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Choral and Vocal Arrangements of The Blues

Rooted in African-American spirituals the blues are a uniquely American musical genre.

Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media

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Alan Billingsley : Briefcase Full of Blues : Showtrax CD : 884088325268 : 08202369

Alan Billingsley : Briefcase Full of Blues

From their founding in 1978 as part of a Saturday Night Live sketch, the duo known as the Blues Brothers has been an ongoing musical phenomenon. Enjoy 8 minutes of non-stop entertainment with this medley featuring their songs, including: I Can't Turn You Loose, Soul Man, I Got Everything I Need, Do You Love Me. Available separately: SATB, SAB, TTBB, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt1, tpt2, tsx, tbn, barsx, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 6:25.

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Performed by The Blues Brothers | 4791p | Showtrax CD | $49.95


B.B. King : The Best of B.B. King : Solo : Songbook : 884088473655 : 1423490436 : 00307115

B.B. King : The Best of B.B. King

Two dozen of B.B.'s bluesy best! Includes: Ask Me No Questions - Everyday I Have the Blues - I Need You So Bad - Paying the Cost to Be the Boss - Riding with the King - The Thrill Is Gone - Woke up This Morning - You Upset Me Baby - and more.

Songlist: Chains And Things, Nobody Loves Me But My Mother, Please Accept My Love, Sweet Sixteen, You Upset Me Baby, Woke Up This Morning, Ain't Nobody Home, I Need You So Bad, Beautician Blues, Hummingbird, How Blue Can You Get, Ask Me No Questions, Cryin' Won't Help You, Every Day I Have The Blues, Gambler's Blues, Help The Poor, Paying The Cost To Be The Boss, Rock Me Baby, Sweet Little Angel, The Thrill Is Gone, Why I Sing The Blues, Riding With The King, Be Careful With A Fool, Three O'Clock Blues

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Voicing: Solo | Performed by B.B. King | 40246b | Songbook | $17.95 | PVG


Bessie Smith : Bessie Smith Songbook : Solo : Songbook : 073999082326 : 0793532736 : 00308232

Bessie Smith : Bessie Smith Songbook

This 38-song book is a tribute to the work of Bessie Smith, unquestionably the greatest of the vaudeville blues singers. Includes a biography, discography, lots of photos, and classic songs like: After You've Gone - Baby Doll - Baby, Won't You Please Come Home - Cake Walking Babies - Gimme A Pigfoot - A Good Man Is Hard To Find - Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out - and more.

Songlist: Baby Doll, Backwater Blues, Blue Blues, Cake Walking Babies From Home, Dirty No-Gooder's Blues, Down In The Dumps, Foolish Man Blues, Gimme A Pigfoot And A Bottle Of Beer, Hard Time Blues, In The House Blues, It Makes My Love Come Down, Long Road, Lost Your Head Blues, Pickpocket Blues, Poor Man's Blues, Preachin' The Blues, Reckless Blues, Rocking Chair Blues, Safety Mamma, See If I'll Care, Shipwreck Blues, Standin' In The Rain Blues, Take Me For A Buggy Ride, Wasted Life Blues, Young Woman's Blues, New Orleans Hop Scop Blues, After You've Gone, Baby, Won't You Please Come Home, A Good Man Is Hard To Find, Down Hearted Blues, and more

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Voicing: Solo | Performed by Bessie Smith | 40242b | Songbook | $21.95


Billie Holiday : Lady Sings the Blues : Solo : Songbook : 073999572025 : 0793524458 : 00357202

Billie Holiday : Lady Sings the Blues

18 hits featuring 'The Man I Love,' 'Lover, Come Back to Me' and 'Body and Soul.'

Songlist: Easy Living, Body And Soul, Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man, Don't Explain, Easy To Love (You'd Be So Easy To Love), Embraceable You, God Bless' The Child, I Cover The Waterfront, Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?), Lover, Come Back To Me, The Man I Love, My Man (Mon Homme), Nice Work If You Can Get It, Night And Day, Strange Fruit, Tain't Nobody's Biz-ness If I Do, Them There Eyes, What Is This Thing Called Love?

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Voicing: Solo | Performed by Billie Holiday | 40117b | Songbook | $17.95 ON SALE $12.95 | PVG


Bob Stoloff : Blues Scatitudes : Scat : Songbook & 1 CD : 752187431114 : 1930080018 : 14004707

Bob Stoloff : Blues Scatitudes

This awesome follow-up to the popular book Scat!, Blues Scatitudes is packed full of vocal improvisation techniques on the Blues. Focuses on blues solos in variety of contemporary grooves, while also covering syllable articulation, accents and ties, Blues etudes, and more.

Songlist: Musical Terms, Scat Syllables, Using Accents, Major and Pentatonic Scales, The Blues Scale, Eight Blues Scatitudes

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Voicing: Scat | 6315b | Songbook & 1 CD | $25.95 ON SALE $24.95


Carl Strommen : The Birth of the Blues : Showtrax CD : 038081267241  : 00-25235

Carl Strommen : The Birth of the Blues

This Broadway hit of 1926, from the great songwriting team of DeSylva, Brown and Henderson, has also been featured in numerous Hollywood motion pictures. Carl's creative arrangement captures all the jazzy nuances to maintain the original feel that has helped to make this tune a blockbuster among Broadway standards. Programming possibilities abound!

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5677p | Showtrax CD | $22.95


Carol Rodgers / Masta Edwards : Blues Vocals : Solo : DVD : 654979086284  : 00-908103

Carol Rodgers / Masta Edwards : Blues Vocals

Develop your blues style and phrasing using the blues scale, major pentatonic scale, call & response, expand your blues style and phrasing and write and sing your own blues. Sing along with BB King, Albert Collins, Robben Ford and many more! Instructors Carol Rogers and Masta Edwards do an excellent job in hosting these informative programs and will be of great assisiatnce to aspiring blues singers. This DVD contains Vocal Basics One and Two, with Blues Vocals One and Two.Total running time of 135 min.

Songlist: Correct Breathing and Mouth Position, Vowel Exercises: The Key to Developing Vocal Control, How To Find Your Vocal Range, How To Use Your Technique in Different Styles, Exercises for Extending Your Vocal Range, "Chest Voice" and "Head Voice", Ways To Interpret a Melody and Make the Lyrics Come Alive, Vocal Maintainance: Taking Care of Your Voice, The Blues Scale: The Traditional Sound of the Blues, The Major Pentatonic Scale: The Sweeter Side of the Blues, Call-And-Response: The Basic Method of Blues Phrasing, Expand Your Blues Style and Phrasing, Write and Swing Your Own Blues, Sing Along With B.B. King, Albert Collins, and Robben Ford

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Voicing: Solo | 6155dvd | DVD | $19.95


David Lantz III : The Chorus Room Blues : Showtrax CD : 038081551517  : 00-48328

David Lantz III : The Chorus Room Blues

Some days, you just gotta sing the blues---even in the chorus room! This tongue-in-cheek chart is a great tool for teaching jazz style. Extensive instructions for optional scat singing (on pentatonic and blues scales) provide a framework for vocal improvisation. If you've got a rhythm section handy, be sure to check out the optional SoundPax!

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1312p | Showtrax CD | $29.95


Dr. John : Dr. John Sheet Music Anthology : Solo : Songbook : 888680747640 : 1540027473 : 00276723

Dr. John : Dr. John Sheet Music Anthology

17 classic songs as played by this legendary New Orleans jazz/blues singer and pianist, including: Bring Your Own Along - Down in New Orleans - Gris-Gris Gumbo Ya Ya - I Walked on Gilded Splinters - Iko Iko - Mama Roux - Right Place, Wrong Time - Such a Night - and more.

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Voicing: Solo | Performed by Dr. John | 11378b | Songbook | $19.95 | PVG


Gaye Adegbalola : Learn To Sing The Blues : Solo : DVD : 884088008529 : 1597730998 : 00641922

Gaye Adegbalola : Learn To Sing The Blues

Here'ss a vocal workshop that will help bring your blues songs to life! W. C. Handy Award-winner Gaye Adegbalola has identified 17 key points to help a singer put his or her song across. As she puts it: "My mission is give you some ideas to help you relay a story... lay your soul bare... share an experience... say aloud what others feel deep inside." In an engaging and powerful session, Gaye shares the singing techniques that she has gleaned from a lifetime of performing. She provides important tips on how to communicate with an audience, and performs more than a dozen traditional and original songs. Her instruction in breathing, vibrato, the "growl", the octave slur, imaging, shading, squeezing notes and other tricks of the trade" will add color and flavor to all your blues renditions. For all levels. 80 minutes.

Songlist: Intro, Personalize Your Song, Phrasing, Energy, Breathing, "Meet Me With Your Black Drawers on", "Hear Me Talkin' To Ya", "Down Home Blues", The Growl, Repertoire, Squeezing Notes, "Life Goes On", "Dirty Sheet Blues", Dialoging, "Blues in the House", Octave Slur, "Sweet Black Angel", Imaging, Breathiness, Shading, Tempo, Correct Key, "XCold Pizza and Warm Beer"

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Voicing: Solo | 6296dvd | DVD | $29.95


George L. O. Strid : Kazoos 'n' Shoes Blues : Showtrax CD : 654979061571  : 00-SVM03095CD

George L. O. Strid : Kazoos 'n' Shoes Blues

A wonderful novelty selection from the team of Mary Donnelly and George L.O. Strid that is sure to get your audiences to participate in the fun making. Bring on the kazoos and you'll have 'em clappin', stompin' and singin' along. Musical fun at its best!

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1313p | Showtrax CD | $21.95


Judy Niemack : Exploring the Blues : Solo : 01 Book & 2 CDs : 884088594459 : 1458412032 : 00230106

Judy Niemack : Exploring the Blues

Hear It and Sing It! Exploring the Blues is an effective tool for learning to sing and improvise on blues. Designed for people who love to sing, as well as for students and teachers in vocal jazz programs, it includes a step-by-step approach to learning blues lyrics, forms, harmony, scales and improvisation, with a brand new repertoire of songs. Vocal examples followed by accompaniment-only tracks make learning easy and enjoyable. New songs include lyrics added to compositions by jazz greats Dexter Gordon (plus lyrics to his solo), Johnny Griffin, Gigi Gryce, Julian Priester and Norman Simmons as well as compositions by Judy Niemack and Sheila Jordan. The book includes: blues forms, scales and harmony; transcriptions of exercises and improvised solos; accurate lead sheets for 14 contemporary blues songs; examples of 12 different blues forms; scat syllables; blues riffs; "Voices in Blues" history chapter; Listening and repertoire suggestions. The CDs include: 14 songs and exercises sung by Judy Niemack, Sheila Jordan, Mark Murphy and Darmon Meader; "Hear It and Sing It" blues warm-ups, riffs, scales and harmony; recordings of each song featuring vocal plus accompaniment-only; exciting accompaniment tracks by top New York City jazz musicians; and more.

Songlist: Getting Started with the Blues, A Shot of Blues Juice, The Lyric Form, Call and Response in Blues Lyrics, Learning to Improvise, Four Steps to Singing Blues Changes, Basic Blues Workout, Scales to Know, Blues Scale, Scat Syllables, Pronunciation Guise for Scat Syllables, Blues Riffs anf Riff Blues, Jamming with Darmon Meader, Minor Blues, Soloing on Minor Blues, Trading twos with Sheila Jordan, Jazz Blues Progessions, Singing the Changes, Jazz Blues Workout, Bird Blues, Guide Tones, Blues Scale on Standards, Blues wtih a Bridge, Vocalese Blues, Odd-Meter Blues, Chromatic Melody Blues, Simultaneous Improvising, Voice in Blue

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Voicing: Solo | 7818b | Book & 2 CDs | $24.95


Kirby Shaw : Every Day I Have the Blues : Showtrax CD : 888680908102 : 00287800

Kirby Shaw : Every Day I Have the Blues

Possibly one of the top ten blues songs ever written and recorded by countless legends including Joe Williams and B.B. King, here is a swinging arrangement for beginning vocal jazz ensembles. Three optional scat solos are included at the back of the octavo to help your singers get their Be to Bop.

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1224p | Showtrax CD | $26.95


Kirby Shaw : Teach Me The Blues - Parts CD : Voicetrax CD : 884088000004 : 08745128

Kirby Shaw : Teach Me The Blues - Parts CD

Your choir will love singin' the Blues with this fun and educational swingin' original. Learn about the Blues scale blue notes chords riffs and more. Available separately: 2-Part 3-Part Mixed and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 1:30.

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2009p | Voicetrax CD | $22.95


Kirby Shaw : Portrait in Blue : Showtrax CD : 038081266527  : 00-25160

Kirby Shaw : Portrait in Blue

Kirby Shaw has crafted an extraordinary medley of three "blue" songs: "Birth of the Blues," "Am I Blue?," and "Blues in the Night." It swings, it sings, and it showcases three great songs from the golden age of American songwriting.

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5664p | Showtrax CD | $22.95


Kirby Shaw : Blues Back to Back : Showtrax CD : 038081512563  : 00-45517

Kirby Shaw : Blues Back to Back

This combination of two blockbusters from the golden age of American songwriters is filled with all the jazzy nuances needed to maintain that original appeal. Use the SoundTrax CD or a live combo to really make them shine!

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5911p | Showtrax CD | $29.95


Roger Emerson : Worried Man Blues : Voicetrax CD : 884088793975 : 00109732

Roger Emerson : Worried Man Blues

Contemporary harmonies support the well-crafted vocals on this classic from America's folk revival era. The subtle style change between the verse and refrain adds interest. Great for a beginning male chorus! Available separately: TB, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00. Discovery Level 2.

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2325p | Voicetrax CD | $26.99


Ruth Morris Gray : Christmas Shopping Blues : SSA : Showtrax CD : 884088539696 : 35027774

Ruth Morris Gray : Christmas Shopping Blues

This jazzy number is perfect for your women as a novelty piece. Strong thee-part harmony, sassy vocal slides, and an optional trumpet set the mood for Christmas shopping and all the craziness of the gift-giving season. Available separately: SSA, Trumpet; StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:53.

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Voicing: SSA | 2509p | Showtrax CD | $26.95


Various : The Best Blues Songs Ever : Solo : Songbook : 884088658274 : 1458465608 : 00312874

Various : The Best Blues Songs Ever

Over 70 amazing songs

Songlist: At Last, Cryin' Time, Fever, Hound Dog, I'm Your Hoochie Coochie Man, Kansas City, Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out, Pride and Joy, Stormy Weather (Keeps Rainin' All the Time), The Thrill Is Gone, West End Blues, ...and scores more!

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Voicing: Solo | 7918b | Songbook | $19.95


Various : Blues & Soul Christmas : Solo : Songbook : 884088256425 : 1423456823 : 00311770

Various : Blues & Soul Christmas

22 blues and soul favorites, including: Baby, It's Cold Outside - Back Door Santa - Blue Christmas - Dig That Santa Claus - Jingle All the Way - Lonesome Christmas - Nuttin' for Christmas - Santa Baby - T'was Love - 'Zat You, Santa Claus? - and more.

Songlist: Christmas (Baby Please Come Home), Please Come Home For Christmas, Jingle All The Way, Boogie Woogie Santa Claus, This Christmas, Baby, It's Cold Outside, Merry Christmas, Baby, Back Door Santa, 'Zat You, Santa Claus?, Christmas Blues, Blue Christmas, All Alone On Christmas, Gettin' In The Mood (For Christmas), Dig That Crazy Santa Claus, Gee Whiz, It's Christmas, Swingin' Them Jingle Bells, Lonesome Christmas, Soulful Christmas, T'was Love, I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm, Nuttin' For Christmas, Santa Baby

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Voicing: Solo | 40248b | Songbook | $12.95 | PVG


Various Arrangers : The Big Book of Blues : Solo : Songbook : 884088309176 : 1423467876 : 00311843

Various Arrangers : The Big Book of Blues

80 of the all-time best blues tunes in one jam-packed collection!

Songlist: Ain't Nobody's Business (If I Do), As The Years Go Passing By, Baby Please Don't Go, Before You Accuse Me (Take A Look At Yourself), Big Boss Man, Blues Before Sunrise, The Blues Is Alright, Blues With A Feeling, Born Under A Bad Sign, Bourgeois Blues, Bright Lights, Big City, Caldonia (What Makes Your Big Head So Hard?), Catfish Blues, Cheaper To Keep Her, Come On In My Kitchen, Crazy Blues, Crosscut Saw, Dimples, Early In The Mornin', Easy Baby, Everyday I Have The Blues, Flip, Flop, And Fly, Forty-Four, Further On Up The Road, Gangster Of Love, Going Down Slow, Good Morning Little School Girl, Got My Mojo Workin, Have You Ever Loved A Woman, Hi-Heel Sneakers, and more

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Voicing: Solo | 5175b | Songbook | $19.95


Individual Folios

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A Sunday Kind of Love : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Louis Prima : Songbook : 08202414 : 884088328986

Kirby Shaw : A Sunday Kind of Love

This bluesy standard, recorded by jazz greats Etta James, Dinah Washington and more, will be a perfect vehicle for displaying your group's soulful style. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo part available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:30.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Louis Prima

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.80 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08202414 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA, SSA, SATB, SAB


Ain't No Grave : SATB : David Angerman : Molly Skaggs : Bethel Worship : Sheet Music : 00319883 : 888680973384

David Angerman : Ain't No Grave

A powerful blues-driven song instills the hope of everlasting life into the heart of the believer. The style is raw and the message defiant, conveying the confidence that is ours in the resurrected Christ. With a steady crescendo of purpose and praise, this is an effective declaration of faith for the modern church.

Arranger: David Angerman | Composer: Molly Skaggs Performed By: Bethel Worship

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00319883 | Digital Version Available| Choirtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB


Basin Street Blues : SATB : Moses Hogan : Spencer Williams  : Sheet Music : 08740660 : 073999216783 : 0634079166

Moses Hogan : Basin Street Blues

Available separately: the first time in print, this skilled arrangement was written early in Hogan's career. Showcase a great soloist and your choir on your next concert. Performance Time: Approx. 5:00.

Arranger: Moses Hogan | Composer: Spencer Williams

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.70 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08740660


Basin Street Blues : SAB : Tom Anderson : Spencer Williams  : Louis Armstrong : Sheet Music : 08748341 : 884088219277

Tom Anderson : Basin Street Blues

Recorded by American jazz legend, Louis Armstrong, here is a great teaching tool for introducing blues styles to your younger choirs. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:25.

Arranger: Tom Anderson | Composer: Spencer Williams Performed By: Louis Armstrong

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $1.80 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08748341 | Voicetrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part


Body and Soul : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Johnny Green : The Manhattan Transfer : Sheet Music : 08754094 : 884088624873

Kirby Shaw : Body and Soul

Two legends combined in this duet with Tony Bennett and Amy Winehouse in the final recording made before her death in 2011. Adapted for jazz choirs, this setting retains the bluesy, ballad quality of their popular recording. Available separately SATB, SAB, SSA and ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available as digital download (vibes, syn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:10.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Johnny Green Performed By: The Manhattan Transfer

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.90 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08754094 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA, SSA, SAB, SATB


Briefcase Full of Blues : SAB : Alan Billingsley : The Blues Brothers : Sheet Music : 08202366 : 884088325244

Alan Billingsley : Briefcase Full of Blues

From their founding in 1978 as part of a Saturday Night Live sketch, the duo known as the Blues Brothers has been an ongoing musical phenomenon. Enjoy 8 minutes of non-stop entertainment with this medley featuring their songs, including: I Can't Turn You Loose, Soul Man, I Got Everything I Need, Do You Love Me. Available separately: SATB, SAB, TTBB, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt1, tpt2, tsx, tbn, barsx, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 6:25.

Arranger: Alan Billingsley Performed By: The Blues Brothers | TV/Movie: The Blues Brothers

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.95 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08202366 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SATB, TTBB, SATB, TTBB,


Change The World : SAB : Mark Brymer : Tommy Sims : Sheet Music : 08200696 : 073999064384

Mark Brymer : Change The World

This bluesy Eric Clapton chart hit has great appeal! Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:55.

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composers: Tommy Sims and Gordon Kennedy

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.65 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08200696
Other Voicings: SATB


Change The World : SATB divisi : Mac Huff : Tommy Sims : Eric Clapton : Sheet Music : 08201870 : 884088023928

Mac Huff : Change The World

Classic Eric Clapton! This bluesy a cappella doo-wop setting has a great message and is easy to learn. A great pop or jazz choir feature.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composers: Tommy Sims and Gordon Kennedy Performed By: Eric Clapton

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Voicing: SATB divisi | Sheet Music | $2.15 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08201870 | Digital Version Available
Other Voicings: TTBB, TTBB


Coo-Coo Bird : SSAA : Robyn Lana : Sheet Music : SBMP1222 : 608938360069

Robyn Lana : Coo-Coo Bird

A bluesy piano accompaniment and well-orchestrated finger snaps drive this cool setting of the American folksong. The marriage of traditional African work song, hammer swinging included, and ballad text from the British Isles make this arrangement a unique delight for both performers and audiences.

Arranger: Robyn Lana | Country: United States

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Voicing: SSAA | Sheet Music | $2.10 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| SBMP1222


Cruella De Vil : SATB : Kirby Shaw : George Bruns : 101 Dalmations : Sheet Music : 08741003 : 073999122961

Kirby Shaw : Cruella De Vil

This bluesy feature from Disney's animated hit movie 101 Dalmatians is just doggone fun to sing! Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: George Bruns | Musical: 101 Dalmations

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08741003
Other Voicings: 2-Part


Cry Me a River : SATB : Jay Althouse : Arthur Hamilton : Ella Fitzgerald : Sheet Music : 00-41821 : 038081469010

Jay Althouse : Cry Me a River

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

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-41821 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA, TBB


Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Sheet Music : 08711510 : 884088068417

Kirby Shaw : Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans

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

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.30 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08711510 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA


Ev'rybody Wants to Be a Cat : 2-Part : Cristi Cary Miller : The Aristocats : Sheet Music : 08742314 : 073999423143

Cristi Cary Miller : Ev'rybody Wants to Be a Cat

With its bluesy accompaniment, this 2-part setting of the cute song from Walt Disney's The Aristocats will be purrrr-fectly wonderful to perform! Available: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:35.

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller | Musical: The Aristocats

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.15 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08742314 | Showtrax CD Available


Every Day I Have the Blues : 2-Part : Kirby Shaw : Joe Williams : Sheet Music : 00287798 : 888680908089

Kirby Shaw : Every Day I Have the Blues

Possibly one of the top ten blues songs ever written and recorded by countless legends including Joe Williams and B.B. King, here is a swinging arrangement for beginning vocal jazz ensembles. Three optional scat solos are included at the back of the octavo to help your singers get their Be to Bop.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw Performed By: Joe Williams

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00287798 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 3-Part Mixed, 3-Part Mixed


Flip, Flop and Fly : SATB : Jay Althouse : Charles E. Calhoun : Sheet Music : 00-38191 : 038081426624

Jay Althouse : Flip, Flop and Fly

This classic tune from the '50s has also appeared as a "Blues Brothers" classic and in the movie Chicken Run. It's kickin' again in this swingin' Althouse arrangement.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composers: Charles E. Calhoun and Lou Willie Turner

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.90 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-38191 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA, 2-Part


Girl Talk : SSA : Roger Emerson : Sheet Music : 00155271 : 888680105280

Roger Emerson : Girl Talk

With lyrics that throwback to an earlier pre-feminist era, this Neal Hefti/Bobby Troup song will be sung by today's women with an ironic tone in this bluesy, swingy setting. Accessible to beginning SSA jazz ensembles, your group will build great performance skills.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

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Voicing: SSA | Sheet Music | $2.15 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00155271 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available


Human : SATB : Mac Huff : Rory Graham : Rag 'n' Bone Man : Sheet Music : 00244499 : 888680708245

Mac Huff : Human

Rag'n'bone man, Rory Graham, is known as a Big man with a big heart. This Blues infused ballad from his monster debut album translates beautifully to a choral arrangement. It is full of heart and soul and passion and will allow your singers to powerfully express their emotions as they sing I'm only human after all.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Rory Graham Performed By: Rag 'n' Bone Man

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00244499 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, TBB, SAB, TBB


Isn't This a Lovely Day (To Be Caught in the Rain)? : SATB : Ed Lojeski : Irving Berlin : Top Hat : Sheet Music : 08751147 : 884088477363

Ed Lojeski : Isn't This a Lovely Day (To Be Caught in the Rain)?

The 1935 motion picture Top Hat introduced this Irving Berlin song to the world and it continues to be a popular standard for jazz performers. It features a vintage, bluesy swing that will showcase your singers at their best! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, tsx, tbn, syn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:35.

Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: Irving Berlin | Musical: Top Hat

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.90 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08751147 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SSA, SSA


Jesus on the Mainline : SATB : Moses Hogan : Dukes Of Dixieland : Sheet Music : 08748485 : 884088235277

Moses Hogan : Jesus on the Mainline

Bluesy vocal lines and full harmonies invigorate this gospel classic arranged by Moses Hogan with the Dukes of Dixieland on their Gloryland album. Combo parts available digitally. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Arranger: Moses Hogan Performed By: Dukes Of Dixieland

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.80 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08748485


Mary Had a Little Blues : 2-Part : Charles A. Collins : Sheet Music : 48004510 : 073999634730

Charles A. Collins : Mary Had a Little Blues

This is a free adaptation of nursery rhyme texts in blues style. Though written for 2-part treble voice and piano, a string bass and drum set could be added to form a rhythm section.

Arranger: Charles A. Collins

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.15 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 48004510


Nine Hundred Miles : SATB : BENNIGHOF, JAMES : BENNIGHOF, JAMES : Sheet Music : 9780193864061 : 9780193864061

BENNIGHOF, JAMES : Nine Hundred Miles

This is a powerful setting of one of the greatest American blues melodies. The tension in the piece climaxes in two cumulative waves. A devastatingly effective concert piece in the hands of accomplished adult groups, it is also technically accessible to school choirs.

Composer: BENNIGHOF, JAMES

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.90 | A Cappella |
9780193864061


No More Blues (Chega de Saudade) : SATB : Paris Rutherford : Sheet Music : 08742702 : 073999882025

Paris Rutherford : No More Blues (Chega de Saudade)

The smooth sounds of Brazilian jazz great Antonio Carlos Jobim are set here in a sensational chart by Paris Rutherford featuring the English lyrics by Jon Hendricks and Jessie Cavanaugh. Available separately: SATB, SAB, Instrumental Pak (includes parts for Tenor Saxophone, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Percussion and Piano) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:10.

Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Country: Brazil

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.75 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08742702 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: Combo Parts


One for My Baby (and One More for the Road) : SATB : Paris Rutherford : Harold Arlen : Bette Midler : Sheet Music : 00153337 : 888680095970

Paris Rutherford : One for My Baby (and One More for the Road)

Bette Midler sang it to Johnny Carson on his last show, a mature lyric targets this arrangement for a more mature ensemble, but the Johnny Mercer/Harold Arlen standard is a classic for the ages! This setting is brooding and bluesy, but filled with heartfelt emotion.

Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Composer: Harold Arlen | Lyricist: Johnny Mercer Performed By: Bette Midler

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.95 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00153337 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available


Portrait in Blue : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Sheet Music : 00-25157 : 038081266497

Kirby Shaw : Portrait in Blue

Kirby Shaw has crafted an extraordinary medley of three "blue" songs: "Birth of the Blues," "Am I Blue?," and "Blues in the Night." It swings, it sings, and it showcases three great songs from the golden age of American songwriting.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $3.50 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-25157 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA


Prime Time Blues : SATBB : Anders Edenroth : The Real Group : Sheet Music : WRG1014 : 884088223373

Anders Edenroth : Prime Time Blues

With its catchy melody, exciting vocal percussion and clever lyrics, this vocal jazz arrangement is simply awesome, and is the feature track on The Real Group's most recent album. Excellent for advanced high school or college vocal jazz groups.

Arranger: Anders Edenroth Performed By: The Real Group

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Voicing: SATBB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | A Cappella | video
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| WRG1014


Rolling In The Deep : SSAA : Adam Anders : Adele : Adele : Sheet Music : 08202926 : 884088593469

Adam Anders : Rolling In The Deep

This chart-topping song by the English singer/songwriter Adele was a dramatic addition to the GLEE "Prom Queen" episode. It can be perfomed a cappella, as in the GLEE version, or with the bluesy, soulful accompaniment. Availble separately, SATB, TTBB, SSAA, SAB and ShowTrax CD. Duration ca. 3:30.

Arranger: Adam Anders | Composer: Adele Performed By: Adele

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Voicing: SSAA | Sheet Music | $2.25 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08202926


Rolling In The Deep : SATB : Peer Astrom : Adele : Adele : Sheet Music : 08202924 : 884088593445

Peer Astrom : Rolling In The Deep

This chart-topping song by English singer/songwriter Adele was a dramatic addition to the GLEE Prom Queen episode. It can be performed a cappella, as in the GLEE version, or with the bluesy, soulful accompaniment. Availible separately, SATB, TTBB, SSAA, SAB and ShowTrax CD. Duration ca. 3:30.

Arranger: Peer Astrom | Composer: Adele Performed By: Adele

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $3.25 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08202924 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: TTBB, SAB


Shop Around : 3-Part : Mark Brymer : Smokey Robinson : The Miracles : Sheet Music : 08551260 : 073999622409

Mark Brymer : Shop Around

It was a hit in 1961 with the Miracles and again in 1976 with the Captain and Tennille, and this bluesy Discovery Series edition will be a hit with your choir, too! Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:20.

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composers: Smokey Robinson and Berry Gordy Performed By: The Miracles

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Voicing: 3-Part | Sheet Music | $1.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08551260 | Showtrax CD Available


Sing Hallelu! : 2-Part : George L. O. Strid : Mary Donnelly : Sheet Music : 00-SVM03095 : 654979061564

George L. O. Strid : Sing Hallelu!

A wonderful novelty selection from the team of Mary Donnelly and George L.O. Strid that is sure to get your audiences to participate in the fun making. Bring on the kazoos and you'll have 'em clappin', stompin' and singin' along. Musical fun at its best!

Arranger: George L. O. Strid | Composer: Mary Donnelly

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.95 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-SVM03095 | Showtrax CD Available


Son-of-a-Preacher Man : SATB : Mac Huff : John Hurley : Dusty Springfield : Sheet Music : 08202055 : 884088138233

Mac Huff : Son-of-a-Preacher Man

This 1969 pop hit by Dusty Springfield is set in a smoky gospel blues. It's a perfect feature for showchoir!Available separately: SATB, SAB and SSA. Instrumental ePak includes parts for Trumpet 1, 2, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Baritone Sax, Synthesizer, Guitar, Bass and Drums. ShowTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 3:20

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composers: John Hurley and Ronnie Wilkins Performed By: Dusty Springfield

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08202055 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA, SSA, SAB,


Soul Man : SATB : Mac Huff : Isaac Hayes  : Blues Brothers : Sheet Music : 08201357 : 073999456493

Mac Huff : Soul Man

Bring out your shades! The 1967 hit by Sam and Dave was covered by The Blues Brothers in 1979 and it's still hot today! Mac Huff's arrangement is super fun for choirs of all ages!Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, IPak and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Isaac Hayes Performed By: Blues Brothers

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.65 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08201357 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings:


Soul Man : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Isaac Hayes  : Sheet Music : 00-35771 : 038081399676

Kirby Shaw : Soul Man

Featured in the film The Blues Brothers, this 1967 #1 Billboard hit by Sam and Dave will still have your audience singing along! Use the SoundTrax CD or a live combo to create a powerhouse moment during your show!

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Isaac Hayes | TV/Movie: The Blues Brothers

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.90 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-35771 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, TBB


St. Louis Blues : SATB : Kirby Shaw : W. C. Handy : Sheet Music : 08666040 : 073999660401

Kirby Shaw : St. Louis Blues

Here's the Granddaddy of all blues-inspired music in an authentic Dixieland treatment! It's hot! Available: SATB, SSA. Performance Time: Approx. 3:10.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: W. C. Handy

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.65 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08666040
Other Voicings: SSA


Sweet Home Chicago : SAB : Roger Emerson : Robert Johnson : Sheet Music : 00140909 : 888680041984

Roger Emerson : Sweet Home Chicago

Introduce your young singers to the blues with this Robert Johnson classic from 1937, memorably covered by The Blues Brothers. With the shuffle style rhythm, vocal fall-offs and accessible jazz harmonies, learning opportunities abound!

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Robert Johnson

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00140909 | Digital Version Available| Voicetrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part, 2-Part


Swing Street : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Barry Manilow : Sheet Music : 08200745 : 073999007459

Kirby Shaw : Swing Street

The tune may be slow and bluesy, but this arrangement is definitely hot! Available: SATB, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax Cassette. Performance Time: Approx. 3:20.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw Performed By: Barry Manilow

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.40 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08200745


Teach Me the Blues : 2-Part : Kirby Shaw : Sheet Music : 08745126 : 073999999976

Kirby Shaw : Teach Me the Blues

Your choir will love singin' the Blues with this fun and educational swingin' original. Learn about the Blues scale, blue notes, chords, riffs and more!Available separately: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 1:30.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $1.60 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08745126 | Voicetrax CD Available


The Birth of the Blues : SATB : Carl Strommen : Sheet Music : 00-CH9673 : 029156200225

Carl Strommen : The Birth of the Blues

This Broadway hit of 1926, from the great songwriting team of DeSylva, Brown and Henderson, has also been featured in numerous Hollywood motion pictures. Carl's creative arrangement captures all the jazzy nuances to maintain the original feel that has helped to make this tune a blockbuster among Broadway standards. Programming possibilities abound!

Arranger: Carl Strommen | Lyricist: Buddy G. DeSylva and Lew

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-CH9673 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 3-Part Mixed


The Chorus Room Blues : SATB : David Lantz III : David Lantz III : Sheet Music : 00-48326 : 038081551494

David Lantz III : The Chorus Room Blues

Some days, you just gotta sing the blues---even in the chorus room! This tongue-in-cheek chart is a great tool for teaching jazz style. Extensive instructions for optional scat singing (on pentatonic and blues scales) provide a framework for vocal improvisation. If you've got a rhythm section handy, be sure to check out the optional SoundPax!

Composer: David Lantz III

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.20 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-48326 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB


This Train : 2-Part : Emily Crocker : Sheet Music : 47120032 : 073999908350

Emily Crocker : This Train

This bluesy arrangement of the traditional spiritual is full of fun and easy to learn as well. Available: 2-Part.

Arranger: Emily Crocker

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.65 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 47120032


To Love You More : SAB : David Foster  : David Foster  : Celine Dion : Sheet Music : 00123776 : 884088961930

David Foster : To Love You More

This 1998 hit by Celine Dion was memorably covered by Lea Michele on Glee in a powerful rendition that explored the depth of the emotional lyrics. This selection offers challenges and rewards for pop, jazz, show and concert choirs looking to create a touching concert moment! Ideal for Valentine's Day, prom or other romantic occasions!

Composer: David Foster Performed By: Celine Dion

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $1.95 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00123776
Other Voicings: SATB, SSA, SATB, SAB, SSA


Worried Man Blues : TB : Roger Emerson : Sheet Music : 00109731 : 884088793968

Roger Emerson : Worried Man Blues

Contemporary harmonies support the well-crafted vocals on this classic from America's folk revival era. The subtle style change between the verse and refrain adds interest. Great for a beginning male chorus!

Arranger: Roger Emerson

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Voicing: TB | Sheet Music | $1.80 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00109731 | Digital Version Available| Voicetrax CD Available


You Are My Sunshine : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Jimmie Davis : Sheet Music : 00156074 : 888680603601

Kirby Shaw : You Are My Sunshine

Here's the classic song as a full-out country blues! Pop/show groups and their audiences will love jamming to this awesome arrangement!

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composers: Jimmie Davis and Charles Mitchell

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.15 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00156074 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SSA, SAB, SSA, SAB

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