Other song types

Question 1

Patter Song

Answer 1

Let’s not talk about love (Let’s face it!) - Cole Porter

A song with minimal changes in pitch and lots of lyrics very fast

Question 2

Throw away Song

Answer 2

Brush up your Shakespeare (Kiss me, Kate) - Cole Porter

A song that is performed in front of the curtain while a major set change is completed behind it. Adds nothing to the storyline of the play.