Henry Ford
This rollicking rag from the musical "Ragtime" about the marvels of assembly line production injects a quick burst of energy and optimism into any show. It features a 5-part colorful factory percussion for a unique and authentic sound, not to mention playful, syncopated vocal lines that are extremely fun to sing!
Instrumentation: Piano/Bass/Guitar/Drums/Percussion/2 Tpt/2 Tbn/Alto, Tenor Sax
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Price
$195
Genre
Jazz/Ragtime, Musical Theater
Voicing
SSA, SAB, SATB
Functions
Quick Hitter, Novelty
Difficulty
Moderate
See my people? Well, here's my theory Of what this country Is moving toward. Every worker A cog in motion. Well, that's the notion of Henry Ford! One man tightens And one man ratchets And one man reaches To pull one cord. Car keeps moving In one direction. A genuflection to Henry Ford! Hallelujah! Praise the maker Of the Model T! Speed up the belt. Speed up the belt, Sam. Hallelujah! Hell, I'll take her! Sure amazin' How far some fellas can see! Speed up the belt. Speed up the belt, Sam. Speed up the belt. Speed up the belt, Sam! Speed up the, speed up the, speed up the speed up the belt! Mass production Will sweep the nation. A simple notion, The world's reward. Even people who ain't too clever Can learn to tighten a nut forever, Attach one pedal Or pull one lever For Henry Ford! Henry Ford! Henry Ford! Henry Ford! Grab your goggles And climb aboard! I'm ready, Lord! (Ragtime)
Using the links in the menu, you can view a sample of this arrangement and hear sample recordings.