Moon River (from Breakfast At Tiffany's) (arr. David von Kampen): SATB Choral Octavo
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Moon River (from Breakfast At Tiffany's) (arr. David von Kampen): SATB Choral Octavo

As performed by Johnny Mercer / Arranged by David von Kampen

Item: 35-DS01624402
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 6
SKU: 35-DS01624402

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About the Artist: Johnny Mercer

Johnny Mercer stands among American popular songwriting's most prolific voices, crafting lyrics that balance sophistication with accessibility across decades of film, radio, and stage work. His gift for conversational melody and emotionally direct wordplay made him a preferred collaborator for composers from Henry Mancini to Jerome Kern, and his songs have become standards precisely because they speak to listeners across generations without losing their wit or warmth.

Why we love this

Von Kampen's arrangement honors the song's intimate character while giving choirs genuine voice independence and textural variety. The writing sits comfortably for mixed voices and builds from delicate unison moments to richer harmonic textures, making it rewarding for both singers and audiences without requiring advanced vocal technique.

What to expect

The song carries the gentleness of early morning reflection and wonder. The harmonic language feels warm and slightly wistful, inviting singers and listeners alike into a moment of quiet contemplation that never tips into sentimentality.

Who it's for

Choirs seeking accessible material that bridges classical and popular idioms will find this arrangement both flexible and genuinely musical. It works equally well for community ensembles, school choirs, and semi-professional groups looking to program something instantly recognizable without descending into oversimplification.

How to get the most out of it

  • Approach the opening unison passage with restraint; the beauty lives in simplicity and clarity of text, not volume.
  • Isolate the inner voices in rehearsal to ensure the harmonic progression supports rather than overwhelms the melody.
  • Shape phrases around the lyrical content rather than strict four-bar units; Mercer's words deserve conversational phrasing.

How to use it

This fits naturally into pops concerts, holiday programs celebrating American songbook standards, or any set exploring film music's enduring contribution to choral repertoire. Its six-page length makes it ideal for programming alongside other shorter works or as a measured contrast to more demanding contemporary pieces.

Skills your students will build

  • Balancing melody against supporting harmonic voices
  • Singing with lyrical phrasing in jazz-influenced harmonic language
  • Blending voices in unison passages and transitioning to four-part writing
  • Interpreting text with emotional authenticity in a pop idiom

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