Let Me Show You
This transition number begins with a funk instrumental feature that provides a flashy introduction for the main soloist, a 'salesman' who offers a miracle product that will provide a means of escape from the problems of life. (The SSA version features an alternate solo in a treble range.) The intro leads into a smooth soft-shoe during which the salesman works his charm on the crowd. It also features an optional backup trio of 'assistants' helping to close the deal.
Instrumentation: Piano/Synth/Guitar/Bass/Drums/Percussion/2 Tpt/1 Tbn/Alto, Tenor Sax
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Price
$195
Genre
Swing/Cabaret
Voicing
SSA, SAB, SATB
Functions
Quick Hitter, Change-of-Pace
Difficulty
Easy
Preview:
Are you looking for a little escape? Somewhere to go that will alter the shape of your world? Oh baby, won’t you listen to me? I know a place where you can all be free Come with me, put your cares aside, Here’s where you’ll go when there’s nowhere to hide from the truth Oh baby, I got what you need Satisfaction is guaranteed Say goodbye to the pain, say goodbye to the fear And there’s no need to run, for the answer is here Behind your eyes Inside your mind I’ve created a refuge For all humankind Those who were lost Will finally find Their way out of the dark And those who were blind Now will finally see (I can finally see I once was lost but now am found Show me the way) When life’s a drag When life’s a bore Here is the key That will open the door A grand adventure Lies in store for you…. (Anita Cracauer)
Using the links in the menu, you can view a sample of this arrangement and hear sample recordings.