ALL I HAVE TO DO IS DREAM Everly Brothers hit, fancier than Harmony Explosion arrangement ALL THAT SHE WANTS rock hit by Swedish group Ace of Base, not for the faint of heart ANNIE'S SONG the lovely John Denver song, good for weddings ARE YOU LONESOME TONIGHT This song from the King works well for both princes and priincesses. Give your audiences the royal treatment by singing them this heartfelt ballad. BEACH BOYS MEDLEY celebrating the surfer dude or dudette in all of us; songs include "I Get Around," "Fun, Fun, Fun," "In My Room" and "California Girls" BECAUSE YOU LOVED ME lovely pop song by Celine Dion, in the mold of "The Wind Beneath My Wings" BLUE MOON no, not Rodgers & Hart's straight version from 1934; this is the swinging 1961 doo-wop hit BLUE SUEDE SHOES Step on the gas with this vintage Carl Perkins/Elvis Presley tune. BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO the livley pop hit by Neil Sedaka BUTTERFLY KISSES pop/country hit about a father and daughter that is sure to go over big at weddings BYE BYE LOVE one of the Everly Brothers' finest tunes. The men's version of this arrangement is published by SPEBSQSA. CANDLE IN THE WIND Elton John's moving tribute to Princess Diana, not available till John begins granting permission CANDLE ON THE WATER a beautiful song from the Disney film "Pete's Dragon" CAN'T BUY ME LOVE This classic from the Fab Four is not only lively and wise, it is contestable too. But whether for contest or show, this song is a sure winner—"everybody tells me so"! CAN'T HELP FALLING IN LOVE the King sang this pop classic COME GO WITH ME this fun doo-wop tune earned the Dell-Vikings a  gold single in the golden year of 1957 COPACABANA (AT THE COPA) you have never heard the Barry Manilow hit quite like this before. With solo, four harmony parts and two rhythm lines, the song requires a chorus or octet to make it swing. CRYING This Roy Orbison song is a popular classic, of course. Very few barbershop groups have a lead(s) who can handle the rangy melody, so the lead, tenor and bass take turns with it. (Sorry about that, baris.) CYCLES Frank Sinatra sang this moving song of life's ups and downs DAYDREAM What a day for singing this Lovin' Spoonful pop classic. This cheery arrangement is for chorus plus soloist. DEVOTED TO YOU It doesn't get any better than the Everly Brothers singing about true love. DO YOU REMEMBER THESE? the Statler Brothers tune reviving all sorts of '50s nostalgia DREAM A LITTLE DREAM OF ME contestable, audiences and performers absolutely love it DREAM IS A WISH YOUR HEART MAKES, A beautiful Disney song ELEANOR RIGBY plenty strange, lots of key changes in this Beatles tune ELVIS MEDLEY Would you believe a contestable medley could be made of "Hound Dog," "Don't Be Cruel," "Jailhouse Rock," "Burning Love" and "Viva Las Vegas"? You will have a blast singing this piece, one that is fit for a--well, the--King. FIRST TIME EVER I SAW YOUR FACE, THE really lovely Roberta Flack song FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE Stevie Wonder in barbershop? Absolutely! Indeed, this pop classic could even be made contestable with just a few changes. FOR THE GOOD TIMES touching song of love ending, written by Kris Kristofferson FROG KISSIN' delightful song about not judging a book by its cover GOD BLESS THE CHILD The rock group Blood, Sweat & Tears revived this 1941 Billie Holiday song in 1968. ; This tempo, bluesy ballad is as moving as they come. And here is a blessing for you: The piece is no longer exclusive to the Big Apple Chorus. GOODNIGHT,SAIGON Written and performed by Billy Joel, this song is as intense as it gets. Look for it to blow people's doors off in the chorus contest at the Philadelphia international this July. GOODNIGHT, SWEETHEART, GOODNIGHT have yourself some fun with a little doo-wop barbershop GRADUATION DAY pop hit, good for college-days shows GRANDMA'S FEATHER BED lively, happy, nostalgic John Denver song GREEN GREEN GRASS OF HOME this melancholy country song is a sure winner GROOVY KIND OF LOVE, A a pop hit for the Mindbenders (1966) and for Phil Collins (1988), the song has been sung lately by the King's Singers. Makes a great solo for tenor or high lead/bari. The bass also gets some licks in too. HAPPY Diana Ross sang this tender song of the happiness love brings HELLO, MARY LOU lively Ricky Nelson song HIT THE ROAD, JACK  Arranged for women's chorus or quartet plus male soloist, this piece is just about as much fun as you would guess -- which is to say, a lot. I FALL TO PIECES the Patsy Cline classic about a love that is tough to get over I LIKE BEER Tom T. Hall's ode to the ethereal amber beverage. The two versions are exclusive right now to both of Dave Kindinger's quartets, Joker's Wild (Dave is the bass) and Buckeye Blend (lead). I ONLY HAVE EYES FOR YOU This popular classic is now available in two versions. One has the shimmering feel of the rock 'n' roll hit, while the other is a contestable tempo ballad as sung by Metropolis. The latter can be sung either straight or, as the quartet did it, humorously. I ONLY WANT TO BE WITH YOU Popularized by Dusty Springfield in the '60s, this happy love song was arranged for all the LABBS ladies. IF the tender pop hit by Bread IF I CAN DREAM If you are not familiar with this song, do yourself a favor and find a clip of Elvis Presley singing it. This plaintive plea drives and drives and drives. The arrangement is exclusive to Big Apple Chorus at present. IF YOU BELIEVE uplifting pop love ballad I'LL NEVER FALL IN LOVE AGAIN  Dionne Warwick sang this classic by Burt Bacharach and Hal David.  Though arranged for the Ladies Association of British Barbershop Singers, the song works fine for men too. I'M RETURNING EVERYTHING... George Burns sings this funny song about the end of a marriage, with surprise twist at the end IN MY LIFE lovely Beatles tune IN MY ROOM  The Beach Boys' story of teenage angst is surprisingly sweet and moving.  SPEB publishes the men's version. IN THE STILL OF THE NITE  The Boyz II Men redo of the classic doo-wop hit is popular with listeners of all generations.  The Society publishes the men's version; the women's can be ordered from Tom. ISLAND OF DREAMS the '60s group the Seekers ("I'll Never Find Another You," "Georgy Girl") sang this captivating song; it is arranged for eight-part mixed voices IT WAS ALMOST LIKE A SONG the King's Singers sang this song, tenor and bass solo versions KILLING ME SOFTLY WITH HIS SONG the powerful Grammy Award winner by Roberta Flack KING OF THE ROAD light-hearted hobo song by Roger Miller LET IT BE ME the Everly Brothers heartfelt ballad LET ME BE YOUR WINGS wonderful romantic song by Barry Manilow, from "Thumbellina" LET THERE BE PEACE ON EARTH show closer with a great message LITTLE DARLIN' a solid gold hit from 1957 for the Diamonds, this doo-wop tune will give your lead a chance to shine and your tenor some hammy moments. LONGEST TIME, THE Billy Joel's hit makes for doo-wop barbershop at its most enjoyable. SPEB publishes the men's version. MARKS MEDLEY seasonal: "Have a Holly Jolly Christmas" and "Silver & Gold" MARY IN THE MORNING pretty, rhythmic pop ballad MAY YOU ALWAYS modernish rhythmic ballad, suitable for contest, sweet sentiment MERRY CHRISTMAS, DARLING  The Carpenters' moving hit is available in various versions: women's, men's, mixed and as a solo plus four parts for a chorus specialty number. MISS CELIE'S BLUES (SISTER) sisterhood song for women, from film "The Color Purple" MORE From the movie "Mondo Cane," this popular classic is great for shows and weddings. MOTOWN MEDLEY 16 pages worth, fasten your seat belt, could be made into a show theme.  There are some solos with four-part background, so this song is meant for a chorus to sing. MY COLORING BOOK this pop hit from 1962 will touch your audiences' hearts. MY PRAYER This arrangement of the beautiful #1 hit for the Platters (1956) debuted at a barbershopper's wedding. NEUTRON DANCE this 1985 hit by the Pointer Sisters is guaranteed to energize your audiences NIGHTINGALE SANG IN BERKELEY SQUARE contestable version of this beautiful ballad OLD FASHIONED LOVE SONG  Yes, this is the hit from Three Dog Night.  Of course, we sing it in four-part harmony, not three. ONE TIN SOLDIER stirring song of peace from the film "Billy Jack" ONES LEFT STANDING  This powerful song sounds as though it were written for 9/11.  Though it appeared about a year earlier, the amazing sentiments make it a great song for any group's repertoire. OPERATOR moves right along, Manhattan Transfer made the song famous ORANGE COLORED SKY this one is way fun; good opener or closer   PRECIOUS FRIENDS Folk legend Pete Seeger penned this uplifting song. Use this piece to honor a friend(s) or simply to inpire your audiences. Arranged for chorus and soloist. RAINDROPS KEEP FALLIN' ON MY HEAD Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid ride -- well, a bicycle, anyhow -- again. This light song is, well, delightful. ROCK AND ROCK MEDLEY No, that is not a misprint. This snappy opener is a combo of "Rock around the Clock" and "Rock and Roll Is Here to Stay." ROCK AND ROLL MEDLEY four rock'n'roll classics make this medley a winner; includes "Rock and Roll Is Here to Stay", "Hound Dog,", "Tears on my Pillow", and "Blue Moon". RUN FOR THE ROSES the thought-provoking Dan Fogelberg song SATURDAY NIGHT IN TOLEDO, OHIO John Denver sang this clever novelty song SHE BELIEVES IN ME uplifting pop/country hit SILHOUETTES (ON THE SHADE) Truly a rock'n'roll classic that will take your audiences back.  SPEB publishes the men's version. SMELL THE FLOWERS country hit telling us to enjoy life right now SOLITAIRE Who would have pictured this haunting song by the Carpenters being sung in contest? Well, one quartet did, and you should be hearing it soon. Let their identity be a surprise till then. SUMMER SUNSHINE MEDLEY a winner any time of year, with "Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days Of Summer," "Summer In The City," "Sunny Afternoon" and "Sunshine On My Shoulders." THANK GOD I'M A COUNTRY BOY You know how some songs are just plain fun? Well, this is one of them. John Denver's popular classic can be a hit for your group too. THANK YOU, WORLD a great Statler Brothers' tune honoring music THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC What could be more inspiring than singing about our music?  This arrangement is no longer exclusive. THAT'LL BE THE DAY uppity rock hit performed by Buddy Holly and by Linda Ronstadt THEME FROM ICE CASTLES also called "Through the Eyes of Love," very pretty TO KNOW HER (HIM) IS TO LOVE HER Emmylou Harris revived it this rock'n'roll hit TO WHERE YOU ARE  Exclusive to Power Play right now, this powerful love sung has been recorded by Josh Groban.  Haven't heard of this young man with the mature voice?  You will! TUXEDO JUNCTION cool/hot show tune TWISTED Joni Mitchell sang this offbeat, jazzy piece about a real nut UNDER THE BOARDWALK  This happy summer song is always in season.  SPEB publishes the men's version.   WALK AWAY touching Matt Monro hit from 1965 WEDDING SONG great for weddings, naturally WHAT WOULD I DO WITHOUT MY MUSIC powerfully fitting show song, sung by numerous SAI choruses WHATEVER HAPPENED TO RANDOLPH SCOTT Statler Brothers' lament about modern times WHEN I SING jazzy, fun, a natural for barbershoppers WHEN I'M SIXTY-FOUR this Beatles' song is alway a kick. The men's version of this arrangement is published by SPEBSQSA. WHOLE NEW WORD a #1 hit for Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle in 1993, this new tune soars into the stratosphere to tell us of new love. So take a magic carpet ride on this theme song from "Aladdin." WINCHESTER CATHEDRAL a #1 pop hit from 1966 WIND BENEATH MY WINGS, THE inspirational Bette Midler hit about the man behind the woman, or vice versa WITH TWO WINGS marvelously energetic 8-parter about men and women working together, as sung by Friends YESTERDAY the lovely Beatles' tune may be the most recorded of all time. The men's version of this arrangement is published by SPEBSQSA. YESTERDAY, WHEN I WAS YOUNG powerful song from the French, with a sophisticated sentiment of regret YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND What's not to like about this Carole King classic? Great for honoring a special person or delighting all of your audiences.

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