Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang): 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo
From the Motion Picture Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman / arr. Jeff Funk
Item: 00-PO-0004752
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Description
Who can forget the catchy title song from the hit movie by the same title? The novelty of this tune is found in the articulation challenges of the lyrics and the sound-effect styling of the melody. The tempo is exciting and the accompaniment tracks are a thrill in themselves. This will be a fun and light addition to any program.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
8
SKU:
00-PO-0004752
More about this title
About the Composer: Richard M. Sherman
Richard M. Sherman, along with his brother Robert B. Sherman, shaped the sound of American musical theater and film scoring across five decades. The Sherman Brothers composed the scores for numerous Disney animated films and live-action musicals, including Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, creating melodies that have become part of the cultural fabric.
Their gift lay in writing songs that appealed equally to children and adults, combining memorable hooks with sophisticated harmonic language. Richard Sherman's arrangements and compositions remain teaching tools in music education, demonstrating how to balance accessibility with musical craft.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures the playful energy of the original film score while making the piece genuinely singable for young mixed ensembles. The rhythmic precision required by the lyrical articulation keeps singers engaged and focused, and the novelty factor makes it a crowd-pleaser that doesn't sacrifice musicality.
What to expect
Playful and whimsical, with a driving rock-influenced groove that sits somewhere between novelty song and genuine musical theater craft. The melody is immediately catchy, and the sound effects woven into the arrangement create moments of humor and theatrical flair that keep the ensemble engaged.
Who it's for
Developing mixed voice choirs in middle school through early high school who are ready for rhythmic precision and articulation challenges. This works especially well for directors looking to program something accessible yet musically engaging, with built-in entertainment value for audiences.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the tempo brisk and energetic throughout; the articulation of the lyrics drives the forward momentum more than a slow approach ever could.
- Shape the sound-effect passages with precision and clarity. These moments need rhythmic unison and clear diction to land the comedy.
- Balance the three parts so the SAB voicing stays transparent; resist letting any one line dominate the texture.
- Use the recorded accompaniment to lock in the rhythmic feel; the groove of these tracks is part of what makes the arrangement work.
How to use it
Pair this with other lighter pops and novelty pieces to create an energetic, entertaining section of your concert. It works beautifully as a program opener or closer, and its eight-page length makes it a perfect palate-cleansing contrast to more serious choral literature.
Skills your students will build
- Articulation control in fast-moving lyrical passages
- Rhythmic precision in mixed meter and syncopated accompaniment figures
- Diction clarity at tempo
- SAB voice balance and independence
- Stylistic singing in a contemporary pop-influenced arrangement