Dream On: SSA Choral Octavo

Name: Dream On: SSA Choral Octavo
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-SVM05079
Price: 1.65 USD
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(A Christmas or Winter Lullaby)

By Berta Poorman and Sonja Poorman

Level: Moderate

Item: 00-SVM05079

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This wonderful women's choir selection from Berta and Sonja Poorman will add a delightful change of pace to your next concert. Alternate lyrics make this an ideal choice for either Winter or Christmas concerts.

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Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 12

UPC: 654979094913

SKU: 00-SVM05079

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About the Composer: Berta Poorman

Berta and Sonja Poorman bring two generations of choral experience to their collaborative compositions. Working together for over two decades, they have written music for singers of all ages in church and concert settings, developing a distinctive voice for both sacred and secular repertoire.

Their writing prioritizes singability and musical substance in equal measure. Each piece features thoughtful voice leading that serves the text while remaining accessible to singers at intermediate levels. Poorman compositions are known for texts that uplift and encourage, reflecting their commitment to music that speaks to the human spirit.

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Why we love this

This piece gives your SSA choir a legitimate concert vehicle that doesn't sacrifice musical interest for accessibility. The alternate lyric option is genuinely practical, letting you program one arrangement across two different concert seasons without feeling obligated to reprogram everything in between.

What to expect

Warmth and encouragement live at the heart of this arrangement. The music has the character of a genuine gift, offered generously to singers and listeners alike, with clear voice leading that creates lift and brightness throughout.

Who it's for

SSA choirs at the intermediate level who want substantive concert repertoire that doesn't demand advanced vocal technique. This works equally well for high school singers developing their ensemble skills and adult community choirs looking for accessible yet musically satisfying literature.

How to get the most out of it

Explore the relationship between the three voice parts early in rehearsal. The Poormans' voice leading creates natural support for soloists, so encourage singers to listen across parts rather than singing in isolation.
Use the recorded accompaniment during sectional rehearsals to build confidence and establish pitch accuracy before full ensemble runs.
Balance the text changes smoothly by rehearsing both lyric versions with the same musical phrasing. Your singers will move between them more naturally if the vocal line feels identical.
Let the uplifting quality of the music shape your interpretation. Avoid oversinging; these composers trust the clarity of their voicing to create warmth.

How to use it

The dual lyrics make this especially valuable for directors who program both winter holiday concerts and general winter concerts. You can also place this strategically as a pacing piece in longer programs where you need a moment of genuine warmth between more demanding selections.