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Let Me Entertain You: SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

From the Musical Gypsy

Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, music by Jule Styne / arr. Larry Shackley

Item: 00-A-00015302

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-A-00015302

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About the Composer: Jule Styne

Jule Styne (1905-1975) was one of Broadway's most prolific composers, creating the scores for some of musical theater's most enduring works. His melodies are instantly recognizable and built for singers; they sit naturally in the voice while remaining rhythmically engaging and dramatically compelling.

Styne's gift for writing hooks that stick with audiences made him a favorite for major productions. His collaborations with lyricists like Stephen Sondheim, Betty Comden, and Adolph Green produced standards that continue to define American musical theater. For choral programs, his catalog offers sophisticated yet highly singable material that connects students to Broadway's golden age.

Why we love this

This arrangement captures the swagger and theatrical energy of the original without overwhelming younger singers. Shackley's voicing keeps the piece accessible while maintaining the character and phrasing that makes Styne's melodies so effective, and the movement and staging suggestions give your singers real dramatic choices to make onstage.

What to expect

The piece pulses with confidence and charm. It has the feel of a showstopper number: energetic, memorable, and built to showcase your singers' ability to connect with an audience both musically and dramatically. The melody is warm and inviting, the rhythm is propulsive, and the whole thing sparkles with Broadway pizzazz.

Who it's for

This arrangement works for intermediate to advanced choral groups looking to program Broadway repertoire with style and substance. It's sized for mixed choirs and suits groups comfortable with rhythmic coordination and theatrical interpretation.

How to get the most out of it

  • Commit to the swagger in the rhythm section. The groove isn't laid back; it should feel intentional and sharp, which gives the piece its entertainers' attitude.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment in early rehearsals to lock down the harmonic language and style, then gradually move toward independence so singers own the phrasing.
  • Shape the melodic line with clarity. Styne's melodies are meant to be heard; articulation and phrase direction matter more than volume.
  • Lean into the theatrical staging cues. This piece invites personality and movement; encourage singers to find their character's intention in each section.

How to use it

Program this as a concert centerpiece or pops show highlight where you want to showcase your ensemble's versatility and stage presence. It pairs well with other Broadway selections or stands alone as a statement piece that reminds audiences why musical theater repertoire belongs in choral concerts.

Skills your students will build

  • Broadway phrasing and interpretation conventions
  • Rhythmic precision in syncopated material
  • Theatrical presence and intentional movement onstage
  • Ensemble balance while maintaining lyrical independence
  • Stylistic consistency across vocal parts in a pop-choral idiom

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