Both Sides Now (arr. Audrey Snyder): 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo
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Both Sides Now (arr. Audrey Snyder): 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo

As performed by Joni Mitchell / Arranged by Audrey Snyder

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 13
SKU: 35-DS01474532

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About the Artist: Joni Mitchell

Joni Mitchell's songwriting reshaped popular music by proving that folk and pop idioms could accommodate sophisticated harmonic language and introspective lyricism. Her compositions, including 'Both Sides Now,' demonstrate how accessible melodies can carry emotionally complex ideas, making her work particularly valuable in choral settings where text and music must serve the same expressive purpose.

For music educators, Mitchell's catalog offers repertoire that engages singers with meaningful material while developing musicianship. Her songs reward careful attention to phrasing, nuance, and emotional communication; choral arrangements of her work invite students to think beyond technical execution and toward interpretation.

Why we love this

Audrey Snyder's 3-part arrangement captures the reflective beauty of 'Both Sides Now' while keeping the voicing accessible for mixed ensembles. The straightforward harmonic foundation lets singers focus on the song's emotional core rather than wrestling with complexity, making it ideal for programs that value emotional maturity alongside technical development.

What to expect

Introspective and crystalline. The piece invites singers to inhabit the song's contemplative space, where harmony illuminates rather than adorns the melody. There's a quiet strength in the writing that asks for restraint and genuine connection to the text.

Who it's for

This arrangement suits choral directors programming concerts that blend folk traditions with contemporary sensibilities. It works for ensembles seeking repertoire that develops musicianship without requiring advanced reading skills or unusual vocal demands.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melody as a conversation between high and middle voices, keeping lower parts as grounded support rather than equal partners in the foreground.
  • Resist the urge to rush; let the lyrics breathe naturally and allow harmonic shifts to register with the audience.
  • Balance clarity of text with sustained tone, especially on longer note values where enunciation can blur.
  • Pay attention to Snyder's voice leading at key moments, where small shifts in the middle parts create movement that doesn't depend on the melody.

How to use it

Position this in a program moment where the audience can settle into reflective listening. Pair it with other art songs or contemporary folk arrangements to build a thematic arc around personal reflection or changing perspective. The straightforward vocal demands make it a solid mid-program choice that doesn't require elaborate staging or production values.

Skills your students will build

  • Sustaining legit tone across longer phrases without excessive breath
  • Maintaining tuning in simple three-part voicing while attending to emotional shape
  • Connecting text phrasing to musical line and vice versa
  • Balancing individual voice part independence with harmonic blend

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