Climb Ev'ry Mountain: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Tony Bennett / As performed by Margery McKay / As performed by Patricia Neway / As performed by Rodgers Hammerstein / Arranged by Kirby Shaw
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Jordan Smith's 2015 performance on "The Voice" wowed the audience with its smooth RB take on the Rodgers Hammerstein classic. This choral adaptation captures much of this RB flavor for a warm contemporary approach.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00334027
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About the Artist: Tony Bennett
Tony Bennett emerged as one of the twentieth century's most distinctive vocalists, bringing an elegant jazz sensibility to popular standards and Broadway material. His interpretations of classic American songs set a benchmark for phrasing, breath control, and emotional authenticity that continues to influence singers across genres.
Why we love this
Kirby Shaw's arrangement honors the Rodgers and Hammerstein original while infusing it with contemporary R&B warmth, creating something that feels both timeless and fresh. The result sits perfectly between reverence for the source material and accessibility for modern audiences, giving your singers permission to bring contemporary sensibility to a classic.
What to expect
Warm and aspirational, with a modern smoothness that honors the song's emotional core. The R&B inflection brings intimacy to the melody while the lush harmonic palette keeps the Rodgers and Hammerstein sophistication intact.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking contemporary arrangements of standards will find this especially useful. It works for intermediate to advanced high school choirs, collegiate groups, and community ensembles comfortable blending classical vocal technique with popular music styling.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening phrases with the legit vocal tone that defines this song, then gradually introduce the R&B inflections as the arrangement builds. The contrast between straight classical phrasing and contemporary styling is what makes this arrangement distinctive.
- Let the rhythm section breathe. This isn't a march; the groove sits slightly behind the beat in places, which requires the ensemble to trust the accompaniment's pocket rather than push ahead.
- Balance clarity with blend. The contemporary feel tempts singers toward individual expression, but the choral foundation still demands unified vowels and supported lines.
How to use it
This pairs beautifully on a concert that celebrates musical evolution and cross-genre collaboration. Consider programming it alongside either classic Broadway material to show how standards adapt, or contemporary pop to demonstrate the classical roots beneath modern arrangements.
Skills your students will build
- Blending classical vocal technique with contemporary vocal styling
- Phrase shaping across longer melodic lines with dynamic variation
- Rhythmic flexibility and pocket awareness in a grooved context
- Voice leading in R&B-influenced harmonies
- Interpretation and emotional delivery in a familiar standard