This Nearly Was Mine (from South Pacific): TTBB Choral Octavo
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This Nearly Was Mine (from South Pacific): TTBB Choral Octavo

By Richard Rodgers / By Oscar Hammerstein II / Arranged by Ed Lojeski

Item: 35-DS00126123
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 10
SKU: 35-DS00126123

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About the Composer: Richard Rodgers

Richard Rodgers created some of the most enduring melodies in American musical theater, collaborating with lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II to produce shows that remain central to the Broadway canon. His gift for writing singable, memorable lines that sit naturally in the voice made his scores ideal for singers of all levels, a quality that has kept his work in rehearsal rooms and concert halls for decades.

Why we love this

Lojeski's arrangement opens up this introspective ballad for men's voices without sacrificing the emotional weight that makes the song resonate. The flexible voicing (TB/TTB/TBB/TTBB) means you can perform it with the ensemble you have on any given day, and the straightforward harmonic language lets singers focus on lyrical phrasing and connection rather than technical hurdles.

What to expect

Wistful and tender, like looking back at what might have been with a kind of acceptance rather than bitterness. The melody sits in a warm register and unfolds with the unhurried pacing of someone remembering something precious that's now gone.

Who it's for

Men's choirs and mixed groups wanting a concert piece with theatrical roots but legitimate emotional depth. This works equally well for developing ensembles seeking accessible material with real musical substance and experienced groups looking for a vehicle to showcase maturity and restraint.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melodic line in long phrases rather than breaking it into small units. Rodgers' melodies breathe best when sung with forward momentum, even in reflective moments.
  • Let the harmonic simplicity serve the storytelling. Precise vowel matching and blend in the supporting voices will make the quiet moments hit harder than any dramatic forcing ever could.
  • Explore the vulnerability in this song. These characters are singing about loss and acceptance, which calls for genuine emotion rather than a polished, detached presentation.

How to use it

Pair this with other golden-age Broadway selections for a concert celebrating American popular song, or use it as a moment of quiet reflection in a program that needs tonal variety. Its intimate scale makes it ideal for mid-program placement, where it can ground the concert emotionally before moving into livelier material.

Skills your students will build

  • Sustained legit singing with consistent vowel placement across phrase lengths
  • Four-part harmonic awareness and intonation in simple, functional progressions
  • Dynamic control and the restraint required to sing softly with full tone
  • Interpretation of theatrical text within a concert setting

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