Guys and Dolls: Vocal Selections (A Musical Fable of Broadway Based on Characters by Damon Runyon)

Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation; Frank Loesser; Jo Sweling; Abe Burrows

ISBN 10: 0881882011 / ISBN 13: 9780881882018

Published by Hal Leonard, 1992

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Guys and Dolls: Vocal Selections (A Musical Fable of Broadway Based on Characters by Damon Runyon)
• Publisher: Hal Leonard
• Publication Date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0881882011
• ISBN 13: 9780881882018
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 9 ounces

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Synopsis

Written by composer Frank Loesser, Guys and Dolls Vocal Selections collects 12 standout songs from the Broadway classic in one performance-ready piano, vocal, and guitar songbook. Each selection includes vocal melody, piano accompaniment, complete lyrics, chord names, and guitar chord diagrams-making it a practical and reliable resource for musical theater singers, voice students, and accompanists seeking authentic repertoire.

Best suited to medium-level performers, these arrangements preserve the charm, swing, and character-driven storytelling that define Loesser’s score while remaining accessible for rehearsal, auditions, studio coaching, and staged performance. Vocalists benefit from clearly presented melodic lines that support phrasing and interpretation, while pianists and guitarists have structured accompaniments that function smoothly in both practice and live settings.

The musical settings maintain the melodic integrity and rhythmic vitality of the original Broadway production, encouraging performers to develop stylistic awareness, timing, and expressive nuance. Teachers will find it a dependable repertoire source for lessons and recital preparation, while dedicated fans of classic American musical theater will appreciate having these iconic selections in a cohesive, stage-ready collection.

Song list: Adelaide's Lament * A Bushel And A Peck * Fugue For Tinhorns * Guys And Dolls * I'll Know * I've Never Been In Love Before * If I Were A Bell * Luck Be A Lady * More I Cannot Wish You * Sit Down You're Rockin' The Boat * Sue Me * Take Back Your Mink

From heartfelt ballads to lively ensemble numbers, this collection makes it easy to bring the spirit of Guys and Dolls into the practice room or onto the stage. It remains a trusted addition to any musical theater library and a thoughtful gift for singers who value enduring Broadway repertoire.