Summer In The City: SATB Choral Octavo
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Summer In The City: SATB Choral Octavo

As performed by Steve Boone / As performed by John Sebastian / As performed by Mark Sebastian / As performed by The Lovin' Spoonful / Arranged by Kirby Shaw

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 10
SKU: 35-DS00383765

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About the Artist: Steve Boone

Steve Boone co-founded The Lovin' Spoonful in 1965 and served as the band's bassist and vocalist. His work helped define the folk-rock sound of the 1960s, blending acoustic instrumentation with pop sensibility in songs that became staples of American radio. Boone's contributions as both musician and songwriter shaped a generation of music education repertoire.

Why we love this

Kirby Shaw's arrangement captures the infectious energy of this 1966 classic without requiring a rock band setup. The voicing sits comfortably for mixed choirs while preserving the song's driving momentum and bright, summery character. Your singers will love the familiarity, and audiences respond immediately to a song they know and love.

What to expect

Urban energy meets innocent nostalgia. The arrangement sparkles with clever harmonic moments while maintaining the original's infectious, hummable quality. Performers feel the swagger of 1960s New York City filtered through thoughtful vocal writing that feels fresh even fifty years later.

Who it's for

Mixed choirs seeking repertoire that bridges generations and genuinely excites singers. This works equally well for high school and college ensembles, plus adult community choirs who want contemporary material with universal appeal.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the rhythm section locked tight. Even slight slowing in the groove undermines the song's essential drive.
  • Balance the melody line with harmonic support. The sopranos shouldn't overshadow the interplay between upper and lower voices.
  • Shape phrases with the lyrical content, not arbitrary breath marks. Let the storytelling guide your phrasing decisions.
  • Articulate consonants crisply, especially in rhythmic passages. Clarity brings out Kirby Shaw's clever rhythmic details.

How to use it

Program this as a pops concert anchor or a spring/early summer concert centerpiece. It pairs naturally with other Spoonful hits or alongside classic rock repertoire, and works beautifully as a reprieve in a program heavy with art songs or classical pieces.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining rhythmic precision in syncopated pop idioms
  • Balancing melody and harmony in contemporary arrangements
  • Interpreting vocal color across SATB textures
  • Connecting lyrical storytelling to phrasing and dynamic shape

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