Broadway for Solo Singers: Vocal Book & Enhanced CD

The vocal arrangements by Albrecht and Fisher maintain the character and singability of each showtune while accommodating any voice type or age. Rather than offering separate male and female versions, these flexible arrangements let students claim the melodies authentically. The included background information for each song enriches the learning experience and helps singers understand the dramatic context they're performing.

These arrangements capture the warmth and theatrical storytelling that made each showtune endure. Whether you're singing the joy of 'A Brand New Day,' the yearning of 'Hopelessly Devoted to You,' or the wistful longing in 'Lullaby of Broadway,' the piano writing supports rather than overwhelms your voice, letting the melody and lyric shine.

This collection serves singers preparing for auditions, recitals, or performances who need reliable arrangements of beloved showtunes. It's equally suitable for high school soloists, college vocal majors, community theater singers, and adult vocalists returning to music. The flexibility of the arrangements and the quality of the accompaniments make these songs accessible to singers of varied experience levels.

• Work with the CD accompaniment during rehearsal to build confidence and ensemble awareness, but practice the vocal line independently first to ensure strong musical independence.
• Study the background information provided for each song before you begin learning the music; knowing the character and dramatic moment informs phrasing and emotional authenticity.
• Connect the lyric to your own experience rather than copying a recorded singer's interpretation; this repertoire rewards personal ownership.
• Pay attention to dynamic markings and tempo indications as guides to shaping each phrase, especially in songs like 'People' and 'Over the Rainbow' where sustained legit singing carries the emotional weight.

Build a solo recital around three to five of these pieces to show vocal range and stylistic versatility without sacrificing cohesion; a program mixing classic standards ('Over the Rainbow,' 'People') with character songs works well. You can also use individual selections in school concerts, cabaret-style fundraisers, or as encore pieces in a more formal vocal recital.

• Legit singing technique (sustained resonance and breath management across a full phrase)
• Stylistic interpretation of Broadway music and theatrical storytelling
• Flexible repertoire for audition prep
• Collaborative performance with pre-recorded accompaniment
• Understanding of dramatic context and character motivation