Get Me to the Church on Time: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Vocal Feature
Music by Frederick Loewe, lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner / arr. Mike Carubia
Grade: 3 (Medium)
Item: 00-PK-0002548
$50.00
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Here is a swinging jazz vocal quartet (or vocal solo) chart that is just what you need. Vocals are in F and include SATB, SSAA, and solo vocal all set in an outstanding Mike Carubia arrangement. If you've got vocal jazzers to show off, this chart is for you. An up-tempo swinger that will bring out the best in the vocalists and the band. Flexible voicings allow various combinations of male and female voices.
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Additional Details
Series:
Jazz Vocal Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
130
SKU:
00-PK-0002548
More about this title
About the Composer: Frederick Loewe
Frederick Loewe (1901-1988) was an Austrian-American composer whose theatrical works became cornerstones of the American musical theater repertoire. His partnership with lyricist Alan Jay Lerner produced some of the most enduring Broadway scores of the twentieth century, including My Fair Lady and Camelot. Loewe's melodies combine European sophistication with an instinctive grasp of theatrical storytelling, making his music as rewarding for jazz musicians as it is for classical performers.
Why we love this
Mike Carubia's arrangement captures the infectious energy of this Broadway classic while giving your vocal jazz ensemble genuine room to shine. The flexible voicings honor both the original's melodic beauty and the demands of contemporary jazz groups, and the up-tempo swing groove keeps rehearsals energized and performances compelling.
What to expect
Bright, optimistic, and unmistakably swinging. The tune practically demands a bounce in the ensemble's playing and an infectious confidence from the vocalists. There's an irresistible drive here, powered by strong harmonic changes and a groove that makes audiences want to move.
Who it's for
Jazz ensemble directors with vocal talent in the ensemble will find this chart ideal for showcasing singers while keeping the full band engaged. Suitable for high school jazz ensembles and college-level groups at the intermediate level.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the vocal lines carefully against the band; the vocalists should cut through without the ensemble pulling back. Stage rehearsals with the ensemble will help you find the right blend.
- Lock the rhythm section into a tight, swinging feel before layering in the horn parts. The groove is everything here.
- Use the solo options strategically. Feature your strongest vocalist or rotate voices across ensemble members to keep the arrangement fresh throughout the piece.
- Pay attention to the lyrical phrasing in the vocal parts; even at a brisk tempo, musical storytelling matters and will lift the entire performance.
How to use it
Program this as a concert opener or a show-closing number; either way, it energizes the room. The theatrical origins and cheerful character make it an excellent choice for a jazz concert mixed with both instrumentals and vocal features, and it pairs beautifully with other Broadway-era standards.
Skills your students will build
- Swing feel and jazz articulation on vocal lines
- Coordination between vocalist(s) and ensemble in jazz settings
- Flexible voice leading and part switching across SATB and SSAA configurations
- Rhythmic precision in up-tempo big band contexts
- Lyrical communication and theatrical presence in jazz performance