Friendship: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Words and music by Cole Porter / arr. Sally K. Albrecht
Item: 00-PO-0002921
$2.25
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Cole Porter's memorable, tongue-in-cheek lyrics make this the quintessential "friendship" song. These fresh and fun treble arrangements feature three optional solos and a descant. Optional clarinet parts are available free, online. "When other friendships have been forgot, ours will still be hot." Featured on the Danza! Movement DVD (00-31225).
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0002921
More about this title
About the Composer: Cole Porter
Cole Porter (1891-1964) was an American composer and lyricist who revolutionized musical theater through his sophisticated wit, elegant melodies, and clever wordplay. His songs became standards of the American songbook, performed across jazz, pop, and classical contexts for generations. Porter's ability to craft memorable tunes paired with sharp, intelligent lyrics made him one of the most influential theatrical composers of the 20th century.
Porter's work remains central to music education because his songs teach harmonic sophistication, rhythmic clarity, and the marriage of words to melody. His catalog offers educators access to genuine theatrical material that engages students through humor and cultural relevance while developing their musicianship.
Why we love this
Sally K. Albrecht's arrangement captures Porter's irreverent spirit while making it genuinely singable for young treble voices. The optional solos and descant create natural opportunities for featured singers without locking anyone out of the ensemble sound, and the tongue-in-cheek lyrics will get your singers smiling the moment they read through the text.
What to expect
Witty and warm. The melody settles comfortably in a conversational range, and Porter's tongue-in-cheek promise that "ours will still be hot" lands with genuine charm rather than schmaltz. You get sophisticated harmonies wrapped in a package that feels light and fun to sing.
Who it's for
Middle school and high school choirs with treble voicings who want accessible, engaging secular repertoire with real theatrical character. Directors seeking short, high-energy pieces that work for concerts, assemblies, or social events will find this exceptionally practical.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the tempo conversational and light. These lyrics deserve clarity and comedic timing, so resist the urge to rush; articulation and diction do the heavy lifting.
- Feature the optional solos strategically. Even if you use only one or two of the three available solos, they break up the ensemble texture and let different singers shine.
- Balance the descant carefully during rehearsal. It should float above rather than dominate; mark dynamics in the two-part texture so singers know when to pull back.
- Use the recorded accompaniment to lock in the style and groove. Porter's songs sit naturally in jazz-influenced harmonic language, and the recording models that swing and rubato for your singers.
How to use it
Program this alongside other upbeat secular standards to create a "Great American Songbook" concert segment, or use it as a standalone opener that sets a playful tone for your event. Its modest length and optional staging (the Danza! Movement DVD is referenced) also make it ideal for assemblies or informal performances where you want something polished but not overly elaborate.
Skills your students will build
- Phrasing conversational lyrics with musical integrity
- Balancing descant and two-part harmony
- Singing in a jazz-influenced harmonic language
- Managing optional solo passages within ensemble contexts
- Interpreting character and wit through vocal delivery