Theme From Ice Castles (Through The Eyes Of Love): SAB Choral Octavo
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Theme From Ice Castles (Through The Eyes Of Love): SAB Choral Octavo

As performed by Marvin Hamlisch / As performed by Carole Bayer Sager / Arranged by John Leavitt

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 2
SKU: 35-DS00285582

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About the Artist: Marvin Hamlisch

Marvin Hamlisch was one of Hollywood's most prolific film composers, with an exceptional gift for writing melodies that lodge themselves in listeners' hearts. His work across Oscar-winning films and Broadway productions demonstrates a composer who understood how to serve the emotional arc of a story while crafting music that stands on its own.

For music educators, Hamlisch's output offers repertoire that students recognize and connect with immediately. His melodies are singable without being simplistic, and his harmonies sit comfortably on the page while still sounding sophisticated. This accessibility paired with genuine artistry makes his film scores invaluable for building engagement in choral programs.

Why we love this

John Leavitt has crafted an arrangement that respects the tender simplicity of this iconic ballad while giving SAB voices something genuinely musical to sing. The three-part texture creates warmth without requiring advanced harmonic reading, and the emotional directness of the melody means your singers can focus on phrasing and expression rather than wrestling with the notes.

What to expect

Tender and reflective, with the cinematic sweep of a moment captured in slow motion. The melody unfolds like someone seeing the world through eyes opened to love for the first time, and Leavitt's arrangement preserves that vulnerability while allowing room for genuine expression.

Who it's for

Choirs looking for a classic film ballad that audiences will recognize and singers will enjoy learning. This works equally well for concert choirs, show choirs, or mixed ensembles seeking something with immediate emotional impact and a modest technical footprint.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape each phrase as if telling a personal story. The lyrics invite intimacy, so resist the urge to oversing; the power comes from sincerity, not volume.
  • Balance the sopranos with altos in the opening so the main melody floats naturally above the supporting voices rather than being buried.
  • Work the key change (if present in Leavitt's arrangement) as a structural moment that feels earned. Build energy gradually through the verse before releasing into it.
  • Record a rehearsal and listen back for clarity in text delivery. Songs this familiar to audiences demand crisp diction so every word lands.

How to use it

Pair this with other film music or love songs for a thematic concert, or position it as a moment of emotional contrast in a mixed program of styles. The two-page length makes it manageable for mid-year concert programming, and its familiarity often wins over audiences that might be less engaged by contemporary choral music.

Skills your students will build

  • Legit phrasing and breath placement in ballad writing
  • Blending vocal lines while maintaining clear melodic profile
  • Text expression and emotional communication in slower tempos
  • Reading three-part voicing with integrated soprano-alto-bass relationships

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