'S Wonderful with It's De-Lovely!: SAB Choral Octavo
Words and music by George and Ira Gershwin, Cole Porter / arr. Kirby Shaw
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Description
A delectable duo of old-school Broadway tunes from three masters of American musical theater: the Gershswins and Cole Porter. Enjoy playful lyrics and sweet jazz harmonies in combination with a truly swingin' accompaniment, also available as SoundTrax or rhythm section SoundPax. 'S Wonderful, indeed!
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
16
SKU:
00-PO-0006462
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About the Arranger: Kirby Shaw
Kirby Shaw's reputation in choral education spans five continents, from his foundational work at College of the Siskiyous, where he established the acclaimed COS Vocal Jazz Ensemble, to his current leadership of the Jefferson State Choral Coalition at Southern Oregon University. His academic credentials include degrees in Music Education and Choral Composition from San Jose State University and a doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Washington. Beyond the classroom, Shaw has worked directly with vocal legends like Bobby McFerrin, Mark Murphy, and Al Jarreau, absorbing the artistry that informs his arranging.
With over 2,500 choral arrangements in print and nearly 20 million copies sold worldwide, Shaw has become one of the most prolific voices in contemporary choral music. His catalog reflects both breadth and depth: he has overseen hundreds of educational recordings, collaborated on multiple college albums, and composed arrangements that are performed globally. His creative output has garnered numerous ASCAP awards, and his most recent work includes a commission for the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Shaw approaches his teaching and arranging with a distinctive blend of technical knowledge and infectious humor that translates directly into his scores.
Why we love this
Shaw's gift for vocal writing shines here with natural SAB voicings that sit comfortably while delivering genuine harmonic sophistication. The pairing of these two standards offers a complete mood arc within a single rehearsal piece, and the recorded accompaniment captures that classic swing feel without requiring a full pit band. Directors will appreciate both the singability and the immediate lift these arrangements bring to concert programming.
What to expect
Suave and playful in equal measure. The harmonies evoke cocktail-hour sophistication while the lyrics keep things light and witty. Singing this material feels like being in on a joke with an excellent band behind you.
Who it's for
SAB choirs looking for authentic jazz-inflected repertoire that doesn't require orchestral accompaniment or complex arranging knowledge to bring to life. High school and college ensembles with moderate vocal facility will find these pieces immediately rewarding.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the rhythm section SoundPax (available separately) anchor your rehearsals; it's easier to build from a live rhythm section than to strip accompaniment back out later.
- Balance the sass in the Gershwin tune against the smooth sophistication of the Porter standard. These aren't the same emotional temperature, so contrast your phrasing across the two.
- Mark the jazz harmony moments with your singers before you drill rhythm. SAB voicings of seventh chords and chromatic movement will read cleaner when everyone understands the harmonic function first.
- Encourage freedom in the lyrics; Broadway diction should feel conversational, not operatic. This material rewards performers who commit to the storytelling.
How to use it
These work equally well as a complete set in a concert focused on American songbook standards or as a single uplifting piece toward the end of a mixed program. The contrasting moods make them ideal for a spring or gala concert where variety keeps audiences engaged throughout.
Skills your students will build
- Jazz harmony voicing (sevenths, chromatic movement within SAB texture)
- Swing rhythm and phrasing differentiation from classical legato
- Broadway articulation and conversational diction
- Reading rhythmic notation with syncopation and jazz rhythms
- Blend and balance in SAB voicings with chromatic movement