Hal Leonard Rock Around the '50s (Musical) - Emerson - Performance Kit

Arranger: Roger Emerson
Format: Softcover with Audio Online
Version: Performance Kit with audio download
Level: Grades 4-8

Hello Baaaaaaaby! Get ready to rock around the clock with songs and interesting fun facts from the era of sock hops, Elvis and doo-wop. These easily-produced Express Musicals are perfect for a short program in the spring or fall, community outreach events, or as part of a larger program. Short narrations for up to 23 speakers set up the songs.

The Teacher Edition features piano/vocal arrangements and choreography, reproducible program narration and fun facts from the '50s. The Singer Edition 20-pak features singer vocal parts in attractive full colour spreads. To perform with recordings, there are 2 options. A Performance/Accompaniment CD is available separately. For cost-saving value, the Performance Kit Audio includes the Teacher Edition, Singer 20-Pak and audio recordings via digital access. About 25 minutes. Suggested for grades 4-8.

Song List:

• Jailhouse Rock (from JAILHOUSE ROCK)
• La Bamba (featured in the Motion Picture LA BAMBA)
• Mister Sandman
• Rock Around The Clock (featured in the Motion Picture AMERICAN GRAFFITI)
• Splish Splash
• Yakety Yak