West Side Story (Choral Suite) (arr. Mac Huff): 2-Part Choral Octavo
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West Side Story (Choral Suite) (arr. Mac Huff): 2-Part Choral Octavo

Arranged by Mac Huff

Item: 35-DS00251049
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 9
SKU: 35-DS00251049

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About the Arranger: Mac Huff

Mac Huff has built a reputation as one of the most prolific and respected choral arrangers working today, with hundreds of pieces published across all levels and voicings. His arrangements are known for maintaining the integrity of original compositions while making them accessible to student ensembles, a balance that requires both deep musical knowledge and pedagogical sensitivity.

Why we love this

Huff's approach to this Bernstein classic respects the dramatic weight of the original while crafting something singers at this level can genuinely own. The 2-part voicing strips away unnecessary complexity without sacrificing the songs' emotional core, which means your choir can focus on storytelling and musical integrity rather than navigating dense harmonies.

What to expect

Gritty, romantic, and alive with the urgency of mid-century New York. These melodies carry the weight of the original story even in simplified form, moving between moments of tenderness and sharp dramatic tension that keep singers engaged from beginning to end.

Who it's for

Middle school and early high school choirs looking for substantial Broadway material that doesn't demand advanced vocal technique or complex part-writing. This suite works especially well for choirs building confidence with contemporary popular music or those programming a full concert that benefits from Broadway's theatrical energy.

How to get the most out of it

  • Study the original West Side Story recordings alongside the score. Hearing Bernstein's orchestrations and the intended vocal colors will inform your interpretation even though you're performing a simplified arrangement.
  • Shape phrases around the text rather than the bar line. Broadway music rewards singers who let the words drive the musical arc, not the other way around.
  • Balance homophonic sections with moments of independence between parts. Even in 2-part writing, contrast makes the texture come alive.

How to use it

Pair this suite with other theatrical or contemporary pieces to build a concert theme around popular American music, or use it as the centerpiece for a spring show that celebrates storytelling through song. The 9-page length makes it substantial enough to anchor a set without overwhelming a developing ensemble.

Skills your students will build

  • Phrasing and text expression in Broadway idiom
  • Musical independence in 2-part texture
  • Dramatic interpretation and characterization through song
  • Reading and performing contemporary popular music notation

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