All For The Best: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Stephen Schwartz / Arranged by Mac Huff
Item: 35-PK00236740
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Description
Two cheerful melodies combine in this bouncy soft shoe number from "Godspell" that echoes the music of an earlier generation of Broadway songwriters, but with a message that heaven will be the reward. Duration: ca. 2:30.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00236740
More about this title
About the Artist: Stephen Schwartz
Stephen Schwartz has shaped musical theater for over five decades, beginning with his work on "Godspell" in the early 1970s. His gift for writing singable melodies with substantive lyrics has made him one of Broadway's most enduring composers; his later works, including "Pippin" and "Wicked," demonstrate a composer equally at home with intimate theater and grand spectacle.
Why we love this
Mac Huff's arrangement captures the infectious optimism of Schwartz's original without overshadowing the choir. The two-melody counterpoint gives singers real harmonic work while keeping the overall texture light and transparent, making it rewarding for choirs that want to showcase ensemble precision without heavy vocal demands.
What to expect
Buoyant and optimistic, with the casual charm of vintage Broadway. The melodies sit comfortably in the voice and the rhythm pulses with a gentle swagger reminiscent of 1960s songwriting.
Who it's for
Choirs looking for accessible yet musically interesting concert material, or programs building a Broadway or light concert set. The combo voicing makes it flexible for various group sizes and skill levels.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the two melodic lines together in sectionals before rehearsing them combined; students need to hear exactly how the parts interlock and support each other.
- Emphasize the soft shoe rhythm section with light, bouncy articulation; this number lives in the space between jazz and pop, so precision in the rhythm section will make or break the feel.
- Keep the tempo moving without rushing; at 2:30, there's no room for dragging, and the cheerfulness depends on maintaining forward momentum.
How to use it
Pair this with other Schwartz works or similar-era Broadway numbers for a concert exploring the legacy of musical theater composers. Its brevity and upbeat character make it an excellent closer or pick-me-up after more serious repertoire.
Skills your students will build
- Reading two independent melodic lines sung simultaneously
- Maintaining rhythmic precision in soft shoe style
- Balancing between harmonic and rhythmic function within the choir
- Singing in the contemporary Broadway idiom