Anyone Can Whistle
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Anyone Can Whistle, an absurdist social satire about insanity and conformity (among a dozen other things) is probably the bravest show that Stephen Sondheim wrote, at least until Assassins. A legendary cult show, this wacky, intelligent, highly unconventional musical points ahead to Stephen Sondheim's groundbreaking work in the 1970s, even as it keeps a foot firmly rooted in musical theatre's "golden age."
Anyone Can Whistle tells the story of a corrupt mayoress who fakes a miracle to revitalize her bankrupt town (through the resulting pilgrim trade) and the ill-fated romance between the rational nurse, out to expose the fraud, and the easygoing doctor who is determined to enjoy the chaos that it brings. In the end, the show delivers a poignant message about the importance of the individual in a conformist society – but not before aiming its still-relevant barbs at government, religion, science and anything else that stands in its way!
With its circus-like atmosphere, Anyone Can Whistle features plenty of memorable, lovably cartoonish roles of all sizes. The dazzling, melodic Broadway-style score overflows with the youthful energy of experimentation, consisting of one showstopper after another, including two extensive ballets that provide opportunities for some inspired choreography.
Concert Selections for Anyone Can Whistle
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- ANYONE CAN WHISTLEFirst Performance Fee:$175Each Additional Performance:$100Music byStephen SondheimLyrics byStephen SondheimOrchestrated byshow more...show less...Don WalkerArrangement DetailsSong Type: Show Extraction
A show extraction is taken directly from the licensed show materials. No edits have been made to the song.
Arranged for1 Voice (Typically Female)Starting KeyCEstimated duration3 min 38 secInstrumentationPart Name Doubling Quantity PIANO/CONDUCTOR SCORE Â 2 REED 1 Flute 1 REED 2 Clarinet 1 REED 3 Flute 1 REED 4 Bass Clarinet 1 REED 5 Clarinet 1 HORN 1 & 2 Â 2 TRUMPET 1 & 2 Â 2 TRUMPET 3 Â 1 TROMBONE 1 Â 1 TROMBONE 2 Â 1 PERCUSSION 1 & 2 Timpani, Triangle 2 ACCORDION Â 1 CELLO A Â 2 CELLO B Â 2 CELLO C Â 2 BASS Â 5 Please Note: In some instances (i.e. Reeds, Percussion, etc.), additional copies of parts may be provided, in the event you wish to split out the doublings to multiple players.
- EVERYBODY SAYS DON'T!First Performance Fee:$175Each Additional Performance:$100Music bySONDHEIM, STEPHENLyrics bySONDHEIM, STEPHENOrchestrated byshow more...show less...WALKER, DONArrangement DetailsSong Type: Show Extraction
A show extraction is taken directly from the licensed show materials. No edits have been made to the song.
Arranged for1 MALE VOICEStarting KeyCEstimated duration2 min 17 secInstrumentation1 Reed 1(Flute), 1 Reed 2(Clarinet 3), 1 Reed 3(Clarinet 1), 1 Reed 4(Clarinet 2), 1 Reed 5(Bassoon), 2 Trumpet 1&2, 1 Trumpet 3, 2 Horn 1&2, 1 Trombone 1, 1 Trombone 2, 2 Cello A, 2 Cello B, 2 Cello C, 5 Bass, 3 Percussion(Drum Set, Vibes, Xylophone), 1 Accordian, 2 Piano/Conductor
- SUITE OF WALTZES FROM "ANYONEFirst Performance Fee:$175Each Additional Performance:$100Music byStephen SondheimArranged byshow more...show less...Larry MooreArrangement DetailsSong Type: Symphonic Suite
A Symphonic Suite includes several songs in incomplete form, usually as a medley. It is written specifically for symphonic performance.
InstrumentationPiccolo, 2 Flutes, 2 Oboe, 2 Clarinet 2 Bassoon, 4 Horns, 3 Trumpets, 3 Trombones, Tuba, Timpani, 2 Percussion, Harp, (8) Violin 1, (8) Violin 2, (7) Viola, (6) Cello, (5) Bass. Your rental materials will also include a Full Score.
- THERE WON'T BE TRUMPETSFirst Performance Fee:$175Each Additional Performance:$100Music bySONDHEIM, STEPHENLyrics bySONDHEIM, STEPHENOrchestrated byshow more...show less...WALKER, DONArrangement DetailsSong Type: Show Extraction
A show extraction is taken directly from the licensed show materials. No edits have been made to the song.
Arranged for2 FEMALE VOICESStarting KeyBEstimated duration2 min 35 secInstrumentation1 Flute(Piccolo), 1 Oboe, 1 Clarinet 1(Clarinet in Eb), 1 Clarinet 2, 1 Clarinet 3, 1 Bassoon, 2 Trumpet 1&2, 1 Trumpet 3, 2 Horn 1&2, 1 Trombone 1, 1 Trombone 2, 2 Cello A, 2 Cello B, 2 Cello C, 5 Bass, 3 Percussion(Timp F, Timp Bb), 1 Accordion, 2 Piano Conductor, 2 Chorus books
- WALTZES FROM "ANYONE CAN WHISTLE"First Performance Fee:$175Each Additional Performance:$100Music byStephen SondheimArranged byLarry MooreOrchestrated byshow more...show less...Larry MooreArrangement DetailsSong Type: Symphonic Suite
A Symphonic Suite includes several songs in incomplete form, usually as a medley. It is written specifically for symphonic performance.
Starting KeyCInstrumentation3 Flute (Flute 3 doubles Piccolo), 2 Oboe, 2 Clarinet, 2 Bassoon, 4 Horn, 3 Trumpet, 3 Trombone 1 Tuba, 2 Percussion, 1 Timpani, 1 Harp, (8) Violin I, (8) Violin II, (7) Viola, (6) Cello, (5) Bass.
WITH SO LITTLE TO BE SURE OFFirst Performance Fee:$175Each Additional Performance:$100Music bySONDHEIM, STEPHENLyrics bySONDHEIM, STEPHENOrchestrated byshow more...show less...WALKER, DONArrangement DetailsSong Type: Show ExtractionA show extraction is taken directly from the licensed show materials. No edits have been made to the song.
Arranged for1 FEMALE VOICE, 1 MALE VOICEStarting KeyDEstimated duration4 min 30 secInstrumentation1 Flute 1, 1 Flute 2(Alto flute), 1 English horn, 1 Clarinet 1, 1 Clarinet 2, 1 Clarinet 3, 1Bass clarinet, 2 Trumpet 1&2, 1 Trumpet 3, 2 Horn 1&2, 1 Trombone 1, 1 Trombone 2, 2 Cello A, 2 Cello B, 2 Cello C, 5 Bass, 3 Percussion(Drum set ,Timp), 1 Accordion, 2 Piano Conductor, 2 Chorus books
WITH SO LITTLE TO BE SURE OF (FOR SOLO HORN & STRINGS)First Performance Fee:$175Each Additional Performance:$100Music bySONDHEIM, STEPHENArranged byshow more...show less...MCKIBBINS, PAULArrangement DetailsSong Type: Concert/Symphonic Arrangement (Instrumental)A Concert/Symphonic Arrangement has been specifically written for use in a concert setting. Generally this means it features a larger, typical symphonic orchestration than what you may find in the show. It is meant to be performed without singers.
Arranged forFOR SOLO HORN (Flugelhorn or Trumpet solo) AND STRINGSStarting KeyCEstimated duration5 min 54 secInstrumentation9 Violin 1, 8 Violin 2, 7 Viola 1 2 &3, 2 Cello 1, 2 Cello 2, 2 Cello 3, 5 Bass, 1Flugelhorn, 1 Full Score
Show Essentials
Songs
Opening - Act 1
Me And My Town
Miracle Song
There Won't Be Trumpets
Interrogation Part I--Simple
Interrogation Part II
Interrogation Part III
Interrogation Part IV
Interrogation Part V
Interrogation Part VI
A-1 March/Parade In Town
Come Play Wiz Me
Anyone Can Whistle
I've Got You To Lean On
Everybody Says Don't
See What It Gets You
Cora's Chase
With So Little To Be Sure Of
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