I Am a Small Part of the World: 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo
Music by Sally K. Albrecht and Jay Althouse
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Description
A stirring text combined with solid choral writing make this an ideal choice for concerts and festivals. Perfect for massed choirs or for any size choir. Starts small, builds, and then ends quietly: 'I am a small part of the world. Take my hand.' A dramatic choral work, full of strength, power and determination.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0003474
More about this title
About the Composer: Sally K. Albrecht
Sally K. Albrecht has shaped choral music education for over three decades, serving as Director of School Choral, Vocal, and Elementary Publications at major educational publishers, most recently at Alfred Music. Her catalog of more than 600 published choral works and 75 songbooks and musicals reflects her deep understanding of what works in rehearsal and on stage. An ASCAP Special Music Award recipient annually since 1987, she has conducted honor choirs at prestigious venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and The Kennedy Center, bringing her signature approach to choral movement and expression across the country.
Albrecht earned her B.A. in Music and Theater from Rollins College (1976), then pursued advanced study at the University of Miami, completing an M.A. in Drama (1977) and an M.M. in Accompanying (1979). She has taught at Oakland University, Jersey City State College, and Meredith College. A dedicated leader in music education and civic engagement, she served as Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society and was honored with their "Pillar of Leadership" award. In 2021, both the University of Miami Frost School of Music and Rollins College recognized her with Distinguished Alumna Awards. She lives in Wake Forest, North Carolina, with her husband, composer and arranger Jay Althouse.
Why we love this
Albrecht's structural instinct shines here: the piece builds from intimacy to power, then releases into quiet reflection, creating a natural arc that holds an audience. The text "I am a small part of the world. Take my hand" resonates deeply for spring programming around Earth Day, peace, and graduation themes without ever feeling preachy. SAB voicing keeps the writing accessible while the choral writing itself feels substantial and worth preparing.
What to expect
The piece opens with gentle conviction, building gradually through layered voices and expanding harmonies until it reaches a moment of strength and determination. Then, just as the momentum peaks, it pulls back into quiet reflection, landing on a simple, powerful gesture of connection and shared humanity.
Who it's for
Any director programming a spring or Earth Day concert will find this piece equally effective for small choirs or massed ensembles. SAB voicing makes it accessible to developing singers while the sophisticated text and composition challenge strong programs. Graduation ceremonies and peace-themed events benefit from its blend of hope and gravitas.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening phrases with restraint; the power comes from the gradual build, not from forcing intensity early. Let the ensemble find the breath and space in "I am a small part of the world."
- Pay close attention to the recorded accompaniment pacing if you use it; this piece relies on steady ensemble confidence, and locking into the accompaniment's tempo early prevents drifting.
- Choreograph the movement sections deliberately. Albrecht designs movement as integral to the text, not decoration; blocking that mirrors the building arc (small, contained gestures expanding outward) will deepen the message.
- Bring the final quiet section down gradually and with intention. The ending "Take my hand" is powerful precisely because it whispers; resist the urge to rush or add drama.
How to use it
Position this as a centerpiece for spring concerts focused on Earth Day, environmental awareness, or community themes. Its emotional arc makes it ideal as a closing number or as the emotional climax of a longer thematic set. Consider pairing it with instrumental or orchestral pieces that echo its themes of building and reflection.
Skills your students will build
- Building dynamic intensity over extended musical phrases
- Balancing independent voice lines in SAB texture
- Connecting text meaning to choral sound production
- Coordinating choreographed movement with vocal precision
- Sustaining a quiet, focused tone without losing projection