Crazy 'Bout Croonin' (A Medley for Men): Guitar
Featuring: Three Coins in the Fountain / Crazy 'Bout Ya Baby / Shangri-La
Arr. Andy Beck
Item: 00-PC-0016194_G
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Description
Fans of the musical review Forever Plaid will adore this trio of old-school crooner songs set for 4-part men's voices. This is the kind of music that guys can really sink their teeth into and that ladies love to hear. A musical "babe magnet." SoundPax includes rhythm.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PC-0016194_G
Instrumentation:
SoundPax
More about this title
About the Arranger: Andy Beck
Andy Beck directs choral publications at Alfred Music and has established himself as one of the most performed contemporary choral arrangers in the field. His catalog includes more than 450 works for choirs, vocal ensembles, and musical theatre productions; his educational resources on sight singing and vocal technique are used in classrooms across North America. A trained tenor and experienced musical theatre director, he brings performer's insight to every arrangement he creates.
Beyond the page, Andy remains active as a guest conductor for honor choirs, an adjudicator at festivals, and a clinician for music educators. His work has been commissioned by all-state groups and performed extensively by singers worldwide. He holds degrees from Ithaca College and Northwest Missouri State University and has sung as a studio artist for Alfred Music since 1992.
Why we love this
Men's choirs rarely get repertoire that feels this fun and genuinely singable without sacrificing arranging craft. Beck's medley captures the charm of classic crooner material with four-part writing that sits beautifully for male voices, giving each section satisfying lines and a chance to show off. The rhythmic groove and accessibility make this the kind of piece that builds camaraderie in rehearsal and earns genuine applause at concerts.
What to expect
Smooth, confident, and playful. These classic crooner songs feel timeless when sung in unison by male voices, and the medley structure keeps energy moving while allowing moments of genuine warmth and character to emerge. It's the sound of singers who know how to sell a song and enjoy themselves doing it.
Who it's for
Men's choirs and mixed ensembles with strong male sections looking for high-impact secular repertoire that audiences genuinely want to hear. This works particularly well for groups that enjoy musical theatre, barber shop traditions, or any program where charisma and swing matter as much as vocal technique.
How to get the most out of it
- Lean into the rhythmic pocket. The SoundPax rhythm section provides the groove; lock your part against it early so the ensemble finds its pocket together.
- Shape each song in the medley distinctly. Even though these are connected pieces, slight variations in tempo and dynamics between songs keep the performance fresh and prevent fatigue.
- Balance the top voices. With four-part writing, tenors often carry melody; make sure they're supported by strong baritone and bass lines beneath them so the blend stays cohesive throughout.
- Record a rehearsal and listen back. Crooner style depends on rhythmic feel and phrasing nuance; hearing yourselves as an ensemble reveals where refinement in articulation and release timing will pay off.
How to use it
Program this during the lighter half of a concert where it can land with maximum entertainment impact, or use it as a signature closing number for a spring pops program. It pairs well alongside more serious repertoire as a tonal and stylistic contrast, and works beautifully in informal settings like alumni events or community performances where the audience appreciates accessible, well-crafted singing.
Skills your students will build
- Singing in a rhythmic pocket with recorded accompaniment
- Blending four-part voices with clear voice leading across tenor, baritone, and bass
- Phrasing and interpretation of popular music idioms
- Connecting multiple songs as a unified medley without losing momentum