Try to Remember (from The Fantasticks): SAB Choral Octavo
From The Fantasticks
Lyrics by Harvey Schmidt, music by Tom Jones / arr. Jay Althouse
Item: 00-PO-0004366
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Description
After running for more than 30 years off-Broadway, the musical legend The Fantasticks has re-opened to great reviews. The show is timeless, and so is its music. In this arrangement of the elegant opening number, the tune is stated first in a straightforward manner, then becomes a light jazz waltz. Perfectly arranged for all your groups, large or small, regardless of age.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
8
SKU:
00-PO-0004366
More about this title
About the Composer: Harvey Schmidt
Harvey Schmidt composed the music for The Fantasticks alongside lyricist Tom Jones, creating one of the longest-running theatrical works in American history. Their 1960 musical has introduced generations of audiences to songs of genuine emotional depth and memorable melody, proving that intimate storytelling and accessible music can sustain a work far longer than many Broadway spectacles.
Why we love this
Jay Althouse's arrangement captures the song's essential beauty while giving it rhythmic shape and contemporary appeal. The shift from straightforward statement to jazz waltz texture keeps singers engaged and gives your choir permission to swing; this is a piece that sounds contemporary without sacrificing the song's romantic core.
What to expect
Nostalgia with warmth. The melody carries the quiet yearning of a remembered moment, supported by gentle harmonies that suggest reflection rather than melancholy. When the waltz takes over, the mood lifts into something lighter and more playful, creating a musical journey from introspection to acceptance.
Who it's for
Any SAB choir looking for repertoire that works across age groups and skill levels. Whether you're programming a Broadway-themed concert, need an elegant opener that doesn't require soloists, or want to introduce singers to jazz singing with sophisticated harmonic support, this arrangement delivers.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the waltz feel with lyrical phrasing in the opening section. The harmonic simplicity means every breath and phrase shape will be heard; resist rushing into the jazz waltz before the arrangement takes you there.
- Let the recorded accompaniment set the tempo for the jazz waltz section. The rhythmic transition is the heart of the arrangement, and locking in with the piano texture will anchor the choir's sound.
- Shape the melody with natural rubato in the first statement, then commit fully to the swing of the waltz. The contrast between these two sections will feel earned if you honor each one's character.
How to use it
Open a concert with this piece to establish an intimate mood and signal that you're exploring theatrical music with care. It pairs beautifully with other jazz-inflected choral arrangements or can anchor a set of American musical theatre repertoire. The eight-page length makes it manageable without feeling slight.
Skills your students will build
- Phrasing across simple harmonic progressions
- Swing articulation and rhythm in a waltz meter
- Balancing legit and jazz vocal techniques within a single piece
- Textural contrast between homophonic and more rhythmically independent writing
- Interpretation of recorded accompaniments