Save The Last Dance For Me (arr. Mark Brymer): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Michael Buble / As performed by The Drifters / Arranged by Mark Brymer
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Originally recorded by The Drifters and recently covered by Michael Buble, this light Latin-style arrangement will be a big hit with both your singers and audience. Performance Time: Approx. 2:35
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00029023
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About the Artist: Michael Buble
Michael Bublé is a Canadian crooner whose smooth baritone and interpretations of classic standards have made him one of the best-selling artists of the 21st century. His ability to inhabit the vocal style of mid-century jazz singers while bringing contemporary production sensibilities has introduced millions of listeners to the Great American Songbook, making him a cultural bridge between generations of music lovers.
For music educators, Bublé's recorded versions serve as valuable reference recordings that demonstrate legit vocal production, sophisticated phrasing, and the art of accompaniment in jazz-influenced styles. His interpretations model how to balance rhythmic precision with lyrical freedom, skills that transfer directly to choral performance.
Why we love this
Mark Brymer's arrangement captures the swaying, warm quality that made this 1960 classic endure while adding just enough contemporary flavor to keep audiences engaged. The Latin-influenced accompaniment provides clear rhythmic structure for singers without overwhelming the melody, and the orchestration works equally well with a full band or a more intimate instrumental setup.
What to expect
Smooth and sophisticated, with a gentle sway that makes you want to move. The Latin elements give the arrangement a breezy, warmth that feels both elegant and unpretentious, perfect for capturing that "last dance of the evening" sentiment without veering into either kitsch or heavy arrangement.
Who it's for
High school and college choirs with strong blend and rhythmic control will find this arrangement accessible and musically satisfying. Directors seeking repertoire that appeals to contemporary ears while preserving the song's classic character will appreciate how Brymer has updated the orchestration without losing the original's nostalgic charm.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the tempo steady and dance-like throughout. This arrangement lives in the space between ballad and upbeat tune, so resist the urge to rush or drag during the verses.
- Balance the vocal blend against the Latin percussion and rhythmic accompaniment. The singers should sit comfortably in the pocket created by the rhythm section rather than fighting against it.
- Shape the phrasing to follow the text naturally. The lyrics carry conversational weight, so allow small breath moments and dynamic dips where the story demands them.
- Color the final phrases with warmth and forward momentum. The ending should feel like the perfect close to an evening, not a sudden stop.
How to use it
This works beautifully as a closer on a spring or winter concert, especially when you're programming a set that mixes standards with contemporary music. Pair it with other songs from the Great American Songbook to create a cohesive set, or use it as a standalone feature number that gives your choir a moment to shine in a more intimate, jazz-influenced style.
Skills your students will build
- Singing with rubato over a steady rhythmic accompaniment
- Balancing vocal blend in a Latin-influenced ensemble setting
- Maintaining rhythmic precision in syncopated passages
- Shaping phrase lines for lyrical storytelling rather than purely vocal display