Festival Song: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Music by Dave and Jean Perry
Item: 00-PO-0002877
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Description
"Fill the air with joyful sound." This well-crafted piece practically sings itself-perfect for young and developing 2 and 3-part choirs. Dave and Jean Perry have filled the score with well-written counter lines, rhythmic excitement, and repetition for easy learning. For year round use, including your holiday concerts. And, naturally, it's great for festivals.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
8
SKU:
00-PO-0002877
More about this title
About the Composer: Dave Perry
Dave Perry is a composer and arranger whose work has become a staple in choral education. Known for writing music that engages singers while respecting the realities of rehearsal time and skill development, Perry crafts pieces that sound polished without demanding endless preparation.
Together with Jean Perry, Dave has created numerous choral works that balance musicality with accessibility. Their approach emphasizes strong melodic writing, thoughtful voice leading, and the kind of rhythmic clarity that helps young choirs build confidence quickly.
Why we love this
This piece delivers exactly what its title promises: a joyful, singable work that actually respects the time constraints of a developing choir. The counterlines are genuinely musical rather than filler, and the built-in repetition means your singers learn it fast and retain it through concert season without constant review.
What to expect
Bright and energetic, with a sense of celebration built into every phrase. The well-crafted counterlines add harmonic depth while keeping the overall feel accessible and joyful.
Who it's for
Young and developing choirs with singers ready for 2 and 3-part textures. This works equally well for middle school choirs building toward more complex literature and high school choirs seeking a reliable piece for festivals or holiday programming.
How to get the most out of it
- Emphasize the rhythmic drive without rushing. The energy comes from precision and togetherness, not speed.
- Balance the parts carefully in rehearsal. Mark dynamics specifically and listen for whether the counterline can be heard alongside the melody.
- Use the text to shape phrasing. "Fill the air with joyful sound" should feel expansive, not clipped.
How to use it
Festival Song works as either a standalone piece or paired with other shorter works on a holiday or spring concert. Its festival designation makes it obvious for competitive or festival programming, but the year-round quality means it fits equally well in a general concert as a bright opener or closer.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and singing 2 and 3-part textures
- Following independent melodic lines while listening to harmonic partners
- Maintaining rhythmic precision in ensemble contexts
- Shaping phrases with text as a guide
- Building confidence in parts that feature counterlines