I Long for the Green Hills: PianoTrax Digital Download

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I Long for the Green Hills: PianoTrax Digital Download

Words and music by Greg Gilpin

Item: 00-A-00016399

$9.99

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs

Publisher: Alfred Music

UPC: 0

SKU: 00-A-00016399

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About the Composer: Greg Gilpin

Greg Gilpin has established himself as a major voice in American choral music through compositions and arrangements performed at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Sydney Opera House. His work has earned ASCAP recognition, and he currently serves as Director of Educational Choral Publications for Shawnee Press, where he shapes the repertoire available to school and community choirs across the country.

Beyond the concert hall, Gilpin has pursued diverse creative and professional interests, including film scoring (earning Best Score for the short film "Rosie's Rescue") and professional organizing. He remains active in ACDA, NAfME, and SAG-AFTRA, maintaining his commitment to choral education and the broader music community.

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Why we love this

Gilpin's gift for accessible, singable lines makes this piece ideal for SSA and SSAA groups seeking contemporary literature that doesn't demand extreme ranges or complex harmonic language. The emotional directness of the text pairs with music that feels natural under the voice, allowing singers to connect with the material rather than struggle through it. For directors building concerts that reflect current compositional voices, Gilpin's work offers the kind of quality and craftsmanship that elevates a program without requiring advanced ensemble skills.

What to expect

There is a quiet longing in this music, a contemplative quality that invites singers and listeners into an intimate emotional space. The melodies sit naturally on the voice, allowing performers to focus on the expressive content rather than technical demands, creating performances that feel heartfelt and genuine.

Who it's for

High school and community choirs with SSA or SSAA voicing will find this piece accessible yet musically satisfying. The repertoire works equally well for directors seeking contemporary secular material that appeals to singers who want to express genuine emotion through music.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the melody across your section; if you're singing SSA, ensure the altos support the soprano line rather than doubling it, which will cloud the primary theme
Explore the harmonic landscape in rehearsal by having singers identify where the chord changes occur, which builds ownership and improves intonation
Use the PianoTrax accompaniment to establish tempo and harmonic context, then gradually reduce rehearsal dependence on it so singers internalize the harmonic framework
Pay particular attention to vowel consistency during sustained passages; shifts in vowel color will be more noticeable in Gilpin's transparent harmonic writing

How to use it

Program this as part of a thematic concert exploring landscape, home, or emotional reflection. Its contemporary idiom pairs well with traditional spirituals or folk songs, creating a conversation across styles. The piece also works as a strong opener or closer for a shorter concert, providing an emotional anchor that audiences will remember.