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Choral Arrangements from
Ain't Misbehavin'

Ain't Misbehavin' is a musical revue with a book by Murray Horwitz and Richard Maltby, Jr., and music by various composers and lyricists as arranged and orchestrated by Luther Henderson. It is named after the song by Fats Waller (with Harry Brooks and Andy Razaf), "Ain't Misbehavin'".

The musical is a tribute to the black musicians of the 1920s and 1930s who were part of the Harlem Renaissance, an era of growing creativity, cultural awareness, and ethnic pride, and takes its title from the 1929 Waller song "Ain't Misbehavin'". It was a time when Manhattan nightclubs like the Cotton Club and the Savoy Ballroom were the playgrounds of high society and Lenox Avenue dives were filled with piano players banging out the new beat known as swing. Five performers present an evening of rowdy, raunchy, and humorous songs that encapsulate the various moods of the era and reflect Waller's view of life as a journey meant for pleasure and play.

Music By - Fats Waller | Stage Date - 1978


Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media

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Alan Billingsley : The Joint Is Jumpin' : Showtrax CD : 038081340128  : 00-31242

Alan Billingsley : The Joint Is Jumpin'

"Come in cats, and check your hats!" You won't want to miss this fantastic swingin' and sizzlin' arrangement of the favorite tune from the musical Ain't Misbehavin'. Nonstop, jazzy singin' and dancin' fun! Featured on the Danza! Movement DVD (00-31225).

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5763p | Showtrax CD | $27.95


Larry Shackley : Handful of Keys : Showtrax CD : 038081296593  : 00-27400

Larry Shackley : Handful of Keys

A terrific four-hand piano version of this showstopper from the musical Ain't Misbehavin'. The lyrics alone are spectacular. And with the great choral writing and piano accompaniment, well, it's a knockout! Showcase your accompanists on this one, or use the SoundTrax CD. Bring the spirit of the legendary Fats Waller to your next concert with this outstanding choral arrangement.

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5704p | Showtrax CD | $22.95


Larry Shackley : Ain't Misbehavin' : Showtrax CD : 038081311685  : 00-28624

Larry Shackley : Ain't Misbehavin'

Here's a jammin' and jivin', red hot, razzmatazz setting of the title song from the musical Ain't Misbehavin', just perfect for show, jazz, or concert choirs.

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5727p | Showtrax CD | $27.95


Individual Folios

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Ain't Misbehavin' : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Fats Waller : Ain't Misbehavin' : Showtrax CD : 08655161 : 073999551617

Kirby Shaw : Ain't Misbehavin'

An inspired a cappella treatment of the "Fats" Waller classic! Many fun options in the center section - "Rudy Vallee" solo, tap solo, etc. Totally unique!

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Fats Waller | Musical: Ain't Misbehavin'

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.10 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08655161


Ain't Misbehavin' : SAB : Larry Shackley : Fats Waller : Ain't Misbehavin' : Sheet Music : 00-28622 : 038081311661

Larry Shackley : Ain't Misbehavin'

Here's a jammin' and jivin', red hot, razzmatazz setting of the title song from the musical Ain't Misbehavin', just perfect for show, jazz, or concert choirs.

Arranger: Larry Shackley | Composer: Fats Waller | Musical: Ain't Misbehavin'

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $1.90 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-28622 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SATB, SSA


Ain't Misbehavin' : SAB : Mark Hayes : Fats Waller : Fats Waller : Ain't Misbehavin' : Sheet Music : 35028539 : 884088665586

Mark Hayes : Ain't Misbehavin'

In 1929, Fats Waller made this a standard and, in 1984, it won the Grammy Hall of Fame Award. Today, this new and lively arrangement has an upbeat piano accompaniment along with superb optional instrumental parts that add to the swingin' vocals. Arranged for mixed as well as women's voices, this is sure to be a hit!

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Fats Waller Performed By: Fats Waller | Musical: Ain't Misbehavin'

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35028539 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SATB, SSA, SSA, SATB


Handful of Keys : SATB : John Leavitt : Fats Waller : Ain't Misbehavin' : Sheet Music : 08621021 : 073999210217

John Leavitt : Handful of Keys

From the Broadway revue Ain't Misbehavin', this John Leavitt arrangement of a classic Fats Waller tune is a colorful feature number for both show and concert groups. The energetic piano accompaniment lets you show off your own prize piano-pounder! Available: SATB, 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 3:15.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Fats Waller | Lyricist: Various Artists | Musical: Ain't Misbehavin'

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08621021


Handful of Keys : SATB : Larry Shackley : Fats Waller : Ain't Misbehavin' : Sheet Music : 00-27399 : 038081296586

Larry Shackley : Handful of Keys

A terrific four-hand piano version of this showstopper from the musical Ain't Misbehavin'. The lyrics alone are spectacular. And with the great choral writing and piano accompaniment, well, it's a knockout! Showcase your accompanists on this one, or use the SoundTrax CD. Bring the spirit of the legendary Fats Waller to your next concert with this outstanding choral arrangement.

Arranger: Larry Shackley | Composer: Fats Waller | Lyricist: Various Artists | Musical: Ain't Misbehavin'

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $3.99 | With Piano |
00-27399 | Showtrax CD Available


The Joint Is Jumpin' : SATB : Mark Brymer : Fats Waller : Ain't Misbehavin' : Sheet Music : 08721763 : 073999217636

Mark Brymer : The Joint Is Jumpin'

A sizzling arrangement of the classic from Ain't Misbehavin'. Available: SATB, 2-Part, ShowTrax Cassette. Performance Time: Approx. 2:05.

Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Fats Waller | Lyricist: Various Artists | Musical: Ain't Misbehavin'

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08721763 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part


The Joint Is Jumpin' : SATB : Alan Billingsley : Fats Waller : Ain't Misbehavin' : Sheet Music : 00-31239 : 038081340098

Alan Billingsley : The Joint Is Jumpin'

"Come in cats, and check your hats!" You won't want to miss this fantastic swingin' and sizzlin' arrangement of the favorite tune from the musical Ain't Misbehavin'. Nonstop, jazzy singin' and dancin' fun! Featured on the Danza! Movement DVD (00-31225).

Arranger: Alan Billingsley | Composer: Fats Waller | Lyricist: Various Artists | Musical: Ain't Misbehavin'

More details
Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-31239 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA


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