My Funny Valentine Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Do you have a significant other that makes you smile with your heart? Their looks may be laughable (and even unphotographable) yet they’re your favorite work of art? Then you could call them “My Funny Valentine.”
With lyrics close to those written above, the well known song, “My Funny Valentine,” has become a staple for the day set aside to honor your favorite loved one. Written in 1937 by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart for their musical, Babes in Arms, it is sung in the show by the female lead, Billie Smith, to her love interest, Valentine “Val” LaMar. She pokes gentle fun at some of his characteristics, but ultimately tells him not to change, because they are what gives him his charm. Just about everyone can relate to that set of circumstances. After all, love reigns supreme – especially on Valentine’s Day!
If you would like to perform this wonderful song, there are many settings from which to choose. There are versions for vocal solo with piano, as well as arrangements for choir, jazz ensemble (with or without vocal solo), jazz combo, concert band and full or string orchestra. You can find these all on Stanton’s website, or try our Digital Delivery option if there’s no time to lose!