Hey, Look Me Over: SATB Choral Octavo
Music by Cy Coleman, lyric by Carolyn Leigh / arr. Carl Strommen
Level: Moderate
Item: 00-PO-0004796
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Description
From the Broadway classic Wildcat comes this timeless hit redone in Carl Strommen's trademark style that incorporates all the frolicking fun of the original.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0004796
More about this title
About the Composer: Cy Coleman
Cy Coleman (1929-2004) composed some of Broadway's most infectious melodies, creating scores for Wildcat, Sweet Charity, On the Twentieth Century, and City of Angels. His gift for writing memorable, singable lines paired with sophisticated harmonic language made him a favorite among both performers and audiences. Coleman's melodies have endured because they balance theatrical flair with genuine melodic substance, offering arrangers rich material to reimagine across different styles and voicings.
Beyond Broadway, Coleman was equally at home in jazz and concert music, a versatility that shaped his compositional voice. His work demonstrates how a strong tune can thrive across multiple contexts, a principle that makes pieces like "Hey, Look Me Over" so valuable for music educators seeking repertoire with real theatrical energy.
Why we love this
Carl Strommen captures the irrepressible spirit of the original without sacrificing accessibility. At Grade 3, this arrangement delivers the swagger and charm of a Broadway showstopper while remaining genuinely singable by developing choirs. Strommen's orchestration instincts translate beautifully to the choral medium, giving you a piece that feels substantial in performance yet doesn't require advanced vocal technique.
What to expect
Brash, confident, and unabashedly theatrical. The piece radiates optimism and verve, with rhythmic momentum that pulls singers and audiences alike into its infectious energy. It's the musical equivalent of a character demanding attention and admiration, executed with enough harmonic sophistication to avoid feeling thin or simplistic.
Who it's for
Intermediate to advancing high school choirs and strong middle school choirs seeking upbeat, engagement-friendly concert repertoire. Directors who want to introduce their singers to Broadway arranging without compromising musicianship will find this ideal. The moderate difficulty level makes it accessible for choirs still building their reading skills while offering enough textural interest to satisfy more experienced singers.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the rhythmic drive steady throughout; this song thrives on forward momentum, so resist the urge to indulge in ritardandos that undercut the buoyancy.
- Balance the part-writing so that all four voices remain audible even during busy harmonic sections; clarity serves the fun factor.
- Shape individual phrases rather than treating entire sections as one long line; "Hey, Look Me Over" is built on short, punchy vocal ideas that deserve their own arc.
How to use it
Program this as an opener or second piece on a concert that mixes styles and moods; its upbeat personality resets audience energy and signals that you're aiming for variety. Pair it with contrasting material (a gentle madrigal, a contemporary art song) to let its theatrical exuberance stand out. It also works well in spring or end-of-year concerts where the mood calls for celebration and humor.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision and forward momentum in driving 4/4 patterns
- Harmonic awareness through stacked voicing in popular music contexts
- Theatrical interpretation and text delivery in a secular Broadway context
- Balance and blend within SATB texture during syncopated passages