The Sound Of Music (Choral Highlights) (arr. John Leavitt): SATB Choral Octavo
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The Sound Of Music (Choral Highlights) (arr. John Leavitt): SATB Choral Octavo

As performed by Rodgers Hammerstein / Arranged by John Leavitt

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 23
SKU: 35-DS00377360

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About the Artist: Rodgers Hammerstein

Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II created some of the most enduring musical theater works of the twentieth century, beginning with Oklahoma! in 1943 and continuing through The Sound of Music in 1959. Their partnership fundamentally shaped the American musical, moving the form toward integrated storytelling where songs emerged organically from character and plot rather than stopping the narrative for entertainment.

The Sound of Music stands as their crowning achievement: a work that has achieved nearly unprecedented cultural reach, performed by school choirs and community theaters worldwide for over six decades. Hammerstein's lyrics paired with Rodgers' unfailingly singable melodies created a score that engages performers and audiences across all experience levels, making it an invaluable resource for music educators seeking repertoire with both artistic substance and genuine appeal.

Why we love this

John Leavitt's arrangement captures the theatrical vitality of these iconic moments while keeping them accessible for developing choirs. The voicing balances singability with harmonic sophistication, allowing singers to feel like they're performing a concert rather than simply covering familiar material.

What to expect

These are songs suffused with warmth, optimism, and genuine human emotion. You'll hear the musical's romantic idealism and its celebration of family and connection, with moments that range from exuberant and joyful to tender and reflective.

Who it's for

This arrangement works beautifully for mixed choirs at the intermediate to early advanced level who want substantial musical material with immediate audience connection. Directors programming pops concerts, holiday shows, or spring performances will find these highlights both dramatically effective and genuinely rewarding to rehearse.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melodic lines with forward motion through phrases. Many of these melodies are built on gentle arcs, and maintaining direction prevents them from becoming sentimental.
  • Pay close attention to Leavitt's dynamic markings and textural changes. He uses them deliberately to create architecture and contrast across the collection.
  • Let the text drive your interpretation. These songs tell specific stories and convey particular emotions, so explore what each lyric demands from your singers' voices and commitment.

How to use it

Consider programming this as a thematic set within a larger concert, or feature individual selections alongside complementary Broadway repertoire from the same era. The collection's emotional diversity makes it particularly effective as a closing group that sends audiences out feeling uplifted.

Skills your students will build

  • Legit singing technique for musical theater repertoire
  • Sustaining long melodic lines with proper support
  • Balancing part independence with harmonic blend
  • Responding to theatrical interpretation and storytelling through music
  • Managing dynamic contrast and textural clarity across an ensemble

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