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Holiday Lights: 2-Part (with Opt. Flashlight Choreography) Choral Octavo

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Holiday Lights: 2-Part (with Opt. Flashlight Choreography) Choral Octavo

Holiday Lights: 2-Part (with Opt. Flashlight Choreography) Choral Octavo

Words and music by Sally K. Albrecht / arr. Jay Althouse

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Flashlights covered with red, green, and gold tissue paper or cellophane make wonderful enexpected props for this multi-holiday choral feature. Use Sally's staging suggestions (included in the publication) or the upbeat SoundTrax CD, to set the modd for a very happy holiday. Staging is featured on "Follow Me to the Top!" DVD #23853, VHS #23855.

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Series: Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 8
UPC: 038081136431
SKU: 00-16299

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About the Composer: Sally K. Albrecht

Sally K. Albrecht

Sally K. Albrecht has shaped choral music education for decades as a composer, conductor, and clinician with a distinctive focus on integrating movement into vocal performance. Since 1987, she has received annual ASCAP Special Music Awards and maintains over 600 published choral works alongside 75 larger theatrical productions. Her conducting credits span prestigious venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and The Kennedy Center, where she has led honor choirs and festival ensembles across the country.

For more than thirty years, Albrecht directed school choral and vocal publications at major educational music publishers, culminating in her role at Alfred Music. She has taught music at Oakland University, Jersey City State College, and Meredith College. A graduate of Rollins College (B.A., 1976) and the University of Miami Frost School of Music (M.A. in Drama, M.M. in Accompanying), she received the Distinguished Alumna Award from both institutions in 2021. She and her husband, composer and arranger Jay Althouse, live in Wake Forest, North Carolina.

Why we love this

Albrecht and Althouse have created a piece that transforms a simple prop into genuine theatrical magic. The flashlight choreography feels fresh and intentional rather than gimmicky, and the 2-part voicing keeps the focus on unified, confident singing while still allowing younger ensembles to shine during the holiday concert season.

What to expect

Upbeat and playful, with the kind of infectious energy that makes audiences smile and young singers feel genuinely excited about performing. The combination of bright text, simple harmonies, and the shimmer of colored light creates a sense of wonder that matches the holiday season without veering into sentimentality.

Who it's for

This piece suits mixed-age choirs, elementary honor choirs, and community choral groups looking for accessible yet memorable holiday literature. The 2-part voicing works beautifully for middle school ensembles or treble-voice groups seeking engaging seasonal material that doesn't require advanced vocal ranges.

How to get the most out of it

  • Test your flashlight setup during rehearsal weeks in advance. Different tissue paper colors and cellophane density affect light transmission, so experiment to find the balance between visual impact and ease of handling while singing.
  • Work through the staging suggestions in the score before full ensemble rehearsals. Even five minutes of spatial blocking will eliminate confusion during performance and build singers' confidence with the choreography.
  • Keep the energy grounded and genuine rather than over-the-top. The piece works best when flashlight timing serves the melody and text, not when movement becomes the main event.
  • If using the accompaniment recording, rehearse several times with it so singers internalize the tempo and cues embedded in the arrangement.

How to use it

Feature this as an early or mid-program selection in a holiday concert to set a celebratory tone and give audiences a tangible, visual moment they'll remember. Its accessibility and novelty appeal also make it an excellent choice for school assemblies or community holiday celebrations where varied ages and abilities will be watching.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing in 2-part harmony with secure intonation
  • Following visual staging cues while maintaining vocal focus
  • Coordinating ensemble unison with ensemble movement
  • Interpreting composer's staging and text expression

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