Best of Friends: 2-Part Choral Octavo

Name: Best of Friends: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-CHM01055
Price: 2.25 USD
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A Partner Song with "Friendship" and "We're Buddies"

Words and music by Cole Porter, original words and music by Greg Gilpin / arr. Greg Gilpin

Level: Easy

Item: 00-CHM01055

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From our Spotlight On Kids series comes this combination of Cole Porter's "Friendship" and a great original partner song from Greg Gilpin. Together they form a classic friendship that will work on any concert program.

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Series: Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 8

UPC: 654979991298

SKU: 00-CHM01055

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About the Composer: Cole Porter

Cole Porter (1891-1964) composed some of the most sophisticated and enduring popular songs of the twentieth century. His melodies are instantly memorable, his harmonies witty and unexpected, and his lyrics clever without being clever for their own sake. "Friendship" remains one of his most beloved compositions, recorded by countless artists across genres and generations.

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Why we love this

Greg Gilpin pairs Porter's timeless "Friendship" with an original companion song that feels like it belonged together from the start. The partner song concept gives young singers a sophisticated musical experience while keeping the technical demands well within reach, and the result works equally well on a spring concert or a program built entirely around community and connection.

What to expect

Warm and celebratory. Porter's "Friendship" brings an elegant, conversational quality that feels both sophisticated and deeply human. The original companion song complements that tone, creating an arrangement that sounds like a genuine musical conversation rather than a teaching piece dressed up as a song.

Who it's for

This octavo works for any middle or high school choir, including beginning programs or mixed groups where part independence is still developing. It also suits adult community choirs and festival settings where repertoire needs to be accessible without feeling juvenile.

How to get the most out of it

Let the two melodies breathe as equals. Neither line is accompaniment; both deserve clarity and presence throughout.
Establish the style early in rehearsal by listening to Porter recordings. The sophistication comes from phrasing and tone, not from technical difficulty.
Explore the harmonic moments where the two melodies intersect. These are the points that make the partner song concept shine.
Use the recorded accompaniment in rehearsals to build confidence, then encourage singers to feel the pulse independently so they own the performance.

How to use it

Program this as a set with other secular pieces that emphasize connection and joy, or use it alone as a moment of lightness on a concert. The partner song concept also makes it useful for a youth choral demonstration or a festival where you want to showcase both musical sophistication and ensemble unity.