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Higher Window: SSA Choral Octavo

By Dan Wilson / By Josh Groban / By Thomas Salter / Arranged by Audrey Snyder

Item: 35-DS00230709

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 9
SKU: 35-DS00230709

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About the Composer: Dan Wilson

Dan Wilson is a multi-talented musician, songwriter, and producer who has shaped contemporary pop and rock music over two decades. His work spans writing, arranging, and producing for major artists across genres, bringing a sophisticated understanding of melody, harmony, and production craft to everything he touches.

In the choral world, Wilson's arrangements reflect his deep knowledge of vocal writing and his ability to translate contemporary songs into meaningful ensemble experiences. His work for singers balances accessibility with musical substance, creating pieces that engage performers while remaining true to the emotional core of the original material.

Why we love this

Audrey Snyder's arrangement captures the emotional warmth of this song while crafting genuinely singable lines for SSA voicing. The piece sits in that sweet spot where singers feel accomplished without drowning in technical complexity, and your singers will actually want to perform it multiple times through.

What to expect

The piece radiates warmth and sincerity without veering into sentiment. There's a contemporary sensibility in the harmonic language that feels present and immediate, balanced by lyrical writing that invites singers to connect with the emotional intent of the text.

Who it's for

This works beautifully for developing choirs that have solid intonation and are ready for pop-influenced repertoire with real musical substance. It's equally at home in a concert featuring lighter contemporary material or as an emotional centerpiece in a more eclectic program.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the melody line carefully in rehearsal; in Snyder's writing, the lead voice carries the emotional weight, so ensure it projects without overwhelming the inner voices.
  • Pay attention to the text declamation and vowel shapes within sustained passages to maintain phrase line and prevent the piece from sounding disconnected.
  • Experiment with dynamics and phrasing by listening to multiple recordings of the original song; pop-influenced arrangements often benefit from a more contemporary approach to breath placement than classical repertoire.
  • Build the piece from the harmonic foundation up; secure your alto and second soprano parts first, then layer in the soprano melody once the supporting voices feel confident.

How to use it

Anchor a contemporary pops set with this piece, or position it as a bridge between classical and modern repertoire in a concert that spans genres. It also shines as a touching moment mid-concert when you want to shift energy without losing focus.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing pop-influenced melodies with classical vocal technique
  • Maintaining phrase integrity across contemporary harmonic progressions
  • Balancing melody and counterpoint in SSA texture
  • Text-to-music connection in settings of contemporary songs

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