In State Of Independence (arr. Hans Kaldeway): SSMAA Choral Octavo
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In State Of Independence (arr. Hans Kaldeway): SSMAA Choral Octavo

As performed by Vangelis / Arranged by Hans Kaldeway

Item: 35-DS00489560
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 170
SKU: 35-DS00489560

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About the Artist: Vangelis

Vangelis is a Greek composer and keyboardist whose work spans film scores, progressive rock, and electronic music. His innovative approach to synthesizer-based composition in the 1970s and 1980s established him as a pioneer in blending orchestral sensibility with electronic sound design. His music frequently explores themes of human connection and aspiration, which resonates powerfully in educational settings.

Why we love this

Hans Kaldeway's choral arrangement captures the soaring idealism of Vangelis's original without sacrificing the harmonic sophistication that makes the piece compelling. The SSMAA voicing opens this work to mixed ensembles while maintaining the emotional lift that makes it so engaging for performers and audiences alike.

What to expect

There's an unhurried dignity to this music; it unfolds like a conversation about shared human ideals rather than rushing to impress. The harmonic language feels modern and accessible, yet rich enough to reveal new colors with each rehearsal.

Who it's for

This arrangement works for upper level high school, collegiate, and adult community choirs looking to program contemporary pop music with substance. The SSMAA voicing accommodates ensembles where soprano and alto sections may have different strengths, while the 170 pages suggest a substantial piece worthy of serious rehearsal time.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the soprano line against the sustained harmony section; the sopranos should shine without drowning out the inner voices that support the harmonic movement.
  • Shape the dynamic arc across longer phrases rather than treating each measure independently. This piece rewards singers who think in terms of emotional trajectory.
  • The alto part often carries critical harmonic material. Ensure these singers understand their role in defining the vertical sonority, not just filling texture.

How to use it

Consider this as a centerpiece for a concert exploring how pop and rock songwriting can carry genuine philosophical weight. It pairs well on a program with other genre-crossing selections where you want to challenge audiences' assumptions about what choral music can address.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and sustaining long melodic lines without rhythmic subdivision
  • Balancing independent harmonic voices within a full ensemble texture
  • Interpreting dynamic and emotional nuance in contemporary pop-influenced writing
  • Understanding how electronic music concepts translate to live vocal performance

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