This dynamic chart is a unique twist on one of Cole Porter's signature tunes. Usinf a funky, New Orleans street beat, colorful harmonies, and changing modality, this SSATB chart puts a new spin on a grand old tune from the standard jazz repertoire. A flexible solo section is included for multiple vocal and/or instrumental soloists or an extended solo by one performer. The solo section can be shortened or lengthened at the discretion of the director. There are exciting vocal backgrounds for the solo section and a tutti shout section that rivals the best of the big bands. This is a fun chart for listeners and performers alike.

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JERRY TOLSON, Associate Professor of Jazz Studies and Music Education, directs jazz ensembles and teaches jazz pedagogy and history classes at the University of Louisville. A graduate of Drake University and the University of North Texas, Tolson is a clinician, adjudicator, guest conductor and jazz camp instructor throughout the country as well as an organizer and presenter of jazz festivals and educational activities. Tolson composes and arranges for both instrumental and vocal jazz ensembles. In addition to his vocal works published by UNC Jazz Press, he is an author and consultant for the Alfred Music Jazz Expressions Method. Performing on keyboards, woodwinds and vocals, Tolson leads three groups and has recorded two CD's with his jazz quintet. He has worked with Delfeayo Marsalis, Kevin Mahogany, Sunny Wilkinson and Phil Wilson as well as popular artists such as The Temptations, Four Tops and Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme. Honors include Who's Who Among American Teaches, Kentucky Music Educators' 'College Teacher of the Year,' and the University's "Distingusihed Faculty Service Award." Tolson's professional memberships include the American Federation of Musicians, CMS, NBA, MENC, ASCAP and IAJE.