Hal Leonard Send in the Clowns
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Essential Information About This Score
Essential Information About This Score
- A Stephen Sondheim Standard revisited for choir, ideal for enriching a concert program with a reference from musical theatre.
- Arrangement by John Leavitt: clear and musical choral writing designed to highlight the melodic line and the text.
- Original Instrumentation combining SSA choir, oboe, and string bass, for a refined and expressive sound color.
- Short and Effective Format (12 pages): perfect for working on interpretation, intonation, and dynamics without overloading rehearsal schedules.
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Summary of This Score
"Send in the Clowns" is an iconic song by Stephen Sondheim, appreciated for its poignant melody and emotional intensity. This edition offers a choral arrangement by John Leavitt for SSA ensemble, supported by oboe and string bass: an instrumentation choice that brings warmth, depth, and a touch of lyricism, ideal for enhancing the intimate character of the piece. The oboe part delicately emphasizes the expressive line, while the string bass anchors the ensemble and provides a subtle harmonic foundation.
Designed for choral practice, this score emphasizes musicality, precision of attacks, and legato quality, while allowing ample space for working on dynamics and phrasing. It naturally fits into a repertoire for female choir or treble voices, whether in a "musical theatre" program, a themed concert, or a more eclectic evening mixing classics and standards. Published by Hal Leonard in the Voices Rising collection, it serves as an excellent resource for developing listening between sections, cohesion, and expressivity.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Stephen Sondheim | Instrumentation | SSA, Oboe and String Bass |
| Arranger | John Leavitt | Collection | Voices Rising |
| Publisher | Hal Leonard | Pages | 12 |
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Questions frequently asked
What is the instrumentation of Send in the Clowns at Hal Leonard?
The arrangement is written for SSA choir, oboe, and double bass. The SSA voices correspond to three parts for high voices.
Is this score suitable for a women's choir?
This edition fits into a women's or treble choir repertoire thanks to its SSA scoring. The oboe supports the expressive line, while the double bass provides harmonic foundation.
Who arranged this choral version of Send in the Clowns?
The arrangement is by John Leavitt, based on the work of Stephen Sondheim.
How many pages does the score have?
The score contains 12 pages. It is published by Hal Leonard in the Voices Rising collection. The content is designed for work on legato, dynamics, and choral phrasing.
What type of choral program is this edition suited for?
The SSA writing with oboe and double bass can find a place in a musical theatre program or a themed concert. Stephen Sondheim's melody emphasizes expressiveness and cohesion between sections.
