Jersey Boys (Choral Highlights): Choral Instrumental Pak
By Bob Gaudio / By Judy Parker / As performed by Frankie Valli The Four Seasons / Arranged by Mark Brymer
Item: 35-PK00033125
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Based on the inspiring rags-to-riches story of Frankie Valli The Four Seasons, this show won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical. This 8-minute medley captures the essence of the Broadway version and includes: "Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You," "December 1963," "Let's Hang On," "Stay, Who Loves You" and "Working My Way Back to You." Performance Time: Approx. 8:20.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00033125
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About the Composer: Bob Gaudio
Bob Gaudio co-founded The Four Seasons and served as the group's primary songwriter and keyboardist, crafting the unmistakable vocal arrangements and instrumental textures that defined their sound. His compositional work spans some of pop music's most enduring hits, songs that have remained in the cultural conversation for over six decades and continue to anchor contemporary choral programs.
Why we love this
This medley distills five instantly recognizable Four Seasons classics into a single, focused performance piece that audiences genuinely want to hear. Mark Brymer's arrangement respects the iconic vocal lines while giving your ensemble room to shine, and eight minutes is the perfect length for a concert slot that lands without overstaying its welcome.
What to expect
Infectious joy wrapped in close harmonies and propulsive rhythms. These songs carry a sense of earnest celebration and romantic optimism that connects immediately with listeners, delivered through arrangements that honor the original recordings while opening space for ensemble interpretation.
Who it's for
Programs looking to program recognizable pop hits alongside or instead of traditional show tunes will find real value here. This works equally well for spring concerts, pops nights, or any ensemble wanting to reach audiences with music they already love.
How to get the most out of it
- Center your rehearsal energy on nailing the rhythmic precision of each song's opening; these tracks live or die by their groove, and crisp ensemble attacks set the tone immediately.
- Layer in the recorded accompaniment during run-throughs early and often so singers develop confidence with the recorded tempo and texture before working without it.
- Balance lyrical warmth in the slower sections like 'December 1963' against the infectious drive of 'Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You,' treating each song as its own musical world.
- Pay attention to the transitions between songs; they'll determine whether the medley feels like five songs stitched together or one cohesive arc.
How to use it
Slot this into a pops concert as an accessible bridge between jazz repertoire and traditional show selections, or use it as an opener to energize the room and establish immediate rapport with your audience. It also works beautifully as a finale number when you want to send people home smiling.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing blend across multiple melodic layers within a medley format
- Maintaining consistent groove and rhythmic precision across tempo changes
- Executing clean section transitions under performance conditions
- Interpreting stylistically authentic phrasing from a pop and R&B vocal tradition