A classic from the golden age of the show tune, Smoke Gets In Your Eyes is a soulful and sophisticated number originally written by Jerome Kern and Otto Harbach for the musical Roberta . Over the years the song has been covered by Bryan Ferry, Jerry Garcia, and was a 1958 chart topping hit on both sides of the Atlantic for doo wop group, The Platters. With a deep dynamic range and rich, floating harmonies, this luxurious choral arrangement by Chris Hussey for SAB chorus with piano accompaniment, is a beautifully re-imagined new take on a timeless song. Full of engrossing tension and dramatic relief that swells up through thick, complex chords and a memorable lead line, this is a must perform piece for amateur-intermediate choirs. / Sab Et Piano

Opening with bright bell tones this Johnny Mercer/Jerome Kern standard moves into a laid back verse with interesting interplay between the vocals and the band. The walking bass at the end of the verse leads into a modulationfeaturing a group scat section and additional optional solos before a recap of the verse and a solid ending to the tune. Excellent for building style and skill! Available separately: SATB SSA ShowTrax CD. Rhythm section partsavailable as a digital download (pno gtr b dm). Duration: ca. 2:35.

Performed by Billie Holiday Ella Fitzgerald Charlotte Church and many others the music of Oscar Hammerstein II and Jerome Kern lives on. This well-crafted arrangement by John Leavitt showcases the wonderful melody and emotional lyrics in this theater standard. Available for SSA. Performance time approx.3:00.

Set in a happy swing tempo this standard arranged by Kirby Shaw just brims with energy. The vibrant rhythms and full jazz harmonies complete the package.