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Composer(s)
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Paul Simon
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Arranger
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David von Kampen
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Voicing (with percentage of divisi measures)
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SSATB (Sops only split to S2 8%)
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Measures
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106
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Level
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3
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Accompaniment
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Fully-notated piano part (with vocals), fully-notated acoustic bass and percussion (cajon or similar)
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Original/Reference Artist
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Simon and Garfunkel
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Performance Time
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4:03
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Meter/Tempo
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6/8 (mostly) @ 54 |
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Solos
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Optional SA 8 bars, Optional piano solo 8 bars
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Style Notes
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Lilting 3-against-2 groove
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Arrangement Features
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Plenty of unison and open voicings, pop/jazz reharmonization, minimal divisi, melody distributed across parts, patient dynamics with strong climax before soft landing
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Suggested programming role(s)
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Mid-set
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Range Extremes
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Highest Sop E5, Tenor E4, Lowest Alto G3, Bass F#2
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Lyric Summary
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The lyrics depict a journey to find America, accompanied by a partner. They embark on an adventure, encountering interesting characters along the way. The song reflects the search for meaning and purpose in America. References to cigarettes may make this chart better suited for college and community choirs rather than those from secondary schools.
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Demo Credits
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Piano, Bass and Percussion: David von Kampen
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Commission Credit
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NA
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Release Year
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2023
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