I Sing For You (from "Camp"): Piano/Vocal/Chords
Item: 00-PSP-000254
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Description
A little bit of comedy, a little bit of drama, and a lot of music make up the motion picture Camp. This inspirational movie profiles a group of singing, acting, and dancing teenagers discovering their own talent at summer camp. A must-have for anyone interested in performing in live musical theater, each unique character journeys from doubt to self-discovery in the realization that he/she really has what it takes to make it onstage. Catchy songs and upbeat dance numbers add humor to a movie with a whole lot of heart. Sing along and get inspired!
Alfred introduces the album-matching folio to the Camp soundtrack, with all arrangements included in the original keys. Music includes lyrics, melody line, and chord changes with professionally arranged piano accompaniment.
Songs: How Shall I See You Through My Tears * Century Plant * Here's Where I Stand * I Sing for You * The Want of a Nail * Wild Horses * The Ladies Who Lunch * Turkey Lurkey Time * Skyway * The Size of a Cow * On/Off * Right On Be Free * I Believe in Us * Round Are Way.
Alfred introduces the album-matching folio to the Camp soundtrack, with all arrangements included in the original keys. Music includes lyrics, melody line, and chord changes with professionally arranged piano accompaniment.
Songs: How Shall I See You Through My Tears * Century Plant * Here's Where I Stand * I Sing for You * The Want of a Nail * Wild Horses * The Ladies Who Lunch * Turkey Lurkey Time * Skyway * The Size of a Cow * On/Off * Right On Be Free * I Believe in Us * Round Are Way.
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Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
92
SKU:
00-PSP-000254
More about this title
About the Composer: Michael Gore
Michael Gore is a composer whose work in musical theater and film has shaped the sound of contemporary American music. His collaborations with lyricist Lynn Ahrens have produced scores that balance emotional depth with accessibility, making their work particularly valuable for educators introducing students to contemporary musical theater writing.
Why we love this
Gore and Ahrens craft songs that feel both theatrical and genuinely singable by young performers. The score captures the specific energy of a summer arts camp without condescension, giving singers material that respects their intelligence while remaining joyful and performable.
What to expect
The music radiates the specific mixture of vulnerability and humor that defines a summer arts experience. These songs move between moments of genuine emotional discovery and scenes of lighthearted ensemble fun, mirroring the journeys of teenagers finding their voices both literally and figuratively.
Who it's for
Singers preparing audition material for musical theater programs, voice students seeking contemporary theater repertoire, and pianists accompanying vocalists in lessons or recitals. This folio works equally well for soloists and for teachers building a repertoire library of singable, character-driven material.
How to get the most out of it
- Pay attention to the lyrical phrasing in each song; these melodies are written to sit naturally on the voice, so let the words guide your breath placement and sustains.
- Use the chord changes to shape your dynamic choices at the piano. Where the harmony shifts or becomes richer, the accompaniment often asks for a slight lift in energy.
- Notice which songs sit in your comfortable range and which require vocal flexibility. Transpose freely if a particular tune sits better for your voice; the folio includes original keys, not requirements.
How to use it
Slot individual songs into recitals or audition prep to give students material that feels contemporary and relatable. The variety of character types and moods across the folio makes it useful for building a mixed recital or for students exploring different vocal styles within a single composer's work.
Skills your students will build
- Reading chord symbols and lead sheet notation
- Balancing vocal line with accompaniment texture
- Interpreting character through lyrical storytelling in contemporary musical theater idiom
- Collaborative listening between voice and piano
- Sustaining legit musical theater vocal production across a full song