The Longest Time by Billy Joel SSA - Sheet Music
By Billy JoelBilly Joel's pop hit from 1983 is a perennial favorite and evokes an even earlier time in America's pop history. Now available for mixed and SSA voicings, your groups will love to perform these well-crafted arrangements. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 3:30.
Details
Summary
- Instrument:
- Choir
- Ensembles:
- SSA 3-Part A Cappella Women's Choir
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Series:
- Hal Leonard Pop Choral Series
- UPC:
- 884088499297
- Item types:
- Physical
- Artist:
- Billy Joel
- Arrangers:
- Kirby Shaw
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Size:
- 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches
- Number of Pages:
- 12
- Shipping Weight:
- 0.75 pounds
Detailed Description
SKU: HL.8202683
By Billy Joel. Arranged by Kirby Shaw. Pop Choral Series. A Cappella, Concert, Doo-Wop, Eighties, Pop. 12 pages. Hal Leonard #8202683. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8202683).UPC: 884088499297. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
Billy Joel's pop hit from 1983 is a perennial favorite and evokes an even earlier time in America's pop history. Now available for mixed and SSA voicings, your groups will love to perform these well-crafted arrangements. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 3:30.
Song List
The Longest Time
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- Series:
- Hal Leonard Pop Choral Series
- Artists:
- Billy Joel Kirby Shaw
- Ensemble:
- SSA 3-Part A Cappella Women's Choir
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.8 Rating
4 reviews
Anonymous
Dec 17, 2025
As an adult choir member, I absolutely loved singing 'The Longest Time.' Billy Joel's classic doo-wop vibe is perfectly captured in this SSA a cappella arrangement. It feels just like the record, and the parts are so enjoyable to learn and blend. It brings such a positive energy to our rehearsals and performances. Highly recommend for any choir looking for a feel-good piece!
Anonymous
Dec 16, 2025
This SSA a cappella arrangement of Billy Joel's 'The Longest Time' is exactly what you need for a quick-learn, high-impact performance. The Kirby Shaw arrangement is clean and respects the original's doo-wop feel. With 12 pages, page turns are manageable. It's a reliable choice for school or community groups looking for a crowd-pleasing number that's well-balanced and effective without instrumental accompaniment.
Dr. Evelyn R.
Dec 15, 2025
Kirby Shaw delivers an outstanding a cappella SSA arrangement of 'The Longest Time.' The voice leading is thoughtful, allowing each part to contribute meaningfully to the rich doo-wop texture. Vocal ranges are appropriate for the SSA voicing, ensuring comfort and optimal blend. It's an excellent choice for vocal coaches and directors seeking a well-balanced arrangement that truly showcases the choir's capabilities.
Anonymous
Dec 14, 2025
Kirby Shaw's SSA arrangement of 'The Longest Time' is a fantastic teaching tool. The vocal lines are clearly notated, making sight-reading accessible for students. It's a well-crafted piece that allows for focused work on rhythmic precision and blend within the a cappella setting. Perfect for high school or community choirs, it keeps students engaged with a beloved pop hit while developing core choral skills.
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This score is ideal for Choral ensembles (SATB, SAB, or SSA groups). The instrumentation, specifically SATB a cappella (with options for SAB and SSA), is perfect for School and Community usage, allowing musicians to enjoy a professional arrangement of an iconic Billy Joel hit by Kirby Shaw, part of the 'Classic Pop 80s' series.
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