Vocal Musical Scores & Selections

Teachers consistently reach for the ABBA vocal selections by Benny Andersson, particularly "I Have a Dream" and "Mamma Mia! (Play the Songs That Inspired)," which offer familiar melodies that students enjoy learning. "Cole Porter: The Platinum Collection" remains a cornerstone resource for those teaching classic American songwriting, while "The Book of Mormon: Sheet Music from the Broadway Musical" by Trey Parker and "Pippin" by Stephen Schwartz appeal to teachers working with students drawn to contemporary musical theater.

Cole Porter stands out as the most prolific contributor with 74 titles in this collection, establishing himself as the backbone of American songbook teaching. His "Platinum Collection" consistently sells well and gives teachers a curated entry point into his sophisticated harmonic language and wit. Michael John LaChisua's 39 titles and Johnny Mercer's 37 bring depth to the standards catalog, representing decades of American popular song across different eras and styles.

Galt MacDermot, known for his work on the groundbreaking musical Hair, contributes 31 titles here with a distinctly different sensibility from the traditional songbook writers. His "Four Score / Abie Baby" shows how rock and theatrical music can coexist in vocal instruction. William Finn's 20 titles and Dan Goggin's work in musical comedy round out the collection with voices that lean toward humor and contemporary theatrical storytelling.