Not My Father's Son: TTBB Choral Octavo
Not My Father's Son: TTBB Choral Octavo
Not My Father's Son: TTBB Choral Octavo
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Not My Father's Son: TTBB Choral Octavo

From the Musical Kinky Boots

Words and music by Cynthia Lauper / arr. Kevin Robison

Item: 00-PO-0002009
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Description
One of the most touching moments on the Broadway stage occurs when Kinky Boots' leading characters, Charlie and Simon, share their stories. From the opening solo to the spine-tingling final chords, this moving setting for men's choirs will be the highlight of any concert.

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Additional Details
Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 16
SKU: 00-PO-0002009

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About the Composer: Cynthia Lauper

Cyndi Lauper is a Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and actress who has shaped popular music since the 1980s. Beyond her iconic recording career, Lauper has demonstrated serious compositional range, writing for Broadway productions including Kinky Boots, where her score earned a Tony Award nomination. Her work in musical theater reveals her gift for writing character-driven songs that capture emotional truth and vulnerability.

Why we love this

Kevin Robison's arrangement captures the heart of this Broadway moment without demanding a large ensemble or complex staging. The piece moves naturally from introspective solo singing to powerful unison writing, giving your men's choir a showcase moment that feels theatrical and earned rather than contrived.

What to expect

Intimate and genuine. The piece balances vulnerability in its solo passages with the warmth and power of a men's chorus coming together in harmony. You'll feel the humanity in every phrase.

Who it's for

Men's choirs seeking meaningful contemporary repertoire that connects to a broader cultural moment. Directors programming concerts that value emotional storytelling and accessibility over complexity will find this piece rewarding for both singers and audiences.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the opening solo with genuine storytelling; this is a character moment, not a display of vocal technique. Let the lyrical content guide your phrasing and dynamic choices.
  • Build the final chords deliberately. The description promises spine-tingling moments, so secure your harmonic blend and allow the resonance time to land with the audience.
  • Use the voicing flexibility (TB/TTB/TBB/TTBB options) to match your choir's strengths. If your baritone section is strong, lean into that; if tenors are your asset, adjust accordingly without apology.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a concert centerpiece or closing number, especially in programs exploring contemporary Broadway writing or LGBTQ+ themes in musical theater. The 16-page score suggests a piece with enough substance to anchor a second half without overwhelming a modest rehearsal timeline.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing with theatrical expression and character awareness
  • Balancing solo vulnerability with ensemble blend
  • Reading and performing flexible voicing options (TB through TTBB)
  • Sustaining longer phrase lines with breath control and vocal stamina

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