Vocal Jazz Choir Music

Here is a jazzy take on a classic pop/rock tune from The Drifters. Tight harmonies, modernized yet reminiscent of the original, are accompanied by a great track to create a fun concert piece for concert

The vocal jazz ensemble Lambert, Hendricks, & Ross laid the groundwork for all of the groups that have followed. Often using their voices like instruments and inventing the "vocalese," they are examples

Originally recorded by Nat King Cole, but performed by many other notable artists and ensembles, this jazz standard with the easy bossa nova groove has been updated for advanced jazz ensembles. With a

Reminiscent of the Gene Puerling/Singers Unlimited arrangement, this new realization alternates between standard swing and a soft samba feel with straight eighth notes. There is ample room for both singers

Charlie Parker gave us one of the most brilliant melodies ever constructed over the simple 12-bar blues progression. Here's a swinging arrangement with plenty of room for improvisation from vocalists and

Following the huge success of Arlen's Over the Rainbow from "The Wizard of Oz," My Shining Hour became the number one song of its day. Since then, it has become a jazz

The classic Beatles tune has been set in an easy jazz groove with accessible vocal harmonies for jazz or concert choirs. Short solo opportunities and smoothly syncopated rhythms are supported by an

Based on Duke Ellington's composition C Jam Blues, this is a classic, swinging chart arranged for developing choirs. The "riff" style is explained, and example riffs are notated in the performance

As recorded by Manhattan Transfer, here's a funky fusion setting of the jazz classic by Josef Zawinul and lyricist Jon Hendricks. For experienced vocal jazz groups with soloists, this is very impressive!

The classic pop song first recorded in the 1950s by Tony Bennett and later made popular by Bobby Vinton has been given a fresh, jazzy setting for choral groups. This arrangement is lush, with modern

This Duke Ellington number was featured in "Sophisticated Ladies," the musical revue celebrating the life and music of the great bandleader. A slinky bass sets up the intro just before this swingin' setting

Years after Smash, we still remember Megan Hilty's knockout performance of this show-stopping torch song. This SSA arrangement has a swingin' big band feel that slowly builds to a thrilling musical and

A unique and lighthearted original that sings the praises of tasty Southern barbecue! In a Zydeco style, which is a combination of blues, R & B, and Louisiana Creole tradition, these crazy, fun lyrics

A fast swing intro punctuated by piano, bass, drums, and finger snaps leads into a jazzy arrangement of the traditional spiritual unlike any you've ever heard. The choral parts are fun to sing with scoops,

No, this is not the Muffin Man you thought you knew. This is a swingin' adaptation that is appropriately titled for young treble singers. The mostly unison setting will be a quick learn with simple

Swing your way into autumn with this stunning vocal jazz selection by noted arranger Paris Rutherford. Close jazz harmonies, optional solos, and extended section "scat" riffs distinguish this vocal jazz

Showcase your vocal jazz group with this accessible setting of the Ella Fitzgerald and Count Basie big-band standard. Swing style, jazz harmonies, group scat and solo improvisation make this a great

This setting of the fabulous standard is built in a gentle Count Basie style. Beginning with a "two" feel, it moves to a more "four" feel as the arrangement progresses while the singers use a rhythmic style

This Rodgers & Hart standard from "Babes in Arms" has been recorded by many wonderful artists. Vocal jazz ensembles will amaze their audiences with this stunning bossa nova setting, and your singers

Jazz and pop groups will enjoy bringing a jazzy samba setting of this beloved standard to their audiences. A fresh treatment and excellent change of pace that really grooves!

Michael Buble says, "Keep on swingin'" in this 1940s throwback with a new-century kick! Arranged by Steve Zegree along with his daughter Sarah, your pop, jazz and show choirs will love this number that