We Have All The Time In The World: Choral Octavo
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We Have All The Time In The World: Choral Octavo

As performed by Louis Armstrong

Item: 35-DS00267523
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 10
SKU: 35-DS00267523

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About the Artist: Louis Armstrong

Louis Armstrong revolutionized jazz and popular music through his distinctive trumpet playing and unforgettable vocal warmth. His career spanned decades, during which he became one of the most influential musicians of the twentieth century, known for his ability to reshape melodies with rhythmic freedom and emotional authenticity.

Armstrong's work in film and television brought his artistry to mass audiences. His compositions and interpretations became standards in the American songbook, making his music an essential reference point for understanding vocal jazz and the intersection of popular song with improvisatory sensibility.

Why we love this

Armstrong's warmth and charisma translate directly into the page, offering your choir an accessible entry point into American song standards with genuine jazz roots. The vocal writing captures his unhurried approach to melody, giving singers room to connect with the text and find their own expressive voice within the arrangement.

What to expect

Unhurried and tender, this piece carries the reflective quality of a late-night conversation rather than a broadcast announcement. The harmonic language supports intimate lyricism, and the arrangement invites singers to inhabit the sentiment rather than simply deliver the notes.

Who it's for

Choirs seeking authentic American song standards with manageable vocal ranges and clear melodic shapes will find this accessible. It works equally well for secular concert programs, light show packages, or units exploring twentieth-century popular music and jazz influence.

How to get the most out of it

  • Let the text breathe rather than pushing for consistent volume; Armstrong's style thrives on conversational phrasing and dynamic storytelling.
  • Encourage singers to listen closely to the recorded reference (if available) to absorb the rhythmic ease and subtle timing choices that define this standard.
  • Balance the melodic line with harmonic support that sits behind rather than alongside the primary voice; this creates the intimate feel Armstrong championed.
  • Shape phrases around the lyrical content, treating emphasis and relaxation as tools for meaning rather than technical markers.

How to use it

Pair this with other film and television standards to create a themed concert segment, or use it as a standalone opener that sets a warm, welcoming tone for the evening. Its gentle character also makes it ideal for chamber choir contexts where you want to feature strong musical storytelling over ensemble power.

Skills your students will build

  • Phrasing across longer melodic lines without sacrificing text clarity
  • Rhythmic flexibility and swing interpretation
  • Balancing solo voice with ensemble support
  • Connecting lyrical content to expressive choices
  • Reading jazz-influenced harmonic language

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