Beboppin' Santa Claus: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Kirby Shaw
Item: 35-PK00092064
$20.00
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"Who's that up there in the sky, singin' and swingin' as he flies by?" Why it's Beboppin' Santa Claus, of course! This jazz original is perfect for show and jazz groups and makes a great opener for your holiday programs. Duration: ca. 2:15.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00092064
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About the Composer: Kirby Shaw
Kirby Shaw has built his reputation as both a prolific composer and an inspiring educator, earning respect across 45 states and internationally in Canada, Australia, Sweden, The Netherlands, Italy, Spain, and Germany. He holds degrees in Music Education and Choral Composition from San Jose State University and a DMA in Choral Conducting from the University of Washington. His teaching combines deep musical knowledge with genuine humor, creating an environment where learning feels natural and exciting.
Shaw's compositional voice has shaped choral music education for decades. He has written over 2,500 choral arrangements and compositions that have sold nearly 20 million copies worldwide, earning him multiple ASCAP awards. His experience directing vocal jazz ensembles at the College of the Siskiyous, Colorado State University, and the University of Missouri at Kansas City, combined with his work as a scatter vocalist alongside artists like Bobby McFerrine and Al Jarreau, gives him unique insight into how jazz language can enliven choral music. Currently directing the Jefferson State Choral Coalition at Southern Oregon University, Shaw continues to create innovative repertoire that challenges and delights performers.
Why we love this
Shaw writes holiday jazz with real swing and personality, never resorting to oversimplification or cuteness. The opening lyric sets up a visual story that immediately draws audiences in, and the upbeat, accessible jazz style gives your ensemble genuine style without demanding years of jazz experience. For programs seeking an opener with energy and charm, this delivers exactly that.
What to expect
The piece lands somewhere between novelty and genuine swing, keeping things light and fun without winking at the audience. You hear the joy of a big-band era reimagined for a modern vocal group, complete with rhythmic precision and an unshakeable groove that makes the story feel alive and present.
Who it's for
Show choirs and jazz ensembles looking for a holiday piece that brings both joy and musicality to their programs. Young to intermediate singers can handle this without extensive jazz background, though directors should be comfortable guiding singers into a swing feel and conversational phrasing.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the rhythm section's groove first. Once your drums, bass, and piano nail the pocket, the voices land naturally inside the swing feel.
- Shape the melody with storytelling in mind. The opening question invites a conversational, almost conversational delivery from your lead vocalist.
- Balance brightness with swing. Avoid a stiff or overly formal articulation; let the rhythm support a lighter, more playful vocal quality.
- Use the recorded accompaniment for reference, but consider rehearsing without it occasionally so singers feel their own rhythmic independence.
How to use it
Open your winter concert with this. The upbeat character and immediate musical hooks create momentum from the first moments, setting a festive tone that lets you transition into deeper repertoire. Its 2:15 duration also makes it perfect for variety show formats or as a palate cleanser between heavier selections.
Skills your students will build
- Swing feel and rhythmic precision in a jazz idiom
- Conversational phrasing and storytelling through melody
- Coordination with rhythm section accompaniment
- Blues-based harmony and jazz voicing concepts