When I Fall in Love: Choral SoundPax
Words by Edward Heyman, music by Victor Young / arr. Jay Althouse
Item: 00-PK-0004130
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Description
Jay offers a fresh, swingin', positive, and happy approach to this popular standard, originally sung by Doris Day in the '50s and later by many other pop and jazz artists. Great for concert, jazz, and show choirs.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
24
SKU:
00-PK-0004130
Instrumentation:
SoundPax
More about this title
About the Composer: Victor Young
Victor Young (1900-1956) was one of Hollywood's most prolific film composers, creating scores for over 300 movies during the Golden Age of cinema. His gift for melody made him a natural fit for romantic standards and popular songs, and "When I Fall in Love" became one of his most enduring compositions, recorded countless times across jazz, pop, and vocal traditions.
Why we love this
Jay Althouse's arrangement strips away nostalgia and reveals the song's genuine swing. The SoundPax format makes this accessible for choirs of varying size and sophistication, while the built-in movement and staging suggestions help singers inhabit the standard's romantic warmth without veering into sentimentality.
What to expect
Bright and buoyant, with a forward-moving swing feel that keeps the familiar melody fresh. The arrangement balances romantic sincerity with genuine musical joy, creating an optimistic take on a song rooted in genuine emotion rather than manufactured warmth.
Who it's for
This arrangement serves concert choirs, jazz choirs, and show choirs looking for a standard that sounds contemporary without losing the song's classic appeal. Both experienced singers and developing ensembles benefit from the SoundPax format and the clear staging guidance.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the swing feel between rhythmic precision and natural phrasing. The arrangement thrives when singers feel the groove without rushing or dragging the pulse.
- Use the recorded accompaniment to anchor your ensemble, especially during the first rehearsals. Once the voicing settles, singers gain confidence with the harmonic movement.
- Layer the staging to follow the song's emotional arc. Opening verses might be more restrained, with movement growing as the arrangement builds to its finish.
- Pay attention to the text underlay in the jazz-inflected passages. Clear articulation on swung rhythms keeps the ensemble unified and makes the arrangement's swing character shine.
How to use it
Slot this into a mixed concert as a lighter moment that still carries musical substance, or pair it with other standards in a vocal jazz or show choir program. The 24-page format and movement staging make it ideal for spring or winter concerts where choreography enhances the overall presentation.
Skills your students will build
- Singing swing rhythms with accuracy and feel
- Balancing vertical harmony in jazz voicings
- Coordinating movement with musical phrasing
- Interpreting a standard without overstating sentiment
- Reading and performing from a SoundPax score