Every Time Papa Steps Off The Train
Subject
Papa’s homecoming is a joyful ritual
Year Composed
2001
Year Copyrighted
2013
Voicing
SA
Solos
optional
Musical Form
- A – B – A – Coda
Song Details
After a soloist freely introduces the first phrase of the A theme, a jaunty melody ensues, with simple harmony. The B section is characterized by playful scatting back and forth between the two sections of the chorus. The A theme happily returns again and papa and child tumble into each other’s arms in the coda! This song provides a delightful experience for singer and audience alike!
Performance options
nice solo opportunity in the introduction; the swing rhythm of this piece might be enhanced with some simple choralography
Suggested uses
- family-themed concert
- Father’s Day event
- to teach choral scatting