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Flix Are for Kids: 2-Part Choral Octavo

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Flix Are for Kids: 2-Part Choral Octavo

A Medley of Movie Favorites

Arr. Sally K. Albrecht

Item: 00-25208

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It's a fast-paced medley of movie favorites, just for kids: "Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?," "We're Off to See the Wizard," "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang," and "Wonka's Welcome Song." Lots of fun and easy to learn!

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 16
UPC: 038081266992
SKU: 00-25208

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About the Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht

Sally K. Albrecht

Sally K. Albrecht has shaped American choral music for three decades, first as Director of School Choral and Vocal Publications at Alfred Music, then as a prolific composer and arranger in her own right. Her catalog exceeds 600 choral works, from octavos to full musicals, and she has earned the ASCAP Special Music Award annually since 1987. She brings her expertise as a conductor to honor choirs and festivals nationwide, including prestigious venues like Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and The Kennedy Center.

Albrecht's academic training spans music and theater: she holds degrees from Rollins College, the University of Miami's Frost School of Music (where she earned both an M.A. in Drama and an M.M. in Accompanying), and has taught at Oakland University, Jersey City State College, and Meredith College. A native of Cleveland, she continues to live in North Carolina with her husband, composer Jay Althouse, and serves on the boards of both Rollins College and the Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society.

Why we love this

Albrecht understands what makes young singers eager to show up for rehearsal. These four movie themes arrive pre-energized with cultural momentum, yet her 2-part writing keeps the technical demands minimal so every voice finds something to sing. The medley format means you get maximum variety and impact in a single 16-page package, perfect when you need crowd-pleasing repertoire that doesn't require weeks of preparation.

What to expect

Nostalgic, playful, and radiating pure joy. These are songs that audiences already love, so your singers inherit that goodwill from the moment the first note lands. The arrangement bounces with personality while staying accessible, making the whole room feel like it's in on the fun.

Who it's for

Elementary and early middle school choirs looking for fun, recognizable material that engages young singers without overwhelming them technically. It works equally well for programs serving general music classes or dedicated choir ensembles where you want results that are both musically satisfying and immediately gratifying.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the phrase endings even at a brisk tempo; the melodies will land with more warmth if singers sustain through the final beat rather than clipping off.
  • Let the recorded accompaniment drive the energy, especially in transitions between tunes. The kids will lock onto the groove faster if the track feels like the lead.
  • Clarify which singers hold the melody and which take the supporting line in layered sections so both parts feel purposeful, not secondary.

How to use it

This octavo shines in spring concerts when you want a high-energy closer that gets families grinning and kids floating off stage. It's also ideal for pops programs or family nights where familiarity breeds enthusiasm. Since the medley format packs four tunes into one piece, you can round out a concert program efficiently without doubling your rehearsal load.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing sustained melodic lines at tempo without rushing
  • Part independence when two lines diverge
  • Responding to rhythmic cues in accompaniment tracks
  • Diction clarity in rapid, conversational passages

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