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Ogden Nash

Born: 1902. Died: 1971. Lived in: United States
Frederic Ogden Nash was an American poet well known for his light verse, of which he wrote over 500 pieces. With his unconventional rhyming schemes, he was declared the country's best-known producer of humorous poetry. When Nash wasn't writing poems, he made guest appearances on comedy and radio shows and toured the United States and the United Kingdom, giving lectures at colleges and universities. Nash was regarded with respect by the literary establishment, and his poems were frequently anthologized even in serious collections such as Selden Rodman's 1946 A New Anthology of Modern Poetry. Nash was the lyricist for the Broadway musical One Touch of Venus, collaborating with librettist S. J. Perelman and composer Kurt Weill. The show included the notable song "Speak Low." He also wrote the lyrics for the 1952 revue Two's Company.

Eric Whitacre : Animal Crackers

Here are six whimsical settings of Ogden Nash poems that are perfect for a lighter portion of your program or as an encore. They are easily-learned and fun to perform!

Songlist: The Panther, The Cow, The Firefly, The Canary, The Eel, The Kangaroo

Individual Folios

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Christine Donkin : Four Choral Critters - The First Two

The poetry of Ogden Nash is witty and wonderful. Canadian composer Christine Donkin has selected four of the best: The Duck, The Panther, The Guppy and The Llama. The music brings even more fun to the lyrics. Excellent for high school, college and community choirs, these works are sold in 2 sets: JR0102 THE FIRST TWO and JR0103 THE OTHER TWO.

Composer: Christine Donkin | Poetry By: Ogden Nash

Andrea Ramsey : The Adventures of Isabel

This delightful set of two Ogden Nash poems tells the story of the remarkable Isabel and her adventures. Excellent performance repertoire for younger choirs, your singers will display diction, dynamic contrast and rhythmic precision with these clever and humorous works! Includes Isabel and the Bear, Isabel and the Doctor. Includes oboe and bassoon parts. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Composer: Andrea Ramsey | Poetry By: Ogden Nash

Eric Whitacre : The Boy Who Laughed At Santa Clause

Although his name was Jabez Dawes, his character was full of flaws! With an hysterical text by Ogden Nash, Eric Whitacre has brought all of his theatrical skills to this three movement work and tells a wonderful story that will leave parents smiling and young children determined to be even better so as not to meet the same fate as young Jabez. This is a holiday treat for singers, players and audiences.

Composer: Eric Whitacre | Poetry By: Ogden Nash

Eric Whitacre : The Panther

Here are three whimsical settings of Ogden Nash poems that are perfect for a lighter portion of your program or as an encore. They are easily-learned and fun to perform!

Arranger: Eric Whitacre | Composer: Eric Whitacre | Poetry By: Ogden Nash