A Broadway Song: SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

$27.99 USD

A Broadway Song: SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

(A Partner Song with "Give My Regards to Broadway")

Words and music by George M. Cohan / arr., with additional words and music, by Sally K. Albrecht and Jay Althouse

Item: 00-A-00015652

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs

Publisher: Alfred Music

SKU: 00-A-00015652

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About the Composer: George M. Cohan

George M. Cohan (1878-1942) was an American composer, lyricist, playwright, and performer who shaped the sound of early twentieth-century musical theatre. His prolific output defined the American musical comedy tradition, blending infectious melodies with sophisticated harmonic language that influenced generations of Broadway composers. Cohan's work remains a cornerstone of choral repertoire, offering students access to the vernacular style that built modern American musical theater.

As both creator and performer, Cohan understood what audiences wanted to hear and what performers needed to deliver. His songs combine accessibility with genuine musical craft, making them ideal for choral programs seeking repertoire that feels contemporary yet substantive.

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Why we love this

This arrangement captures the buoyant charm of Cohan's songwriting in a format that choirs can execute with real personality. The partner song structure gives singers something active to do with the melody, preventing the accompaniment from shouldering all the musical weight, while the recorded accompaniment option means you can rehearse independently or perform backed by professional orchestration.

What to expect

Infectious and spirited, with the unmistakable bounce of vaudeville-influenced melody undercut by genuine musical intelligence. There's an optimism here that feels earned rather than imposed, a warmth that comes from melody designed to lodge itself in the listener's ear.

Who it's for

Choirs at all levels looking for authentic early American musical theatre repertoire that performers and audiences genuinely enjoy. The arrangement works equally well for youth choirs building foundational ensemble skills and adult choirs seeking lighter programming without sacrificing musical substance.

How to get the most out of it

Lean into the rhythmic precision of Cohan's syncopation; these melodies sit somewhere between speech and song, so clarity of diction matters as much as vocal beauty.
Balance the two melodic lines carefully if performing the partner song version; neither part should recede into harmony, as both carry equal narrative weight.
Use the recorded accompaniment as a rehearsal tool early on to lock the groove, then consider performing a cappella or with acoustic piano to let the voices occupy the full sonic landscape.

How to use it

Place this in a concert celebrating American songwriting, or use it as an intermission piece to shift energy after heavier repertoire. Its theatrical heritage also makes it natural programming alongside other early twentieth-century musical theatre selections.