Almost Like Being In Love: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Alan Jay Lerner / By Frederick Loewe / Arranged by Mac Huff
Item: 35-PK00026942
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This beloved ballad from "Brigadoon" is Broadway at its best! Expressive harmonies over a lush piano accompaniment make this a perfect setting for concert groups. Performance Time: Approx. 4:20
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Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00026942
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About the Composer: Alan Jay Lerner
Alan Jay Lerner revolutionized musical theater by raising the literary standard of the Broadway libretto and lyric. His collaboration with composer Frederick Loewe produced some of the most enduring works in American theater, including "My Fair Lady," "Gigi," and "Brigadoon." Lerner's gift for crafting lyrics that serve both emotional truth and musical line makes his work exceptionally rewarding for student singers to learn from.
For music educators, Lerner's output offers a masterclass in prosody and storytelling. His lyrics sit naturally on the melody, model sophisticated harmonic language, and tackle genuine human emotion without sentimentality. Teaching his work gives students access to some of the finest examples of how words and music can enhance each other.
Why we love this
Mac Huff's arrangement preserves the romantic sweep of the original while giving choral singers something substantive to do harmonically. The piano accompaniment is rich without being heavy, and the special voicing sits naturally in most singers' ranges, making this accessible for intermediate and advanced concert groups alike. Programming this solo offers a graceful contrast to heavier repertoire and gives your singers a piece they'll genuinely enjoy performing.
What to expect
A moment of quiet certainty. Two people recognizing something true about love that they didn't expect to find, set to music that feels both intimate and generous. The harmonies are warm without being saccharine; there's real sophistication underneath the accessibility.
Who it's for
Treble, mixed, and concert choirs looking for Broadway music that doesn't lean on belting or comic energy. This works especially well for groups comfortable with mild chromatic harmony and able to sustain longer phrases with textural sensitivity. Singers who've never encountered Lerner and Loewe's work will walk away understanding why this era defined American musical theater.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melody line so the lyrics shine through; this story matters as much as the harmony beneath it.
- Shape the phrase arcs with gentle breath placement rather than driving toward downbeats, which lets the ballad's natural lyricism emerge.
- Work the piano part as an equal partner in rehearsals, not as accompaniment; the accompanist colors the emotional landscape significantly.
- Reserve some dynamic room in early verses so climactic moments land with earned intensity rather than predictability.
How to use it
Slot this between stronger dramatic pieces to give your audience and your singers a breath, or use it as a closing number if you want to end on warmth rather than spectacle. It pairs beautifully in a program exploring Great American Songwriting or serves as a standalone showcase for your choir's lyrical quality. At just over four minutes, it's the ideal length for a middle-of-concert palate cleanser.
Skills your students will build
- Phrasing in longer melodic lines without obvious punctuation
- Singing harmony that moves chromatically while tracking the underlying harmonic structure
- Lyrical clarity and storytelling within ensemble texture
- Balancing individual voice quality with blend in special voicings