The Glory of Love: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Peggy Lee / As performed by Count Basie / As performed by The Platters / As performed by Jimmy Durante / Arranged by Jay Rouse
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From Benny Goodman to Bette Midler and so many other artists, this classic song is forever popular. Beginning with a heart-felt solo, the arrangement goes into a relaxed gospel style, setting the melody and lyrics perfectly to reflect the ups and downs of life and "as long as there's the two of us that's the story of, that's the glory of love."
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00309155
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About the Artist: Peggy Lee
Peggy Lee stands as one of the most influential vocalists of the jazz and pop standards era, known for her sophisticated interpretations and the ability to convey emotional depth through seemingly simple phrasing. Her recordings with Count Basie and her solo work set the standard for how standards should be sung: with nuance, restraint, and complete ownership of the lyric.
For music educators, Lee's artistry offers a masterclass in what it means to serve the song. Her approach to this material shows students that jazz interpretation isn't about technical display but about understanding the emotional architecture of a piece and trusting the listener to meet you there.
Why we love this
Jay Rouse's arrangement captures something essential about this standard: it moves with the emotional arc of the lyric rather than fighting against it. The gospel inflection isn't imposed but emerges naturally from the song's DNA, and having that opening solo moment gives your ensemble space to really settle into what makes this song resonate across generations of listeners.
What to expect
The piece unfolds like a conversation with an old friend. There's tenderness in the opening, a settling in with the gospel pocket, and throughout, an underlying warmth that acknowledges life's complexities without losing sight of what endures. It's the sound of experience meeting hope.
Who it's for
Choirs with solid musicianship and comfort in jazz idiom will find this arrangement rewards careful attention to voicing and rhythmic precision. It also works beautifully for groups looking to program a standard that feels both accessible and sophisticated, where the emotional resonance doesn't depend on flashy technical writing.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the opening solo breathe. Resist the urge to rush it; the vulnerability is the point, and the ensemble needs to hear that vulnerability before they anchor the piece in its groove.
- Treat the gospel section as a conversation between the melody and the harmonic support. This isn't about everyone playing the same rhythm; it's about layers responding to one another.
- Balance the sentimental content with confidence in the groove. Students often want to overplay the emotion when the arrangement already provides it; the restraint makes it land harder.
How to use it
Pair this with other standards to create a set that explores how American songwriting captures emotional truth. It also serves as an excellent closer for a concert where you want the audience to leave reflecting rather than applauding spectacle. The arrangement's moderate technical demands make it ideal for early spring programming when ensembles are solid but still building toward spring performances.
Skills your students will build
- Phrasing and text declamation in a jazz context
- Rhythmic coordination between swing and straight rhythms
- Gospel harmony voicings and how they function within jazz arrangements
- Responding to a solo within an ensemble setting
- Restraint in emotional delivery and trusting the arrangement to do its work