Another Op'nin', Another Show: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Philip Kern's arrangement captures the infectious energy and theatrical charm of Porter's original without overwhelming young singers. The 2-beat style keeps things driving and fun, while the inclusion of movement and staging suggestions transforms this from a song into a complete performance moment that gets audiences smiling from the first note.

Pure theatrical joy. The song radiates the energy and optimism of opening night, with bright, confident lyrics and a rhythm that makes you want to move. It's the kind of number that puts an audience in a good mood before anything else happens on stage.

High school and advanced middle school choirs looking for an accessible Broadway opener with genuine theatrical substance. Directors seeking a fun, crowd-pleasing number that teaches performers how to deliver Broadway style with clarity and character.

• Lean into the character and wit of the lyrics. Encourage singers to embrace the showbiz attitude and delivery the text with personality, not just accuracy.
• Use the SoundTrax accompaniment in rehearsal to lock the ensemble's rhythm and phrasing, then gradually reduce reliance on it as confidence grows.
• Balance the 2-beat feel so it swings without dragging. Work sections slowly at first to ensure clean articulation and ensemble unity before bringing the tempo up.
• Incorporate the suggested staging early in rehearsal. Even simple choreography or positioning makes the song come alive and helps singers perform with more presence and commitment.

Open a concert with this to set a festive, theatrical tone. It also works beautifully as part of a Broadway-themed program or as the signature song for a musical theatre unit. The built-in movement makes it ideal for pops concerts, holiday shows, or any performance that benefits from an immediate energy boost.

• Broadway style and theatrical delivery of lyrics
• Singing in 2-beat feel with consistent rhythmic drive
• Coordinate singing with choreographed movement or staging
• Ensemble balance and blend in a fast-moving, dialogue-driven arrangement
• Character interpretation and personality in performance