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VOCAL JAZZ
Vocal Jazz
l After You've Gone—Turner Layton/arr. Kirby
Shaw. This gorgeous jazz standard has been
recorded by some of the greatest singers of our
time from 1918 to the present. Presented in a slow
swing, an almost New Orleans-style feel with smooth
jazz harmonies and a nostalgic instrumentation,
this classic song from "One Mo' Time" is a great
change-of-pace piece for any concert.
11197635 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
11197636 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
11197637 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
11198731 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.99
11197638E Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . . . .30.00
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Another Star—Stevie Wonder/arr. Kirby Shaw.
The Latin jazz sound, complete with a killer horn
line and lots of percussion, is faithfully captured in
this arrangement. Show choirs will have fun with
the jazz-flavored harmonies and bossa nova feel,
either with the lively piano accompaniment alone or
with the full combo.
11201948 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
11201949 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
11201950 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
11203488 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.99
11200529E Instrumental Parts
Jazz Band ePrint . . . . . . . . . . .25.00
Ht Autumn Leaves—Joseph Kosma/arr. Ryan
O'Connell. Here's a lush, beautiful a cappella
setting of the old standard tune, with accessible
jazz harmonies and effortless voice leading. This
is a standout ballad for your jazz or concert choir!
Highly recommended!
10363356 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
10363357 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
Blue Moon—Lorenz Hart & Richard Rodgers/
arr. Roger Emerson. Developing mixed and treble
choirs will enjoy performing this jazz-inflected doo-
wop song, written in the 1930s but made popular
in 1961 by the Marcels. With careful attention to
range and voice-leading, this pop standard is a
perfect selection for teaching blend, style, swing
rhythms and articulation. A quick learn, with a
great track that features many additional teaching
resources. A pleasing concert selection!
1378884 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
10689147 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
10758271 Teaching P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . .26.99
4D Blue Skies—Irving Berlin/arr. Paris Rutherford.
Combining an upbeat lyric with an easy swing
setting creates a feel-good piece for audiences and
singers alike. A choral scat section is followed by
a scat solo, either improvised or using the written
part. Optional drum, guitar, and bass parts add to
the fun.
11200941 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
11203663 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.99
VOCAL JAZZ for YOUNG VOICES
More and more young choirs have been getting into singing vocal jazz,
so here's a convenient list of new and best-selling vocal jazz charts for young voices!
Blue Moon—Lorenz Hart & Richard Rodgers/arr.
Roger Emerson. Developing mixed and treble choirs will
enjoy performing this jazz-inflected doo-wop song, written
in the 1930s but made popular in 1961 by the Marcels.
With careful attention to range and voice-leading, this pop
standard is a perfect selection for teaching blend, style,
swing rhythms and articulation. A quick learn, with a great
track that features many additional teaching resources.
A pleasing concert selection!
10689147 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
HD Blue Skies—Irving Berlin/arr. Roger Emerson.
Irving Berlin's quintessential song is a classic of swing
style, and this straightforward, singable arrangement
brings Berlin's standard to vocal jazz and show choirs of
any level. The swing groove is established in the beginning
with choral voices accompanied by finger snaps and bass
guitar. Later in the arrangement, written-out scat solos will
encourage younger singers to try this vocal jazz technique.
3276862 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
3276870 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
4 Blue Suede Shoes—Carl Perkins/arr. Kirby Shaw.
Accessible, authentic and fun, this arrangement of the
famous Carl Perkins song that helped catapult Elvis to
stardom features solo opportunities (including a notated
scat solo) and a vocal stacking section. Add the jazz
combo or the backing track for even more sizzle.
11203666 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
11203667 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
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Cuppa Cappuccino—Andy Beck. Frothy fun for caffeine
lovers everywhere! From the swingin' echoed phrases of
the catchy chorus to the tasty "with extra foam" ending,
this creative chart is equal parts education and fun. Extend
the learning by trading bars to create a solid introduction
to the jazz style and beginning scat singing for developing
mixed or treble choirs.
10983405 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
10984607 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
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Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing—Stevie Wonder/
arr. Roger Emerson. This Discovery Jazz 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.
10567900 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
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Fascinating Rhythm—George Gershwin &
Ira Gershwin/arr. Ed Lojeski. This swing-style jazz
standard has been covered countless times and continues
to appeal to modern audiences. In an easy swing, this
arrangement of the Gershwin classic is full to the brim
with stylistic elements, enhanced by a jazzy piano
accompaniment and optional rhythm section parts.
11203983 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
lL Happy Face Medley—Charles Strouse/
arr. Mark Hayes. You won't be able to stop grinning with
this duo of Put on a Happy Face from "Bye Bye Birdie" and
You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile from "Annie."
Both songs were written by Tony and Emmy award-
winning composer Charles Strouse. Plenty of unison and
simple two-part singing in every voicing make this a quick
learn with a lot of pizzazz! Add the jazz band parts or track
for the full effect.
11196375 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
lD Mister Rogers' Neighborhood (Choral Highlights)—
Fred Rogers/arr. Roger Emerson. Mister (Fred) Rogers
and his television neighborhood were a familiar and
comforting companion to generations of young people.
The music was an important part of each episode and
helped reinforce the lessons being taught. Now, a new
generation of singers can explore his music with this choral
medley that features favorite tunes Won't You Be My
Neighbor?; You Are Special; Did You Know?; There Are
Many Ways and It's Such a Good Feeling.
11001780 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.50
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My Blue Heaven—Walter Donaldson/arr. Rosana
Eckert. Taking a well-known Ziegfeld Follies song from
1927, noted jazz vocalist and arranger Rosanna Eckert
guides young singers through harmony, syncopation,
and a written-out choral scat section in this fantastic
arrangement. A terrific way to expose singers to the style,
this fun-to-sing arrangement is a sure path to success!
11195434 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
11195435 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
4D My Favorite Things (from "The Sound of Music")—
Rodgers & Hammerstein/arr. Roger Emerson. What
could be more pleasant than singing this favorite song
from the classic 1959 Broadway musical in a delightful
jazz waltz setting? Accessible and fresh, this arrangement
of the very familiar tune is a great way for young choirs
to explore the style and hone their sound. Perfect for the
holidays, or any time of year!
11171306 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
11171307 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
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On the Sunny Side of the Street—Jimmy McHugh/
arr. Rosana Eckert. A jazz standard in every sense,
this has received countless performances and cover
recordings since 1930, including the likes of Louis
Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, and Frank Sinatra. Versatile and
lively, this arrangement captures the original's penchant
for both chromatic and leaping phrasing within a single
phrase. Conservative ranges, a short section of notated
choral scat, and a great track make this highly accessible
for developing mixed or treble choirs.
10980653 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10980650 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
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Papa Loves Mambo—Al Hoffman, Dick Manning &
Bix Reichner/arr. Mark Hayes. Direct from the 1950s
comes this well-known standard arranged for mixed, treble
or tenor-bass choirs with an optional accompaniment for
your band. Add a little mambo-inspired movement and
you'll have a timeless concert highlight that will be fun and
appealing to all ages.
11198818 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
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Pick Yourself Up—arr. Rosana Eckert. This great
swing tune by Jerome Kern from the 1936 hit movie
"Swing Time" was originally recorded by Fred Astaire but
was also performed by many other jazz greats such as
Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, and Frank Sinatra. It has
been carefully arranged for developing choirs with limited
ranges, positive lyrics, and notated scat sections so that
even beginning or concert choirs can explore this style
with a jazz standard.
10845535 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10845521 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
lL Solid Potato Salad—Don Raye, Gene de Paul &
Hughie Prince/arr. Kirby Shaw. This quirky song about
the popular potluck side dish originally appeared in the
1944 MGM musical "Broadway Rhythm." Retaining the
characteristic sound and style of the time period with
bright jazz harmonies and swing rhythms, this fun-to-sing
piece is a great introduction to vocal jazz for younger
choirs. With options for scat solos and a great track, this
arrangement hits all the right notes!
11197206 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
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Summertime (from "Porgy and Bess")—arr. Roger
Emerson. Unlike the original ballad heard in the operetta,
this is an easy swing choral rendition placed in a key that is
comfortable for developing voices, with careful attention to
range and accessibility. The middle section with a written-
out scat solo can be easily repeated for those choirs
learning to improvise, while the familiar melody creates a
memorable hook that choirs and audiences will really love.
10833244 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
H Swingin' with the Saints—arr. Mark Hayes. Swing
Low, Sweet Chariot and When The Saints Go Marching
In really belong together in this dynamic, soulful setting,
which contrasts the two classic spirituals in such an
exciting way that your choir won't want it to end!
3701799 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
l What You Say (And What You Do)—Rosana Eckert.
"It's not the color of your hair, it's what you say and what
you do!" These inspirational lyrics roll off the tongue with
bluesy vocal lines in this original jazz piece for developing
choirs. With a fully notated choral scat section in the
middle, and some optional cued notes for your baritones,
this accessible selection is a perfect vehicle to introduce
vocal jazz to your young mixed choir.
11205635 Three-Part Mixed opt. baritone . . . . . . . .2.10
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