42nd Street: 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo
Words by Al Dubin, music by Harry Warren / arr. Carl Strommen
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Description
Harry Warren was one of the great songwriters of the 30s. Classic movie buffs will recall the scene of Dick Powell and Ruby Keeler tap dancing on the top of a taxi cab in the movie version of "Forty Second Street." A fantastic Strommen arrangement!
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0004735
More about this title
About the Composer: Harry Warren
Harry Warren (1893-1981) composed some of the most enduring popular songs of the 1930s and 1940s, writing hits for major Hollywood films during the golden age of musicals. His melodies balanced sophistication with immediate appeal, making them standards that have outlasted the films themselves. Warren won three Academy Awards and worked with lyricists including Al Dubin and Johnny Mercer, creating the soundtrack to American popular culture during a transformative era.
Why we love this
Carl Strommen's arrangement captures the energy and charm of Warren's original without losing the melody's natural appeal. This is a song your singers will recognize and enjoy performing, yet the voicing sits comfortably in the middle-school to early high-school range. The recorded accompaniment option makes it accessible for programs with limited piano resources.
What to expect
Bright, rhythmically driven, and full of the elegance that defines 1930s popular song. The arrangement captures the giddy excitement of the original film moment, with enough harmonic sophistication to keep singers engaged without overwhelming them.
Who it's for
Middle school through early high school choirs looking for accessible pop repertoire with genuine Hollywood pedigree. Groups seeking material that appeals to singers and audiences alike will find this a natural fit; the song's fame means even younger singers connect to it immediately.
How to get the most out of it
- Lean into the syncopation and rhythmic character of the melody; this is a tap-dancing song at heart, so crisp articulation in the upper voices will bring out its energy.
- Balance the middle voice against the sopranos so the harmony doesn't muddy. This arrangement likely leans on the tenors or altos to anchor the chord, so rehearse those parts with clarity in mind.
- Let the story inform your interpretation. This is Dick Powell and Ruby Keeler on a taxi cab; find the joy and lightness rather than aiming for a weightier sound.
How to use it
Program this as a concert opener or the finale of a lighter set; its recognizable melody and upbeat character make it an ideal crowd-pleaser. Consider pairing it with other Warren standards or other pop-choral arrangements from the Alfred Archive to build a themed program around classic Hollywood.
Skills your students will build
- Singing syncopated rhythms with precision and clarity
- Balancing three independent melodic lines in close harmony
- Interpreting popular song style with rhythmic vitality
- Sight-reading three-part mixed voicing (SAB)