My House (from Peter Pan Suite) (arr. Emily Crocker): SA Choral Octavo

Emily Crocker's arrangement captures the whimsy and charm of Bernstein's original while creating genuine musical content that respects your singers' abilities. The SA voicing opens this iconic Broadway moment to younger or developing choirs without simplifying the harmonic language that makes Bernstein's writing distinctive.

Warm and inviting, with an understated sophistication. The piece carries the intimate quality of Bernstein's theatrical voice, creating moments of genuine tenderness without sentimentality.

SA choirs at the middle or early high school level, or adult ensembles seeking accessible Broadway repertoire with real musical substance. This works especially well for singers who respond to lyrical, character-driven material.

• Shape the phrases with legit support underneath. The melody needs space to breathe, but the alto line should anchor the harmonic color from start to finish.
• Treat the text as integral to the character. This isn't just about singing notes; commit to the storytelling and the emotional stakes of what's being sung.
• Balance the sopranos carefully in passages where they sit above the altos. Light voices can disappear; heavier voices can overshadow the delicate orchestration this piece demands.

Pair this with other contemporary Broadway selections to create a cohesive showcase of musical theater, or use it as a lighter contrast within a more classical concert structure. The four-page length makes it manageable for mixed programming.

• Legit singing technique with proper vowel placement and resonance
• Two-part independence and awareness of harmonic function
• Phrasing and text expression in a theatrical context
• Reading and sustaining harmony within a contemporary harmonic vocabulary