Crazy Little Thing Called Love (arr. Kirby Shaw): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Queen / As performed by Dwight Yoakam / Arranged by Kirby Shaw
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With a walking bass line, sizzling horns and over-the-top vocals this rock-a-billy hit from Queen gets a vocal jazz remake! Equally effective with pop/show choirs, this chart will put your group on the map!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00312852
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About the Artist: Queen
Queen redefined what rock music could be, blending operatic ambition with raw energy and showmanship. Freddie Mercury's fearless vocal approach and the band's willingness to experiment across genres gave them a catalog that spans from hard rock anthems to infectious pop singles, all marked by meticulous arrangements and uncompromising musicality.
Why we love this
Kirby Shaw understood exactly what makes this song tick: the propulsive simplicity of the hook, the rhythmic drive of that walking bass, and the personality required to sell it. This arrangement walks the line between fun and musicianship in a way that rewards both pop choirs seeking contemporary material and jazz-adjacent groups wanting something with genuine harmonic interest.
What to expect
Energetic and confident without being cheesy, this version combines a swinging jazz sensibility with rockabilly swagger. The instrumentation crackles with attitude, and the vocal moments invite performers to commit fully to the charm of the original while playing in a more sophisticated harmonic landscape.
Who it's for
Pop choirs, show choirs, and jazz vocal ensembles looking for contemporary material that doesn't sacrifice musicality for fun. Groups comfortable with rock and roll attitude but wanting arrangements that showcase genuine harmonic craft will find real substance here.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the walking bass line early in rehearsals. It's the engine that drives the entire arrangement, so once your bass section owns it, everything else sits on solid ground.
- Shape the horn parts with attention to their rhythmic precision. They should cut through cleanly without bulldozing the vocal blend.
- Push for vocal clarity on the melody. The familiarity of this tune is your asset only if audiences can hear every word; diction matters more than volume here.
- Let the arrangement breathe at structural breaks. Resist the urge to rush; the spaces between sections are where the rockabilly character actually lives.
How to use it
Program this alongside other contemporary pop standards to anchor a concert segment that appeals to casual listeners while showing off your group's stylistic range. It's the kind of piece that builds audience goodwill and gives your singers a chance to perform with genuine personality.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic independence in walking bass lines
- Balanced blend between vocals and horn parts
- Character-driven vocal interpretation in a pop/jazz context
- Ensemble precision with syncopated rhythms
- Stylistic awareness of rockabilly and jazz vocal aesthetics