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Charles Strouse

Born: 1928. Living in: United States

Charles Strouse is an American composer and lyricist best known for writing the music to the musicals Bye Bye Birdie and Annie, amongst others. Strouse's first Broadway musical was the 1960 hit Bye Bye Birdie, with lyrics by Lee Adams, who would become his long-time collaborator. For this show, Strouse won his first Tony Award in the category of best musical, and Bye Bye Birdie is considered the precursor of the rock musical. Strouse's next show, All American, with a book by Mel Brooks and lyrics by Adams, came in 1962; it was not a success but it produced the standard "Once Upon a Time" (recorded by Perry Como, Eddie Fisher, Al Martino, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Bobby Darin, among others).

Strouse has won Emmy Awards for music in television adaptions of Bye Bye Birdie and Annie. He is also the recipient of the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers Award and the Oscar Hammerstein Award. He is also a member of the Theater Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

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Charles Strouse : Annie : Solo : Songbook & 1 CD : 884088866464 : 1476899703 : 00113054

Charles Strouse : Annie

Songs in the Broadway Singer's Edition include the vocal line and lyrics paired with faithful reductions of the orchestral accompaniments. The songs are presented in their original keys with piano accompaniments carefully crafted for playability. The CD includes performances of these piano accompaniments. 10 selections from one of the most popular musicals ever: Easy Street - I Don't Need Anything but You - It's the Hard-Knock Life - Little Girls - Maybe - A New Deal for Christmas - N.Y.C. - Something Was Missing - Tomorrow - You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile.

Songlist: Easy Street, Tomorrow, Maybe, I Don't Need Anything But You, It's The Hard-Knock Life, Little Girls, N.Y.C., A New Deal For Christmas, Something Was Missing, You're Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile

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Voicing: Solo | 4192b | Songbook & 1 CD | $22.95 | Voice and Piano


Charles Strouse : Annie : Solo : Songbook : 073999830569 : 0881880574 : 00383056

Charles Strouse : Annie

14 songs from the beloved children's musical, featuring: Annie - Easy Street - It's the Hard-Knock Life - A New Deal for Christmas - Tomorrow - You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile - and more.

Songlist: I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here, Easy Street, Tomorrow, Annie, Maybe, I Don't Need Anything But You, It's The Hard-Knock Life, Little Girls, N.Y.C., A New Deal For Christmas, Something Was Missing, We'd Like To Thank You Herbert Hoover, You Won't Be An Orphan For Long, You're Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile

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Voicing: Solo | 20146b | Songbook | $17.95 | PVG


Charles Strouse : Annie : Solo : Songbook : 073999830583 : 0881886173 : 00383058

Charles Strouse : Annie

12 songs from the movie, including: Easy Street - I Think I'm Gonna like It Here - It's the Hard-Knock Life - Little Girls - Maybe - Tomorrow - You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile - and more.

Songlist: I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here, Easy Street, Tomorrow, Sign!, Maybe, I Don't Need Anything But You, It's The Hard-Knock Life, Little Girls, You're Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile, Let's Go To The Movies, Sandy (Dumb Dog), We Got Annie

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Voicing: Solo | 20147b | Songbook | $16.95 | PVG


Individual Folios

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A Lot of Livin' to Do : SATB : Greg Gilpin : Bye Bye Birdie : Songbook : 00-43514 : 038081490540

Greg Gilpin : A Lot of Livin' to Do

Show and concert choirs will both sound great singing this upbeat production number from the musical Bye, Bye, Birdie. Exciting from start to finish!

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Lyricist: Lee Adams | Musical: Bye Bye Birdie

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.00 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-43514 | Showtrax CD Available


Annie : 3-Part Mixed : Greg Gilpin : Annie : Sheet Music : 00-43547 : 038081490878

Greg Gilpin : Annie

A true American musical theater classic, Annie is still thrilling audiences world-wide. Introduce younger choirs to this wonderful show with five minutes of favorite highlights. Don't be surprised if your audience joins in!

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Musical: Annie

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Voicing: 3-Part Mixed | Sheet Music | $2.50 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-43547 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part


Happy Face Medley : SATB : Mark Hayes : Sheet Music : 00-48377 : 038081552002

Mark Hayes : Happy Face Medley

You won't be able to stop grinning with this duo of "Put on a Happy Face" from Bye Bye Birdie and "Youire Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile" from Annie. Both songs were written by Tony and Emmy award-winning composer Charles Strouse. Add some choreography and the optional SoundTrax or SoundPax, and your audience will be all smiles!

Arranger: Mark Hayes

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-48377 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, 2-Part


I Don't Need Anything But You : 3-Part : Audrey Snyder : Charles Strouse  : Annie : Sheet Music : 00122178 : 884088947972

Audrey Snyder : I Don't Need Anything But You

From the hit Broadway show Annie, this is the classic friendship song of all time! Besides being loaded with pizzazz, it's filled with historical and cultural allusions, making it a great opportunity for learning as well! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Composer: Charles Strouse | Lyricist: Martin Charnin | Musical: Annie

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Voicing: 3-Part | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00122178 | Digital Version Available| Voicetrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part, 2-Part


It's the Hard-Knock Life : 3-Part : Sarah Zegree : Charles Strouse  : Annie : Sheet Music : 00-43532 : 038081490724

Sarah Zegree : It's the Hard-Knock Life

Younger choirs will love this fresh arrangement based on the 2014 movie version. High energy from top to bottom!

Arranger: Sarah Zegree | Composer: Charles Strouse | Lyricist: Martin Charnin | Musical: Annie

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Voicing: 3-Part | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-43532 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part


It's the Hard-Knock Life : 3-Part Mixed : Charles Strouse : Annie : Sheet Music : 00379342 : 196288017813 : 1705151183

Charles Strouse : It's the Hard-Knock Life

It's the Hard-Knock Life, from the musical, Annie, expresses the hardships children face living in a depression-era orphanage. As punishment for trying to escape from the orphanage during the night, Miss Hannigan has Annie and the other orphans clean their room all night.

Musical: Annie

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Voicing: 3-Part Mixed | Sheet Music | $2.75 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00379342 | Digital Version Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part, 2-Part


N.Y.C. : SATB : Mark Brymer : Charles Strouse  : Annie : Sheet Music : 00131324 : 888680024765

Mark Brymer : N.Y.C.

From the musical Annie, this song pays tribute to the bright lights of the Big Apple as Annie and Oliver Warbucks enjoy a night on the town. A great feature for Broadway, pop and show!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Charles Strouse | Lyricist: Martin Charnin | Musical: Annie

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.95 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00131324 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, 2-Part, 2-Part, SAB


Once Upon a Time : SATB : Steve Zegree : All American : Sheet Music : 00-46365 : 038081527444

Steve Zegree : Once Upon a Time

A favorite from the 1960s musical All American, this absolutely gorgeous concert setting by Steve Zegree is once again in print. Jazz-tinged harmonies make this Charles Strouse and Lee Adams love ballad absolutely enchanting.

Arranger: Steve Zegree | Lyricist: Lee Adams | Musical: All American

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-46365


Once Upon a Time : SATB divisi : Paul Langford : Sheet Music : 00-43569 : 038081491097

Paul Langford : Once Upon a Time

This rich arrangement with well-designed harmonies is equally appropriate for jazz, show, and concert choirs. Certainly one of the best musical theater love songs of all time!

Arranger: Paul Langford

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Voicing: SATB divisi | Sheet Music | $2.00 | A cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-43569


Once Upon a Time : SSA : John Leavitt : Sheet Music : 00-48348 : 038081551715

John Leavitt : Once Upon a Time

A fantastic feature for treble choirs, this dreamy ballad will be remembered long after your performance. Fluid legato lines stretch over a sweeping and dramatic piano accompaniment, while nuances of tempo and dynamics drive the emotional core of the song home. A hidden gem from the Broadway repertoire.

Arranger: John Leavitt

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Voicing: SSA | Sheet Music | $2.10 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-48348


Once Upon a Time : SSAA : Kirby Shaw : All American : Sheet Music : 08621335 : 073999778595

Kirby Shaw : Once Upon a Time

Recorded by many artists including Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darrin, this selection was featured in the Broadway production of All American. Beautiful harmonies and a lyrical melody combine to make this special.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Lyricist: Lee Adams | Musical: All American

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Voicing: SSAA | Sheet Music | $2.25 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08621335
Other Voicings: SATB


The Telephone Hour : SATB : Sally K. Albrecht : Bye Bye Birdie : Sheet Music : 00-43456 : 038081489964

Sally K. Albrecht : The Telephone Hour

"Hi, Nancy! Hi, Helen! What's the story, morning glory?" Who can forget the fun interplay as the teenagers from Sweet Apple, Ohio catch up on the latest gossip? It's time to bust out the cell phones and bring this classic into the 21st century!

Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht | Lyricist: Lee Adams | Musical: Bye Bye Birdie

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-43456 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB


Tomorrow : 2-Part : Jeff Funk : Annie : Sheet Music : 00-CH9907 : 029156957914

Jeff Funk : Tomorrow

From our new Spotlight on Kids series, this classic show tune from both the Broadway and movie versions of Annie is ideal for young singers. Watch for more new releases in this outstanding new series.

Arranger: Jeff Funk | Lyricist: Martin Charnin | Musical: Annie

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-CH9907 | Showtrax CD Available


Tomorrow : SATB : Ed Lojeski : Charles Strouse  : Annie : Sheet Music : 08621298 : 073999589412

Ed Lojeski : Tomorrow

This Broadway showstopper will make a wonderful addition to your next concert. Tastefully arranged and easily learned, you won't want to miss this classic.Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.

Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: Charles Strouse | Lyricist: Martin Charnin | Musical: Annie

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.10 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08621298 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, 2-Part, 2-Part, SAB


You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile : 3-Part : Mark Brymer : Charles Strouse  : Annie : Sheet Music : 00143622 : 888680059309

Mark Brymer : You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile

Sia's remake of this song from the 2014 movie soundtrack starring Quevenzhané Wallis features an updated sound and current-day lyrics for today's audiences. A super showcase for your younger choirs!

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Charles Strouse | Lyricist: Martin Charnin | Musical: Annie

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Voicing: 3-Part | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00143622 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part, 2-Part

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