All I Want Is... Nuttin'!: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Albrecht combines two recognizable holiday melodies into a single, high-energy arrangement that keeps choirs and audiences genuinely entertained. The lisps and speech choir elements transform what could be a standard medley into a comedic event that develops vocal flexibility and rhythmic precision while never sacrificing musicality.

Bright and irreverent, with moments of playful chaos. The lisps and spoken interjections create an unpredictable energy that keeps performers and listeners engaged, while the underlying melodic framework remains accessible and satisfying to sing.

Developing choirs ready to tackle ensemble unison and basic two-part writing with confidence and humor. This works especially well for middle school and early high school groups that benefit from repertoire combining musical growth with entertainment value.

• Commit fully to the lisps and speech choir moments; half-hearted delivery flattens the humor. Run these sections separately during rehearsal to build confidence and ensemble unity.
• Use the recorded accompaniment to establish tempo and groove, then gradually reduce dependence on it so singers control the comedic pacing themselves.
• Choreograph the movement purposefully during early rehearsals rather than adding it as an afterthought. Clear staging elevates the novelty element and gives singers something concrete to execute alongside the vocal demands.
• Balance articulation in the faster passages so diction remains crisp even as singers navigate the lisps. The novelty works best when text is crystal clear.

Open a winter concert with this novelty to establish a fun, audience-friendly tone before moving into more serious seasonal repertoire. It also works as a strong closer for concert or festival performances where you want to send singers and listeners home smiling.

• Diction control in altered articulation patterns (lisps)
• Rhythmic precision in speech choir passages
• Ensemble blend across unison and two-part textures
• Coordination of choreography with vocal performance
• Confidence performing comedic material with conviction