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156 Editors' Choice New Basic Library Large Print Edition A Cappella Available via ePrint Downloadable All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision Vocal Jazz Love Is Here to Stay—George Gershwin/arr. Kirby Shaw. A staple in the Great American Songbook, this stylish arrangement with flowing lines and engaging vocal textures highlights both the tenderness and the playful spirit of this enduring standard. Featured in movies such as "The Goldwyn Follies" and "When Harry Met Sally," it is a vocal jazz standard that can be enjoyed by high school, community, or collegiate ensembles. 11686597 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50 11686598 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50 11686599 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50 Moon River (from "Breakfast at Tiffany's")—Henry Mancini/arr. David von Kampen. Winning an Academy Award for Best Original Song as well as Grammys for Song of the Year and Record of the Year, this has become a timeless classic since its appearance in the 1962 film "Breakfast at Tiffany's." Crafted for the Oakwood Aeolians, this concert arrangement is a rich tapestry of lush jazz harmonies and emotional depth. 11620665 SATB divisi . . . . . . MA 2.65 The Nearness of You (from "Romance in the Dark")—Hoagy Carmichael/arr. Tripp Carter. Hoagy Carmichael's familiar hit from the movie "Romance in the Dark" receives a rich, jazz-inspired setting for more mature mixed choirs in this arrangement commissioned by the Oakwood Aeolians. Fresh chord structures and accessible vocals allow performance with strictly four parts, while optional divisi expand vocal options for larger ensembles. 11671074 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50 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 to developing mixed or treble choirs. 10980653 Three-Part Mixed . ME 2.75 10980650 Two-Part . . . . . . . . ME 2.50 11001809 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 Orange Colored Sky—Milton Delugg & Willie Stein/arr. Kirby Shaw. "Flash! Bam! Alakazam!" Vocal jazzers will love the fall- offs, slides, tight harmonies, and rapid-fire triplets in this arrangement of the Great American Songbook standard. Two brief notated solos sound improvised over the hip changes at the turnaround. Famously recorded by Nat King Cole, this classic tune can also be performed with a trumpet, sax, and rhythm combo! 11393337 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10 11393338 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10 11393339 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10 11393340 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99 11393341 Instrumental Parts. . . 30.00 Rainbow Connection (from "The Muppet Movie")—Paul Williams & Kenny Ascher/arr. Tripp Carter. Deemed culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant by the Library of Congress, this beloved song from "The Muppet Movie" is presented in an absolutely gorgeous vocal jazz arrangement. As performed by the Davidson Chorale at the 2025 ACDA National Conference, it features exquisite a cappella jazz harmonies and a solo in the middle section. A stunning choice for more advanced choirs! 11613422 SATB divisi . . . . . . MA 2.50 Route 66—Bobby Troup/arr. Roger Emerson. With a laid-back swing feel and some simple ensemble scat singing, this is ideal for beginning vocal jazz groups in middle or high school. The helpful performance notes on the opening page will give your students the basics of the style as they learn to sing this classic jazz tune. A great way to get started singing vocal jazz! 11680315 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50 3301050 Three-Part Mixed . ME 2.50 3301048 Two-Part . . . . . . . . ME 2.50 10025172 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15 3301049 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99 Royal Garden Blues—Clarence Williams & Spencer Williams/arr. Tripp Carter. Especially designed to be accessible to middle school singers, this arrangement of the popular jazz standard from the Great American Songbook highlights its playful quality. It's a great piece for teaching about the blues and exploring the style with your developing choir. 11674835 Three-Part Mixed . ME 2.25 11674836 Two-Part . . . . . . . . ME 2.25 Sing, Sing, Sing—Louis Prima/arr. Mark Brymer. Here is one of the most famous tunes from the big band era in a contemporary vocal jazz/show choir setting. This is an extraordinary feature, especially when you use the hot horns- and-rhythm backup on the recorded accompaniment track! 10455127 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75 10455128 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75 10455129 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25 10455130 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 10455131E Instrumental Parts ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.50 Sir Duke—Stevie Wonder/arr. Paul Langford. Here's Stevie Wonder's 1977 hit song like you've never heard it before! Tight and rhythmically precise harmonies set this arrangement up in an a cappella setting that will appeal to vocal jazz and a cappella groups. Reminiscent of Take 6's style, these jazzy vocables will challenge your singers and thrill your audience. 11198941 SATB divisi . . . . . . MA 2.75 Smile—arr. Roger Emerson. Charlie Chaplin's timeless classic is presented in an arrangement that's just right for young, developing choirs. The harmonies are smooth and will sing easily with an emphasis on phrasing and line. Students and audiences alike will appreciate this song and its uplifting message. 11378529 Three-Part Mixed . . . E 2.50 11378530 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . E 2.50 So Easy (To Fall in Love)—arr. Alan Billingsley. Olivia Dean, winner of the 2026 Grammy Award for Best New Artist, took the world by storm with this soulful, sunny track about the joy of an uncomplicated romance. With a laid-back aesthetic, it's a blend of bossa nova and modern neo-soul styles featuring effortless choral harmonies and readable rhythms that make it so easy to sing for groups of all levels. 11677113 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75 11677114 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75 11677115 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75 11677116 Accompaniment CD . 29.99 11677118E Instrumental Parts ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32.10 So Many Stars—Alan Bergman, Marilyn Bergman & Sergio Mendes/arr. Emily Crocker. Float into a night sky of sound with this dreamlike arrangement of a 1967 song with lush harmonies and a magical atmosphere. The creative harmonies on this bossa nova shimmer with velvety jazz textures and a gentle swing. It's a unique and beautiful concert choice for mixed or treble choirs. 11642001 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.75 11642002 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.75 The Song is Ended—Irving Berlin/arr. Blake R. Mitchell. Irving Berlin's timeless standard from the Great American Songbook comes alive in this stylish arrangement for more advanced treble choirs or vocal jazz groups. The smooth vocal-jazz style and playful energy make it a standout choice for high school, community or collegiate ensembles looking to bring variety and flair to their concert. 11674846 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25 Spread A Little Happiness—arr. Mac Huff. Ideal for beginning jazz or concert choirs, this arrangement of the 1929 swing song encourages one and all to care for others even when days are difficult. The swing feel provides a happy-go-lucky style highlighting the song's positive message, and the parts have been carefully designed to be easily learned. 11596552 Three-Part Mixed . ME 2.50 11596553 Two-Part . . . . . . . . ME 2.50 The Star-Spangled Banner—John Stafford Smith/arr. Derric Johnson. As performed for over 40 years by the Voices of Liberty at the America Pavilion in Disney's Epcot theme park, this sparkling arrangement of the national anthem features rich divisi harmonies and powerful expression. Perfect for patriotic ceremonies, sporting events, and general concert use, its soaring lines and dynamic contrasts make it both a challenge and a joy to perform. 11611487 SATB divisi . . . . . . . .M 2.75 Stardust—Hoagy Carmichael/arr. Russell Robinson. Among the most beloved standards of the Great American Songbook, this Hoagy Carmichael tune has retained its unique bittersweet charm for the better part of a century. Faithful to the poignant mood of the original ballad, this a cappella vocal jazz arrangement is both nostalgic and harmonically fresh. 11642003 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . MA 2.50 Stompin' at the Savoy—Edgar Sampson/ arr. Kirby Shaw. Swinging with infectious energy, this arrangement brings the golden age of jazz to life with vibrant rhythms and rich, extended harmonies. Blending classic style with exciting vocalese and playful textures, this dynamic and crowd- pleasing showcase is perfect for school and community choirs alike. 11686616 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50 11686617 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50 11686618 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50 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! 1407584 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65 1657915 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65 3701799 Two-Part . . . . . . . . ME 2.50 3130291 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65 3130309 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95 1657907 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99 1416189 Instrumental Parts. . . 30.00 Thank you for helping us reach our 150-year milestone! YEARS OF MUSIC S I N C E 1 8 7 6

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