Chris Arnold

As Long As I’m Singing

Bobby Darin made this cheery song popular. This tune is just right for opening your shows with lots of happy energy. Anne Bureau has recorded the contest version for SSAA, and Chris Arnold has done the show version for TTBB.

Learning tracks available from:
Chris Arnold
TTBB
SSAA

Blue Moon

This unique rendering combines the verse from Rodgers & Hart’s original version from 1934 with the chorus of the swinging 1961 doo-wop hit. This may be the ultimate “Oh, yeah” song.

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Chris Arnold
TTBB

Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy

The jumpin’ WWII tune made famous by the Andrews Sisters, this song is sure to please your audience members of all ages.

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Chris Arnold
TTBB

Butterfly Kisses

Pop/country hit about a father and daughter that is sure to go over big at weddings.

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Chris Arnold
TTBB

Button Up Your Overcoat

As cute as they come, this tune is available in regular and senior-citizens’ versions. Chris Arnold has recorded learning tracks for both versions. Do give this happy tune a try.

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Chris Arnold
TTBB

Do You Hear the People Sing?

This rousing song is from the musical “Les Miserables.” Your audiences’ hearts and guts will be surely be moved by your powerful performance. Although the song itself would fly in contest, this arrangement is intended for shows only.

Learning tracks available from:
Tim Waurick
TTBB
TTBB

Good Enough for Now

Weird Al Yankovic penned and sang this highly, um, offbeat number. It probably sets a world’s record for backhanded compliments to one’s sweetie. Happily, this piece is contestable.

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Chris Arnold
TTBB
SSAA
TTBB

Hey, Look Me Over

Lasting just a minute, with appropriate lyrics and a big tag, this tune is just right for opening shows. So, hey . . . look it over and then go ahead and open your shows with this energetic, positive piece!

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Chris Arnold
TTBB

I Used to Call Her Baby

A most humorous tune, as sung by The New Tradition quartet. The men’s version of this arrangement is published by the BHS.

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Chris Arnold
TTBB

In My Room

The Beach Boys’ story of teenage angst is surprisingly sweet and moving, and works well for singers of all ages. The BHS publishes the TTBB version; for SSAA, go to Sheet Music Plus. This short, easy song is a natural for Youth in Harmony groups.

Learning tracks available from:
Tim Waurick
TTBB
TTBB
TTBB

Lazy River (Up a)

Fine for either contest or show, this cheerful song helped Marquis win gold at the 1995 International, in Miami Beach. Though a bit rangy, this piece pretty much sings itself.

Learning tracks available from:
Tim Brooks
TTBB
TTBB
SSAA

Let Them Be Little

A country tune with lots of heart, this plea to allow children to act their age is a real gem. It is no longer exclusive to the fine senior quartet Melodies & Memories.

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Chris Arnold
TTBB

Little Boy, The

A most moving ballad, this was perhaps the signature song for the Interstate Rivals, the international champion quartet in 1987. The intense women’s version is The Little Girl, popularized by the SAI 1989 queens, Growing Girls.

Learning tracks available from:
Tim Waurick
TTBB
TTBB
TTBB