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I Will Sing: 2-Part Choral Octavo

I Will Sing: 2-Part Choral Octavo

Words and music by Andy Beck

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A nature-inspired text reveals beautiful music all around "and if you listen closely," even inside of yourself. Andy's craftsmanship and artistic fingerprint is evident throughout---from the sparkling piano introduction and hushed opening phrase, to the memorable refrain, ascending bridge, and most surprising finish. Not to be missed!

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
UPC: 038081514468
SKU: 00-45707

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About the Composer: Andy Beck

Andy Beck

Andy Beck leads Alfred Music's choral publications and has composed and arranged more than 450 works for choirs, singers, and children's theatre. His output spans pedagogical resources (including Sing at First Sight and Vocalize! 45 Vocal Warm-Ups That Teach Technique), musical theatre scores, and concert literature performed by singers worldwide. A versatile musician with degrees in music education from Ithaca College and Northwest Missouri State University, Beck maintains an active performance life as a tenor in the North Carolina Master Chorale Chamber Choir and has been an Alfred Music studio singer since 1992.

Beyond the page, Beck is sought after as a guest conductor, clinician, and adjudicator across the United States and internationally. He has conducted honor choirs and all-state groups throughout the Southeast and brings that blend of rigorous musicality and pedagogical clarity to every piece he writes. His dual commitment to artistry and education shapes both the music he creates and the publications he stewards for Alfred.

Why we love this

Beck's gift for memorable melody and structural clarity shines here. The piece opens with his signature sparkle (piano introduction, hushed entrance) and builds through a bridge that feels inevitable yet surprising, making it rewarding to teach and genuinely enjoyable to sing. The nature-inspired text paired with music that invites singers to listen inward gives this octavo real depth beyond its accessible 2-part texture.

What to expect

Serene and introspective at first, with a piano line that sparkles like light on water. The piece gradually unfolds into something more luminous and deliberate, inviting singers and listeners alike to recognize the music already present in the natural world and in themselves. The ending leaves room for reflection rather than resolution.

Who it's for

This octavo works for middle school and high school choirs seeking literature that sounds sophisticated without excessive technical demand. The 2-part voicing welcomes singers at multiple readiness levels, while Beck's compositional craft ensures that even younger ensembles can deliver a polished, meaningful performance.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the opening phrase with restraint; the hushed opening gains impact through contrast with the refrain that follows.
  • Let the ascending bridge build organically in dynamics and intensity without rushing the tempo; this is where the emotional arc peaks.
  • Balance the piano introduction clearly in rehearsal so singers can hear its character and echo it vocally in the opening phrase.
  • Prepare singers for the "surprising finish" by marking the moment in their score during sectionals; clarity here will define the performance.

How to use it

Program this as a concert centerpiece in a spring or earth-themed concert; its nature-inspired text and accessible voicing make it an ideal anchor between longer works. It also shines in festival and contest settings where judges value both melodic substance and emotional authenticity. Consider pairing it with other Beck compositions to showcase his range across your concert.

Skills your students will build

  • Sustaining legit tone across a held phrase without vibrato
  • Blending two voices in parallel and contrary motion
  • Dynamic control and shaping from ppp to full voice
  • Interpreting text with sensitivity and musical purpose

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