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(!) indicates that the song is copyrighted, and must be ordered from the
Barbershop Harmony Society.
AND
THE ANGELS SING (!) A Johnny Mercer favorite in a lightly swinging
style. BHS Catalog #203059.
CALIFORNIA
DREAMIN' (!) Great hit for the Mamas and Papas in the 60's. Features new
lyrics for the haunting flute solo. BHS Catalog #203387.
CHRISTMAS STAYS THE SAME (!)
A very lyrical and heartwarming
ballad recorded by the wonderful Linda Eder. Lush arrangement, excellent
for large choruses. BHS Catalog #114074. Learning
tracks available from Tim Waurick, http://www.timtracks.com
CHRISTMAS
WALTZ (!) Written by Sammy Kahn and Jule Styne, you'll probably
remember it sung by Karen Carpenter. This arrangement is for eight-part mixed
chorus. BHS Catalog #203136.
DAYDREAM
MEDLEY (!) "What a Day for a Daydream" and
"Daydream Believer" make a delightful medley. Learning tracks by Gary
Lewis, http://www.garylewispress.com
FOOLS RUSH IN
(!) Another Johnny Mercer classic, a big hit for Frank Sinatra in
1947. BHS Catalog #203058. Learning tracks by Shawn Thomas, http://www.sgtproductions.com
GOODBYE
YELLOW BRICK ROAD (!) Great Elton John song from 1973. BHS Catalog
#202050. Learning tracks by Tim Waurick, http://www.timtracks.com
HERE
COMES THE SUN (!) Arranged by the great Bob Shami and myself, with
learning tracks by Tony De Rosa,
advocals@mac.com or
Shawn Thomas, http://www.sgtproductions.com. BHS
Catalog #205664.
HONESTY (!) The
poignant, heart-wrenching song by Billy Joel in a sensitive lead solo
arrangement. BHS Catalog #203679.
I HEAR MUSIC (!)
This straight-ahead swinger from the big band era makes a
great show opener. Recorded by Saturday Evening Post on their 3rd Edition CD.
BHS Catalog #113868.
I’D
GIVE A DOLLAR FOR A DIME (!) From 1953, a laid-back and nostalgic ballad
about how an old song on a jukebox can bring back such sweet memories. BHS
Catalog #200127. Learning tracks by Tony De Rosa, advocals@mac.com
IF I
HAD YOU (!) Another
cool, swinging arrangement of a great old standard. BHS Catalog #201008.
Learning tracks by Gary Lewis, http://www.garylewispress.com
JAZZ
ME BLUES This classic Dixieland number makes an excellent contest
song in this exciting new arrangement! Learning tracks by Tim Waurick, http://www.timtracks.com
JINGLE BELLS
(!) The delightful Kay Thompson version recorded by Andy Williams on his
1963 Christmas album. This exciting 8-part arrangement is a triumph of
pedal-to-the-metal rhythmic
energy! Will be available from Harmony Marketplace January 2013.
JUST
BETWEEN OLD FRIENDS An original
inspired by my impressions of the 2002
International Convention, this is an eloquent expression of the camaraderie and
the joy in music that we share. This sensitive ballad makes a good closing
number for shows and afterglows. It has been adopted by several District QCA Choruses. Learning tracks by Tim Waurick, http://www.timtracks.com
JUST ONCE
AGAIN An original love song, very sweet and heartwarming.
Excellent contest ballad! Download a preview copy at www.box.com/s/jqn66ul9nt5w7u01i0s2m486ruvn6k4p
MILES AND MILES OF TEXAS (!)
A little boot-scootin' music from Asleep at the Wheel! BHS Catalog
#201999. Learning tracks by Shawn Thomas, http://www.sgtproductions.com
SON OF MAN
(!) From the hit Disney move
"Tarzan", with music by Phil Collins. BHS Catalog #200716.
SUMMER WIND
(!) Another great Johnny Mercer song, and another big hit for Ol' Blue Eyes.
BHS Catalog #203057.
TAKE THE
A TRAIN (!) My passion for jazz is obvious in this wild and wacky
rendition of the classic Duke Ellington / Billy Strayhorn tune.
Features scat solos for everybody! BHS Catalog #202992. Learning tracks by Shawn
Thomas, http://www.sgtproductions.com
TAPS Yes,
the bugle call! This haunting arrangement is ideal for Memorial Day or any
military-related program. Special price, only $40, and includes unlimited
copies.
TARZAN MEDLEY
(!) Includes "You'll Be In My
Heart", "Trashin' the Camp", and "Son of Man". BHS
Catalog #200723.
THAT'S ALL (!)
This
arrangement is based on the beautiful Michael Buble' rendition. BHS Catalog
#114499
THE CANDY MAN
(!) From Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. BHS Catalog #202460.
THE MOST
WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR (!) Andy Williams' beloved
Christmas classic in a brilliant 8-part arrangement!
THE SONG
IS YOU (!) One of most intriguing songs from the golden era, this Jerome
Kern classic has been a favorite vehicle of jazz musicians for many decades. It
now comes to life again in this swinging big-band-style arrangement. Learning
tracks by Shawn Thomas, http://www.sgtproductions.com
THE STAR-SPANGLED BANNER
A spectacular arrangement for men's chorus with symphony orchestra, ideal
for any patriotic occasion. Can also be sung a cappella. This arrangement
was premiered in the 2008 Summer Concert Series by the Kalamazoo Symphony and
Barbershop Chorus.
THE WATER IS WIDE
A poignant
traditional Gaelic folk song in a lush modern setting. Learning
tracks available from Tim Waurick, http://www.timtracks.com or
Gary Lewis, http://www.garylewispress.com
THEY CALL THE WIND
MARIAH (!) This brilliant arrangement
will be a highlight on any show! BHS Catalog #202224 (Men) or 202912 (Women).
Learning
tracks for men's version by Daniel Gillis at www.VocalHarmonies.com
or Shawn Thomas, http://www.sgtproductions.com
TRASHIN'
THE CAMP (!) From the hit Disney movie "Tarzan",
with music by Phil Collins. BHS Catalog #200717.
YOU'LL
BE IN MY HEART (!) From the hit Disney movie "Tarzan",
with music by Phil Collins. BHS Catalog #200718.
WALTZ FOR
DEBBY (!) A beautiful jazz standard by the great pianist Bill Evans.
Will touch the heart of any dad who's ever had a little girl. BHS Catalog
#114568. Recorded by Realtime on their "ain't that a
kick" CD.