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A La Mode: SAB Choral Octavo

By Audrey Snyder / Arranged by Steve Larson

Item: 35-DS00149482

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 11
SKU: 35-DS00149482

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About the Composer: Audrey Snyder

Audrey Snyder has built a reputation as one of the most prolific and trusted voices in choral music education. Her arrangements and compositions appear in countless festival programs and classroom repertoire lists, consistently earning praise for their musicality, accessibility, and clever use of text.

Snyder understands what singers need: parts that sit well in the voice, harmonic language that sounds sophisticated without becoming a technical barrier, and musical ideas worth the effort to learn. Her work spans all levels and voicings, but her gift for balancing accessibility with genuine artistry sets her apart in the field.

Why we love this

Steve Larson's arrangement captures the playful spirit of Snyder's writing while tailoring it perfectly for SAB ensembles. The three-part voicing opens this piece to younger or developing choirs without sacrificing harmonic interest, and the novelty element makes it an instant audience favorite on concert programs.

What to expect

The piece carries a light, contemporary sensibility that feels fresh and approachable without resorting to humor at the expense of musical substance. There's a confidence in the writing that invites singers to perform with style and presence.

Who it's for

This arrangement serves developing and intermediate three-part choirs that want contemporary, engaging material with personality. It works equally well for middle school, high school, and adult community ensembles seeking repertoire that's both singable and musically satisfying.

How to get the most out of it

  • Clarify the rhythmic articulation early in rehearsal. The title suggests style and attitude, so commit to clear diction and crisp attacks to bring out the character.
  • Balance the blend between the soprano and alto lines during unison passages. These moments are often where a section's cohesion becomes most apparent.
  • Resist the urge to oversell the novelty aspect. Let the harmonic and melodic content speak; the charm emerges naturally when singers understand the music fully.
  • Layer in dynamics during final rehearsals rather than the first pass through the piece. This keeps singers focused on accuracy and lets musicality develop organically.

How to use it

Position this as a contrast piece in a mixed concert program; its novelty character and shorter length (11 pages) make it ideal for breaking up heavier material. It also serves as an excellent choice for spring or end-of-year concerts where audiences appreciate both musicianship and entertainment value.

Skills your students will build

  • Stylistic awareness and ensemble blend in contemporary idiom
  • Rhythmic clarity and articulation precision
  • Part independence within a three-part texture
  • Diction and text communication in a lighter musical context

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