Bring On the Snow!: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Words and music by Jay Althouse
Item: 00-PO-0001369
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Your 2-part choirs will make this catchy song their wintertime wish! After all, who doesn't love a snow day? "We'll have no school tomorrow, or maybe for a week. So come on, bring on the snow!" Choreography featured on Lift Me Up! choral movement DVD (00-38171). Check this out! https://leapingbrain.com/modshop/product/?shop=9&product=5652
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Series:
Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0001369
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About the Composer: Jay Althouse
Jay Althouse holds degrees in Music Education and Music from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where he was recognized with the Distinguished Alumni award. His eight-year tenure in rights and licenses administration at a major educational publisher gave him deep insight into what schools actually need; he also served on the Executive Board of the Music Publishers Association of America during this period.
As a composer, Althouse has amassed more than 800 published works spanning all choir levels, performed widely across English-speaking countries. He holds ASCAP membership and has been a regular recipient of their Special Award for excellence in standard music composition. Beyond choral writing, he has co-created children's musicals with his wife Sally K. Albrecht, edited celebrated vocal solo collections, co-authored foundational texts like The Complete Choral Warm-up Book and Accent on Composers, and written classroom resources including Ready to Read Music and One-Page Composer Bios. His co-written choral work I Hear America Singing was performed by the San Francisco Girls and Boys Choirs at President Barack Obama's 2009 inauguration. He has served on the boards of the North Carolina Master Chorale and the Folk Art Society of America.
Why we love this
Althouse nails the emotional core of what kids actually want to sing about. The melody is immediately singable for young choirs, the text captures genuine joy without condescension, and the built-in humor makes singers own the material rather than merely perform it. Programming this in December or early January gives your ensemble an instant audience favorite.
What to expect
Catchy and lighthearted, this song channels the giddy anticipation of a snow day with a melody that lodges itself in singers' heads long after rehearsal ends. The text radiates genuine excitement without losing musical substance, creating a piece that feels fun to sing rather than merely entertaining to hear.
Who it's for
Two-part choirs in middle school, upper elementary, or beginning high school settings will thrive with this piece. The straightforward voicing and accessible melody make it ideal for groups building confidence in blend and intonation.
How to get the most out of it
- Lean into the conversational tone of the lyrics; encourage singers to deliver lines like "We'll have no school tomorrow" with genuine anticipation rather than oversinging the sentiment.
- Use the recorded accompaniment during rehearsal to establish the groove, then gradually reduce reliance on it so singers internalize the harmonic support and can perform with confidence.
- Explore the movement and staging suggestions on the Lift Me Up! choral movement DVD (00-38171) early in rehearsal to build ensemble cohesion and add visual energy that matches the song's playful spirit.
How to use it
This works beautifully as a second-half concert opener or as part of a winter-themed program alongside more reflective seasonal material. Its infectious energy can also serve as a morale booster during the demanding rehearsal weeks before winter break.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining rhythmic precision in a rhythmically active pop-influenced style
- Balancing melody and harmony in a 2-part texture
- Singing with expressive text clarity and conversational phrasing
- Coordinating vocals with choreography and staging
- Building ensemble confidence through an audience-friendly arrangement