Wunderbar (from "Kiss Me Kate"): Piano/Vocal/Chords
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Wunderbar (from "Kiss Me Kate"): Piano/Vocal/Chords

By Cole Porter

Item: 00-XS-0000183
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This songbook contains all of the classic songs from Cole Porter's greatest success, the hilarious and tuneful Broadway production Kiss Me, Kate. A total of 19 songs are featured in the book, which includes two that were never used. The book also includes an essay about the history of the show, illustrations and memorabilia from its various productions, and a personal remembrance from Patricia Morison, who played Kate in the original Broadway run. Titles: Another Op'nin', Another Show * Why Can't You Behave? * Wunderbar * So in Love * We Open in Venice * Tom, Dick or Harry * I've Come to Wive It Wealthily in Padua * I Hate Men * Were Thine That Special Face * I Sing of Love * Too Darn Hot * Where Is the Life That Late I Led? * Always True to You in My Fashion * Bianca * Brush Up Your Shakespeare * From This Moment On * I Am Ashamed That Women Are So Simple * We Shall Never Be Younger * What Does Your Servant Dream Bout.

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Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 120
SKU: 00-XS-0000183

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About the Composer: Cole Porter

Cole Porter (1891-1964) composed music that blended sophisticated harmonic language with direct emotional appeal, a rare combination that made him one of Broadway's most durable voices. His melodies are memorable without being simple; his lyrics are witty without sacrificing sincerity. Porter wrote for performers who could handle both the technical and interpretive demands of his scores, and his music rewards singers and pianists who dig into the nuance beneath the surface charm.

Porter's influence on American musical theater extends far beyond his lifetime. His approach to harmony, borrowed from both classical and jazz idioms, shaped how succeeding generations of composers thought about underscoring character and emotion. Teachers and performers return to his work because it demands musicianship while remaining genuinely enjoyable to play and sing.

Why we love this

Kiss Me, Kate contains some of Porter's most singable melodies alongside some of his sharpest character writing. The 19-song collection in this edition spans comedy numbers, romantic ballads, and ensemble pieces, making it an ideal resource for voice teachers, music theater programs, and singers preparing audition material. The inclusion of essays, production photographs, and Patricia Morison's personal account transforms this from a songbook into a window onto Broadway history.

What to expect

These songs capture the particular sophistication of mid-century Broadway, where clever lyrics danced atop harmonies that could be both warm and slightly barbed. The collection swings between genuine romance ("So in Love") and playful irreverence ("Always True to You in My Fashion"), mirroring the show's own tonal balance. Performing Porter's work requires the same blend of polish and personality that made Kiss Me, Kate endure.

Who it's for

This collection serves voice teachers, music theater students, jazz singers exploring standards, and pianists building repertoire for accompanying singers. High school and college music theater programs will find material suitable for performance as standalone selections or woven into concert programming. Singers preparing auditions benefit from having 19 Porter options in one volume.

How to get the most out of it

  • Take time with Porter's harmonic movement, especially in ballads like 'Were Thine That Special Face' and 'So in Love.' These songs reward a pianist who listens to the chords rather than simply playing through them.
  • The comedy songs demand clarity of articulation and rhythmic precision. 'Too Darn Hot' and 'Brush Up Your Shakespeare' need a pianist who can keep up with rapid text without losing the groove.
  • Balance the vocal line against the harmonic accompaniment. Porter often writes piano parts that could stand as solos, but the singer must remain the primary voice.
  • Use the lyrics as your guide to phrasing and articulation. Porter's words and music align so closely that understanding the text shapes how you shape the musical line.

How to use it

Feature individual selections in voice recitals, cabaret concerts, or music theater showcases. The variety of song types allows you to program a complete mini-act from Kiss Me, Kate as a concert feature, or to select contrasting solos that highlight different vocal and stylistic capabilities. Teachers use individual songs from the collection for voice lessons, audition coaching, and as performance standards for intermediate and advanced singers.

Skills your students will build

  • Interpreting Porter's harmonic language and understanding voice-leading beneath the melody
  • Executing rapid, clear articulation in comedy numbers while maintaining musical integrity
  • Balancing legit vocal technique with the conversational phrasing Porter's lyrics demand
  • Sight-reading from piano/vocal scores and following a pianist's harmonic support
  • Understanding the relationship between lyrical content and musical phrasing in musical theater
  • Building a working knowledge of mid-century Broadway style and performance conventions

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