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JAZZ
VOCAL JAZZ
Elijah Rock—arr. Tiffany Jackson & Michael
Yannette. Authentically based on the
arranger's early singing experiences, this
adaptation of the traditional spiritual brings
together a hybrid of styles, including gospel,
pop, and jazz. A hushed introduction layers
into an invigorating gospel chorus bursting with
soul. There's plenty of room for improvisation
for your pianist and several soloists who can
really riff! Consider adding bass and drums to
further enhance the style.
11565981 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
11565982 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
11565983 CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
Ella Sings (with "Blue Skies")—Kirstina
Rasmussen Collins & Irving Berlin. Celebrating
Ella Fitzgerald, "The First Lady of Song," this
jazzy piece is inspired by the famous singer's
immeasurable talent and her utter humility.
Creatively combining her words with a song
she's famous for singing, it is a showcase
worthy of study on all fronts, especially for
Black History Month or Women's History
Month. With optional solos and a section
incorporating scat syllables, it's a winner for
treble choirs! Consider programming with the
other two pieces in the cycle: Amelia Flies;
Louisa Dreams.
11561756 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
11561735 Amelia Flies . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
11561788 Louisa Dreams . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Finding the Sunshine—Jim Papoulis. Bright
and sunny, this original piece has easy vocal
jazz flourishes and an even-keeled beat.
Mostly in unison, it has a few places of simple
harmony to add to the texture, all of which are
easily learned, leading to success for young
harmony singers.
11568954 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . ME 2.50
Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words)—arr.
Roger Emerson. Written back in 1954, this
famous song has become a part of the Great
American Songbook, with Frank Sinatra's
1964 version becoming the standard. This
accessible arrangement brings plenty of
unison, well-placed harmonies, and a section
of choral scat that your singers will really enjoy
learning and performing.
11341723 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.75
11341722 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.85
11500441 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
From the Start—Laufey & Spencer Stewart/
arr. Michele Weir. Icelandic singer-songwriter
Laufey is known for fusing jazz with modern pop
sensibilities. Here's her breakthrough bossa
nova arranged with tight harmonies, a unison
scat feature, and several optional solos. You'll
also want to check out her original recording to
study the smooth vocal style. Your singers will
really enjoy this appealing blend of styles!
11565991 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35
11565992 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35
11565993 CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
11565995 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .15.00
Give Me Some Rhythm!—Greg Gilpin. No
notes are sung in this original written for four-
part voices! Instead, speech teaches rhythm,
dynamics, style, choral energy, and can even
introduce choreography or simple movement.
The vocal parts can be a mix of voices or even
pared down to fewer parts if needed. Unique
and filled with learning fun!
11560300 Four-Part
opt. Percussion . . . . . . ME 2.35
I Go to the Rock—Dottie Rambo/arr. Stacey
V. Gibbs. This classic gospel hit has been
arranged with jazz-influenced harmonies in
a hybrid of styles to feature a great soloist
and highlight your choir at the same time.
Full of rhythmic energy while exploring many
harmonic shifts that will keep your singers
and the audience completely engaged from
beginning to end, this is what a jazzy a cappella
gospel arrangement should sound like!
11529487 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . MA 3.35
If Ever I Would Leave You (from "Camelot")
—Frederick Loewe/arr. Kirby Shaw. The
cherished love song from "Camelot" receives a
classic choral treatment in this lush a cappella
setting. The end of this arrangement features a
solo or small group over choral backing and is
equally suitable for large ensembles or small
vocal jazz groups.
11502967 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
11502968 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
11502969 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
If I Were a Bell (from "Guys and Dolls")—
Frank Loesser/arr. Kirby Shaw. A Broadway
standard for generations, this show tune from
"Guys and Dolls" brims with playful longing
with its charming depiction of the thrill of
love's possibilities. Lively, jazzy, and fresh,
the clever and catchy lyrics have stood the
test of time. Set in a light swing with tight
vocal harmonies, choirs of all ages can enjoy
this approachable arrangement.
11568975 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
11568976 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
11568977 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
It's All Right (from "Soul")—Curtis Mayfield/
arr. Robert T. Gibson. Jon Batiste's cover of
the 1963 Impressions hit in Disney/Pixar's
"Soul" brings this early Curtis Mayfield song
to a whole new generation. Built on a soulful
groove, jazzy twists, and a feel-good vibe, this
choral arrangement is based on the Batiste
version from the film. Accessible to choirs of all
ages in a variety of voicings, it's sure to be a hit
at your next concert!
11347551 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
11347552 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
11347553 Two-Part or SSA. . . . . ME 2.25
11347554 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
It's Only a Paper Moon—Harold Arlen/arr.
Mac Huff. "Say, it's only a paper moon sailing
over a cardboard sea, but it wouldn't be make-
believe if you believed in me." This enduring
jazz standard from the 1930s is a great song of
friendship and support, set in an arrangement
specifically designed for younger voices with
both unison and easy part-singing opportunities.
11424807 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.50
11424808 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Jungle Jam—Sharon Burch & Rosana
Eckert. Experience jazz in your classroom and
performances with this swingin' original tune
especially crafted for younger voices. The music,
accompaniment, vocal arrangements, and
recording are authentic and true to jazz using
a New Orleans second line groove. Movement
suggestions are included as well as notes for
learning musical concepts including scat singing.
A great introduction to the jazz genre!
11500444 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . ME 2.35
Keep on the Sunny Side—J. Howard
Entwisele/arr. John Maclane Schirard. This
jazzy reimagining of a classic Americana tune
is guaranteed to bring some extra light into your
concert with its cheerful, optimistic message.
Rich ballad sections are contrasted by an up-
tempo swing refrain, complete with a walking
bass line. With exciting harmonies and easy-to-
sing vocal lines, this song is a great introduction
to tight harmonies with a wonderful payoff!
11510881 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.75
Little Bitty Pretty One—Robert Byrd/arr. Kirby
Shaw. You'll love singing this upbeat, swing-
style choral arrangement of one of the best-
loved songs of the '50s. Perfect for show choirs
or pop concerts, this is sure to be a hit for mixed
or tenor-bass choirs alike. Add the combo parts
or use the track for a more authentic sound!
11560301 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.50
11560302 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11562777E Instrumental Parts ePrint . .56.40
Love's Old Sweet Song—James Lyman
Molloy/arr. Derric Johnson. A classic love song
that has appeared in numerous movies and
been performed by countless artists including
Bing Crosby, this romantic song arranged
for the Voices of Liberty will find a warm
nostalgic home at any concert. The a cappella
arrangement is timeless, with enchanting jazz
harmonies that stay mostly in four parts but
occasionally expand.
11566924 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.75
Ol' Man River (from Show Boat"")—Jerome
Kern/arr. Derric Johnson. As performed by
Disney's Voices of Liberty, this arrangement
of a classic "Show Boat" tune introduces
a show-stopping moment with a stunning
bass solo that is sure to captivate and awe
any audience. Skillfully weaving together
intricate harmonies, it showcases the deep
resonance of the bass solo against a rich
choral backdrop, creating a concert moment
that is powerful and unforgettable.
11566930 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . MA 2.75
Old MacDonald Had a Farm—arr. Derric
Johnson. Need a hilarious change-of-pace
novelty number for your concert? This is it! An
a cappella setting of the traditional children's
song everyone knows that was specially
crafted for Disney's Voices of Liberty, this
is easily learned and can be very effectively
performed. Each group member gets an animal
noise, and some acting is required if you really
want to get them laughing!
11510885 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.75
On a Clear Day (You Can See Forever)—
Burton Lane/arr. Kirby Shaw. Set as a samba,
this arrangement of Lerner & Lane's show
tune is truly unique! A slower opening section
gives way to the quicker samba rhythm in a
way that really sets up the texture. Despite
the brisk tempo, held notes lock on tight vocal
jazz chords, and a few staggered entrances in
the layered bridge provide additional harmonic
interest. Instrumental parts for horns and
rhythm are available separately.
11566023 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.45
11566024 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.45
11566025 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.45
11566026 CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
11566028 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .30.00
Poor Wayfaring Stranger—arr. Mark Hayes.
Highlighting the weight of the lyrics with a
gospel feel and bluesy sonorities, this popular
American folk song has never sounded so
unique. The stylized arrangement includes
echoed choral entrances as well as some fully
harmonized divisi. The piano accompaniment
and optional rhythm section parts add a sense
of soulfulness.
11564475 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
11564476 SSAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
11564478 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
11564477 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .20.00
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