HAL LEONARD
CHRISTMAS IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER...From Barry Manilow's recent Cranberry Christmas TV Special, his happy new tune is irresistible!... and EZ-to-learn! For 2-Part, 3-Pt. Mixed Voices and Piano w/opt. ShowTrax CD.
80's DANCE PARTY (Medley)...You don't have to be a dancer to enjoy these great 80's tunes: Flashdance (What a Feeling), I Wanna Dance With Somebody, I Love Rock and Roll, Let's Hear It For the Boy, Material Girl, All Night Long, Thriller, and Footloose. This 11 minute medley can easily be broken up into shorter sections. Non-stop fun and excitement! For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak-Combo w/horns and ShowTrax CD.
EVERYBODY LOVES MY BABY (BUT MY BABY DON'T LOVE NOBODY BUT ME)...Done up a la Sing, Sing, Sing, this 20's classic never lets up! Great with/without choreography...For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Combo w/horns and ShowTrax CD.
(EVERYTHING I DO) I DO IT FOR YOU... from Kevin Costner's Robin Hood movie, this tender a cappella ballad arrangement will touch everybody's heart. For SATB a cappella voices.
I'M GLAD THERE IS YOU (IN THIS WORLD OF ORDINARY PEOPLE)... a classic from the early 40's with some of the sweetest melodies/lyrics I know, this lush close- harmony arrangement can't miss! For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and Piano w/opt ePak Rhythm and ShowTRax CD.
I SAID MY PAJAMAS (AND PUT ON MY PRAY'RS)...This lovey-dovey one-of-a-kind word-reversal song from the 40's is such a hoot! A perfect guy-girl tune. For SATB, SAB Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Rhythm and ShowTrax CD.
JAVA JIVE...this best seller is now available for 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed Voices!...w/Piano and VoiceTrax CD.
ON THIS SHINING NIGHT (w/SILENT NIGHT)...This tender Kirby Shaw original beautifully portrays the night of the Christ-child's birth. For SATB, SAB, 2-Part Voices and Piano.
OPEN ARMS...One of the best power ballads of the 80's. For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Rhythm and ShowTrax CD.
ORINOCO FLOW...One of Enya's all-time best, this one-of-a-kind haunting, yet inspiring arrangement is the perfect contrasting tune for your concert/festival programming. For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Rhythm and ShowTrax CD.
PUTTIN' ON MY RAGTIME SHOES..."Let there be no speculation, how I love that syncopation. When it calls, I can't refuse...so I'm puttin' on my Ragtime shoes!" This Kirby ragtime original captures all the enduring appeal of ragtime music. The short rubato solo at the beginning is perfect for that special flapper wanna-be in your choir. Got choreography? For SATB, SAB, 2-Part Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Combo w/horns and ShowTrax CD.
RIKKI DON'T LOSE THAT NUMBER...kick your girls up a notch with this unique Steely Dan hit. For SSA Voices and Piano w/opt. ShowTrax CD.
ROCK THIS TOWN...Look out!...this Brian Setzer hit from his Stray Cats days will have the whole house rockin'...really ez-to-learn and outrageously exciting! For SATB, SAB, TBB Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Combo and ShowTrax CD.
SANTA'S ROCKIN' 'ROUND THE CLOCK TONIGHT...part Chuck Berry, part Country and a whole lot of Rock and Roll, this Kirby holiday original will bring the house down! For SATB, SAB, 2-Part Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Combo w/horns and ShowTrax CD.
SMOKE GETS IN YOUR EYES...with lush harmonies, a great melody and lyrics, this American Classic is set as a medium samba..yummy! For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Rhythm and ShowTrax CD.
SPEEDOO...showcase your guyz with this 50's doo-wop hit!..EZ-to-learn and fun to sing! For TBB Voices and Piano w/opt. ShowTrax CD.
SPIDER MAN (Theme from)...Michael Buble had a field day with this, and so can you and your choir! Now go save a city somewhere! For SATB, SAB, 2-Part Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Combo w/horns and ShowTrax CD.
SUNDAY KIND OF LOVE, A...First Etta James and now Beyonce...this soulful ballad is timeless, and it's all here in this arrangement. For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Combo w/horns and ShowTrax CD.
WHERE IS LOVE?...a yummy a cappella arrangement for 4-pt. women!
YES WE CAN CAN...more than a little appropriate for our current times, this Pointer Sister hit from the 70's sparkles with new relevance. For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Rhythm and ShowTrax CD.
YOU'RE ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS...a sweet 40's Christmas ballad, tight harmonies at an ez pace. There'll be some sighing in the audience when you finish this one. For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and Piano w/opt. ePak Rhythm and ShowTrax CD.
SHAWNEE PRESS
EYE OF THE TIGER...from the Rocky movies... power-rock all the way! For SATB Voices and Piano w/opt. SoundTrax CD.
ALFRED
CELEBRATION...This best-seller is now available for 2-Part Voices..Ya-hoo! For SATB, SAB, SSA and 2-Part Voices and Piano w/opt. I-Pak and Accompaniment CD.
SOUND MUSIC PUBLICATIONS...(smpjazz.com...425-771-1598)...check out these swingin' new arrangements of great American Classics:
GONNA BUILD A MOUNTAIN...Popularized by Sammy Davis Jr., this swingin' arrangement starts out easy, developing gradually over 4 verses to an exciting final chorus. Upbeat lyrics and tuneful gospel-tinged melody will make everybody feel good! For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and rhythm section of Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums.
I LOVE BEIN' HERE WITH YOU...Popularized by Peggy Lee, Diana Krall and many others, this Northwest favorite should be in every jazz choral library! A roaring Basie-style shout chorus makes this arrangement extra special! For SATB, SSA Voices and rhythm section of Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums.
I WON'T DANCE...This 1935 classic has stood the test of time and works great in a medium tempo jazz setting. The center of the arrangement opens up for improv followed by a kickin' vocalese shout chorus. Fred and Ginger would be proud! For SATB, SAB Voices and rhythm section of Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums.
LEMON TWIST...There's more to Bobby Troup than Route 66! This hip little medium tempo gem swings from beginning to end, with an original Kirby vocalese for the wailing shout chorus...if John Pizzarelli likes it, so will you! For SATB, SAB, SSA voices and rhythm section of Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums.
LET'S GET AWAY FROM IT ALL...This arrangement will cure anything that ails you! The Sinatra-esque opening leads to the choir trading roaring "fours" with a solo vocalese the 2nd time through. Great for festivals/concerts. For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and rhythm section of Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums.
(LOVE IS) THE TENDER TRAP...Based on Frank Sinatra's legendary 50's recording, this happy swingin' arrangement can't miss! A guy/girl duet begins the 2nd time through. The SAB is particularly suitable for less-experienced groups. For SATB, SAB Voices and rhythm section of Piano. Guitar, Bass and Drums.
NO MOON AT ALL...No singer can call themselves a jazz singer without knowing this American classic! Julie London, Mel Torme, New York Voices...the list is a long one, and your choir's name should be on it! Straight-ahead swing with a roaring 32 bar shout chorus! For SATB, SSA Voices and rhythm section of Piano. Guitar, Bass and Drums.
PERDIDO...From the bedrock of jazz literature, this American standard has been recorded by everybody who's anybody. With a brief Latino-style section and an exciting close-harmony improv section, this puppy zips along at about 184 beats per minute. Take this one to your next festival! For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and rhythm section of Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums.
SOFTLY AS IN A MORNING SUNRISE...this Romberg/Hammerstein classic dating back to 1928 is cool and mysterious. A medium quiet-fire Latin groove, minor key, mesmerizing harmonies, and logical voice-leading make this the perfect choice for the contrasting-style portion of your program. For SATB, SAB Voices and rhythm section of Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums
STOMPIN' AT THE SAVOY...one of the legendary flagship tunes of the Swing Era, this one's fresh and fun, with an additional 32 bar opt. vocalese lying in wait for that special guy/girl soloist the 2nd time through. Medium tempo excitement is guaranteed! For SATB, SAB and SSA Voices and rhythm section of Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums
THE TROUBLE WITH HELLO IS GOODBYE...Ballads don't get any nicer than this Bergman/Grusin classic. In a lush a cappella setting, the melody is Shared and vocal lines are lyrical and logical throughout. Extra yummy! For SATB and SSAA a cappella voices.
WHAT IS THIS THING CALLED LOVE...Echoing back to Kirby's legendary festival-winning arrangement of That Old Black Magic, this Cole Porter classic works great as a hot samba, with a brief slow and soulful swing section near the end. For SATB, SAB, SSA Voices and rhythm section of Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums.
COMING SOON TO MY WEBSITE (Kirbyshaw.com)...UNPUBLISHED OLD/NEW CHORAL PIECES BY KIRBY SHAW (WITH SOUNDBITES) FOR PURCHASE!
QUESTIONS? Phone/Fax me at 541-488-5637 or E-Mail me at:Kirbyshawmusic@gmail.com
Can't find out-of-print Kirby Music? go to my website at Kirbyshaw.com and download the appropriate form...the cost is one dollar a copy multiplied by the number of singers in your choir. THIS FORM ONLY APPLIES TO MUSIC THAT I'VE COMPOSED OR ARRANGEMENTS OF PUBLIC DOMAIN SONGS. PLEASE DON'T SEND ME A CHECK FOR AN ARRANGEMENT OF A SONG THAT SOMEONE ELSE COMPOSED.
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Need to get reprint permission for Kirby choral arrangements of tunes written by other composers ?...it's ez...but my website won't work for this...instead call Hal Leonard at 1-800-524-4425 or e-mail Alfred at: kgutstein@alfred.com.
When requesting music from me, ALWAYS include your mailing address.
I do clinics, all day Kirby festivals w/evening concerts, commissions, All-City, All-County, All-State Choirs, Art of Solo Singing workshops... here in the USA and around the world...let's get together!
Questions about mechanical royalties (doing a CD w/one or more of my songs on it)?...it's simple...9.1 cents a tune multiplied by the number of CD's manufactured (100 CD's would be $9.10...like that) Write a check made payable to Kirby Shaw Music and send it to:
Kirby Shaw Music
12621 D. Indian Memorial Rd.
Ashland, OR 97520
Thanks for being a choral conductor and thanks for singing Kirby Shaw's music! Let's all keep learning something every day and keep the choral flame burning bright!
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