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Godspell

Godspell is a musical by Stephen Schwartz and a book by John-Michael Tebelak. It opened off Broadway on May 17, 1971, and has played in various touring companies and revivals many times since, including a 2011 revival which played on Broadway from October 13, 2011, to June 24, 2012. Several cast albums have been released over the years and one of its songs, "Day by Day" from the original cast album, reached #13 on the Billboard pop singles chart in the summer of 1972.

The structure of the musical is that of a series of parables, mostly based on the Gospel of Matthew (three of the featured parables are recorded only in the Gospel of Luke). The parables are interspersed with a variety of modern music set primarily to lyrics from traditional hymns, with the passion of Christ treated briefly near the end of the performance. It started as a college project performed by students at Carnegie Mellon University and moved to La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club in Greenwich Village. It was then re-scored for an off-Broadway production which became a long-running success. A junior one-act version with some songs and monologues removed has also been made under the title Godspell Junior.

Music By - Stephen Schwartz | Stage Date - 2011 | Film Date - 1973

Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media

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John Leavitt : All Good Gifts

Includes Oboe and Cello parts. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Score and parts (ob, vn1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:35.

Mac Huff : All for the Best

Two cheerful melodies combine in this bouncy soft shoe number from Godspell that echoes the music of an earlier generation of Broadway songwriters, but with a message that heaven will be the reward. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts (cl, tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, syn, bjo(gtr), b, dm) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 2:30.

Mac Huff : Beautiful City

The 2011 Broadway revival of Godspell brought new interest to this inspiring pop anthem! It speaks directly to the human spirit and our ultimate power to build a truly civilized community. Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:45.

Roger Emerson : Godspell

Younger choirs will enjoy recreating the music of an earlier era in this 5-minute medley of three songs from the Broadway musical. From Vaudeville to gospel to pop, the well-crafted setting offers many great teachable moments! Songs include: All for the Best, Beautiful City, Day by Day. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 5:15.

Individual Folios

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Mac Huff : All for the Best

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Stephen Schwartz | Musical: Godspell

John Leavitt : All Good Gifts

Includes Oboe and Cello parts. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Score and parts (ob, vn1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:35.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Stephen Schwartz | Musical: Godspell

John Leavitt : All Good Gifts

The beloved Godspell song becomes a sweeping anthem of gratitude in this stunning setting. With a classic hymn text and rich music by Stephen Schwartz, it is equally appropriate for concert and church use, enveloping all in a spirit of joyful celebration. Includes Oboe and Cello parts. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Score and parts (ob, vn1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:35.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Stephen Schwartz | Musical: Godspell