Dream as One: SATB Choral Octavo
from Avatar: Fire and Ash
Words and music by Miley Cyrus, Andrew Wyatt, Mark Ronson, and Simon Franglen / arr. Alan Billingsley
Item: 00-PO-0007783
$2.75
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Description
From James Cameron's highly acclaimed cinematic spectacle Avatar: Fire and Ash comes this soul-stirring Miley Cyrus anthem. A simple but strong melody, resonant harmonies, and a theme that mirrors the choral experience make for the ultimate power ballad. With its soaring chorus and hopeful lyrics, this isn't just a song---it's a timely reminder of our shared humanity and the transformative power of a unified vision.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0007783
More about this title
About the Composer: Miley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus has built her career on unapologetic authenticity and vocal power, moving between pop, rock, and introspective ballad work with equal conviction. Her songwriting draws on personal experience and emotional directness, qualities that translate powerfully to choral contexts when arranged for ensemble voices.
Why we love this
Alan Billingsley's arrangement transforms a contemporary pop anthem into repertoire with genuine choral substance. The piece balances accessibility with musical depth, giving your singers a modern song they recognize while building authentic four-part harmony skills and emotional ensemble cohesion.
What to expect
The piece channels the cinematic grandeur of its source while maintaining an intimate, human core. Soaring harmonies and a hopeful melody create an emotional arc that feels both modern and timeless, inviting the choir to sing with conviction about collective purpose.
Who it's for
Choirs wanting to perform contemporary material with substance will find this arrangement equally at home in a concert setting or as a finale that resonates emotionally. The piece suits intermediate to advanced ensembles comfortable with pop idioms and contemporary vocal production without sacrificing harmonic musicianship.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the verses with restraint and clarity so the chorus lands with full impact; the contrast between intimate and soaring is where the power lives.
- Treat the recorded accompaniment as a rehearsal tool first, then consider whether to use it in performance or go fully a cappella for dramatic effect.
- Lock the unison passages (particularly in the opening) with precision before layering harmonies; intonation stability there sets up everything that follows.
- Emphasize the text's thematic arc about connection and shared vision; this isn't just technically impressive singing, it's a unified statement.
How to use it
Program this as a concert finale or as part of a set exploring contemporary themes in choral music. It pairs well alongside other modern pop arrangements or can stand alone as a powerful closing statement, especially in programming that celebrates unity or collective action.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing pop vocal production with four-part harmonic blend
- Sustaining legit singing technique through rhythmically driven passages
- Building emotional connection to contemporary lyrics and cultural references
- Precision in unison and homophonic textures before adding layered harmonies
- Phrasing contemporary melodies with classical choral discipline