also included are a call and response section and a written-out scat solo. This arrangement has it all.

Arranger: Russell L. Robinson | Composer: Duke Ellington | Lyricist: Bill Katts, Bob Thiele an Performed By: Duke Ellington

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

This breathtakingly beautiful Cole Porter song is arranged in a simple fashion; the lyric and melodic simplicity stand alone. It's perfect for end of year concerts, or as a touching tribute to someone who is leaving. Classic American song, arranged in a classic choral style with two optional solos. A fantastic work to show off your choir. Easy piano accompaniment.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Cole Porter

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.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Richard Rodgers

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.

Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: Ira Gershwin

First introduced in the Broadway musical Lady Be Good, this Gershwin hit has been covered by Rosemary Clooney, Michael Feinstein, The Four Tops, and many more. Mark's exciting arrangement effectively includes everything from Latin rhythm to Swing!

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: George Gershwin

Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. were one of many in the Las Vegas casino scene and made the rat pack name famous and beloved. Here is a medley of some of their hits they did individually and as a group in concerts, stage, television and film. The medley, fantastic for mixed as well as men's choirs, includes You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You, Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime, and Come Fly with Me.

Arranger: Ryan O'Connell

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

A great marriage of melody and lyrics in this light swing standard, arranged in a style that's sure to click with your singers. Available in three voicings, perfect for any group from elementary through high school to adult community groups.

Arranger: Russell L. Robinson | Composer: Rube Bloom | Lyricist: Harry Ruby

Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: Alan Menken | Lyricist: David Zippel | Musical: Hercules

The late, great Ray Charles showcased other songwriters throughout his long career. But Ray wrote this one himself, and introduced it in 1956 on one of his legendary rhythm-and-blues recordings for Atlantic Records. Introduce the genius of Ray Charles to your singers with this fresh, new, rocking version.

Arranger: Alan Billingsley | Composer: Ray Charles | Lyricist: Ray Charles Performed By: Ray Charles

Barbra Streisand and Judy Garland originally performed this pairing of classic songs on The Judy Garland Show in 1963. It was included on Streisand's 2000 album compilation Duets. Now, the TV show Glee has revived this great hit, sung recently by Rachel and Kurt.

Arranger: Philip Kern Performed By: Judy Garland

You've heard it hundreds of times in your classroom! Now, introduce your young choirs to this classic standard with the easy-shuffle accompaniment. Great novelty feature! Available: SAB, 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Hoagy Carmicheal

From the Broadway classic Wildcat comes this timeless hit redone in Carl Strommen's trademark style that incorporates all the frolicking fun of the original.

Arranger: Carl Strommen | Composer: Cy Coleman | Musical: Wildcat

This Duke Ellington number was featured in Sophisticated Ladies, the musical revue celebrating the life and music of the great bandleader. A slinky bass accompanies some sassy vocals in the intro just before this swingin' setting grows into full-blown jazz. Syncopated horn licks and a tight rhythm section provide some sizzle on the optional SoundTrax CD and SoundPax.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Don George