Stage & Screen Selections

If anyone can make this opening song from "Oklahoma" swing, it's Kirby Shaw. Here, the iconic song by Rogers & Hammerstein is set in a cool and happy jazz waltz that will have everyone in the room

Jon Batiste's cover of the 1963 Impressions hit in Disney/Pixar's "Soul" brings this early Curtis Mayfield song to a whole new generation. Built on a soulful groove, jazzy twists, and a feel-good vibe, this

This swingin' standard has been recorded by artists from Art Garfunkel to Michael Buble. The big-band-style arrangement includes simple jazz harmonies, great instrumentation, and notated scat singing

"The way you wear your hat, the way you sip your tea... no, no, they can't take that away from me." One of the most charming songs of the 1930s, this was introduced by Fred Astaire in the film "Shall We

You won't be able to stop grinning with this duo of Put on a Happy Face from "Bye Bye Birdie" and You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile from "Annie." Both songs were written by

Originally written for "Kiss Me Kate," this sultry Cole Porter tune has become a treasured standard from the Great American Songbook. Plenty of unison, accessible jazz harmonies, and that classic Broadway

A delectable duo of old-school Broadway tunes from masters of American musical theater: the Gershwins and Cole Porter. Enjoy playful lyrics and sweet jazz harmonies in combination with a truly swingin'

This Gershwin gem has been made into an absolutely rip-roaring, no-holds-barred choral work. You want rhythm? You'll get it, in more ways than one! An outstanding arrangement of one of America's standards!

This classic tune from Rodgers and Hart's "Babes in Arms" has become a standard in the Great American Songbook. Covered by numerous jazz, pop, traditional, and Broadway singers, this love song with the

Mister (Fred) Rogers and his television neighborhood were a familiar and comforting companion to generations of young people. The music was an important part of each episode and helped reinforce the

This seamless four-minute tour pays tribute to the American songwriting team of George and Ira Gershwin. Smart voice leading and classic choral arranging techniques remain faithful to the cherished melodies

Unlike the original ballad heard in the operetta, this is an easy swing choral rendition placed in a key that is comfortable for developing voices, with careful attention to range and accessibility. The

Although it doesn't appear in the original 1939 film, this number from "The Wizard of Oz" is an energetic, swinging romp through one of the prominent dance crazes of the time period, and appears in many