Fum! Fum! Fum! (Spanish Carol): 3-Part Mixed, Opt. a cappella Choral Octavo
Arr. Mary Donnelly and George L. O. Strid
Item: 00-PO-0004210
$2.25
Minimum order quantity: 20 copies
Pickup currently not available
Related Items
Fum! Fum! Fum! (Spanish Carol): 3-Part Mixed, Opt. a cappella Choral Octavo |
$2.25
|
View |
Description
Yes, there are other arrangements of this lively Spanish carol, but none so perfectly crafted for 3-part mixed groups. That's what makes a Donnelly/Strid arrangement special: an attention to the strengths and limitations of young singers. The piano part is simple and supportive, and a pronunciation guide is included for the few lines of Spanish text. It's an excellent cross-cultural choice for your December concerts. May be sung a cappella.
Fum! Fum! Fum! (Spanish Carol): 3-Part Mixed, Opt. a cappella Choral Octavo isn't in MakeMusic Cloud just yet...but it could be. Let us know you'd like to see it, and you'll help shape what comes next. In the meantime, start a free trial and dive into thousands of interactive titles your students can play along with today.
Request This Title
Tell us you want it.
Start Your Free Trial
Explore everything that's ready to play right now.
Sample Audio
1
Audio File
--:--
0:00
0:00
Sample Video
Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0004210
More about this title
About the Arranger: Mary Donnelly
Mary Donnelly spent thirty years teaching general music and choir in Nevada's Washoe County schools, where she developed a deep understanding of what works in the classroom and what resonates with young singers. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Nevada, Reno (with majors in English and French) and a Master's Degree in Education from Lesley College, where she focused on integrating the arts across the curriculum.
In 1985, Donnelly began collaborating with George L. O. Strid when they were asked to write a musical for Reading Week at their school. That partnership flourished into a prolific body of work spanning over two hundred songs and twenty-five musicals. Both arrangers bring classroom experience and an ear for what students can actually sing into every piece they craft.
Why we love this
Donnelly and Strid understand the real landscape of 3-part mixed choirs: uneven voice development, limited rehearsal time, and the need for something that sounds polished without requiring gymnastic vocal writing. This arrangement delivers festive joy while keeping the part writing singable, and the option to go a cappella gives you flexibility depending on your accompanist situation.
What to expect
Bright, celebratory, and playful, with genuine Spanish flavor woven through without sounding exotic or overly complicated. The piece bounces along with genuine warmth, inviting singers and audiences alike into a carol that feels both unfamiliar and immediately joyful.
Who it's for
Directors working with middle school, high school, or community choirs with mixed voices and less advanced sight-reading skills will find this especially valuable. The straightforward vocal lines and supportive piano part make it accessible to groups new to Spanish repertoire without sacrificing musical integrity.
How to get the most out of it
- Address the Spanish text pronunciation early in rehearsals using the included guide; even a few minutes spent on authentic vowel sounds and rhythm will sharpen the overall clarity and cultural respect.
- Keep the piano accompaniment present during early rehearsals to anchor pitch and ensemble blend, then test the a cappella version once the singers have internalized the harmonic movement.
- Emphasize the rhythmic drive of the carol in the middle section; this piece thrives on energetic momentum rather than slow, reverent phrasing.
How to use it
This works beautifully as a changeup carol in your December concert, offering cultural variety alongside traditional English-language selections. Its festive energy and moderate length make it ideal for a mid-program position where you want to shift the tone without losing focus.
Skills your students will build
- Singing with authentic Spanish vowel sounds and diction
- Blending 3-part voicing across the middle and high ranges
- Maintaining rhythmic cohesion in a syncopated carol idiom
- Singing a cappella with secure intonation in a supported harmonic texture