Jenny: SATB Choral Octavo

Name: Jenny: SATB Choral Octavo
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-43240
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Words by Ryan Kerr, music by Nick Myers

Item: 00-43240

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Fluid vocal lines and a sensitive text both shine in this powerful, yet heartfelt, recollection of a loved one no longer here with us. Perfectly capturing the essence of love that lives forever, it is touching and haunting at the same time.

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Series: Lawson-Gould

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 12

UPC: 038081487823

SKU: 00-43240

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About the Composer: Nick Myers

Nick Myers (born 1987) studied composition and orchestration at NYU's Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program, earning his degree in 2012. His works span concert halls across the country, including Carnegie Hall, and he has collaborated on major theatrical productions including the Broadway musical IF/THEN with composer Tom Kitt. Beyond his activity as a composer and orchestrator, Myers has produced theatrical works such as BRING IT ON, TRACES, and GRACE, and served as a Dramatist Guild Fellow alongside writing partner Sarah Hirsch.

Currently, Myers serves as organist and music director at St Nicholas of Tolentine Church in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and chairs the New York Theatre Organ Society. His ongoing compositional work encompasses musical theatre scores and commissioned choral works that explore emotional depth and accessible lyricism.

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Why we love this

Myers writes vocal lines that sit naturally in the voice while creating genuine emotional resonance. The a cappella setting focuses attention entirely on the text and harmonic color, making this an effective choice for choirs seeking repertoire that honors both lyrical beauty and meaningful subject matter without relying on instrumental support.

What to expect

The piece inhabits a space between remembrance and solace, with fluid vocal writing that ebbs and flows like the act of recalling someone cherished. The absence of accompaniment renders every harmonic shift and phrase contour visible, creating an intimate and slightly vulnerable atmosphere.

Who it's for

This octavo suits advanced high school choirs, college ensembles, and adult community choirs with solid tuning and ensemble discipline. The a cappella format and emotional maturity of the text make it ideal for singers ready to sustain meaning without instrumental anchoring.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the soprano and alto lines carefully in sections where they move in similar rhythmic patterns; these voices need clarity without dominance so the inner harmony remains audible.
The text calls for restraint and intimacy. Resist the impulse to oversing; allow silence and space between phrases to let the emotional weight land.
Tune the sustained harmonies with particular attention to the thirds and sevenths, which will determine whether the piece resonates as tender or muddled.
Consider the pacing of your text underlay. A cappella pieces benefit from slight rubato that follows the natural breath and emotional arc of the lyrics.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece for a concert exploring themes of loss, memory, or enduring connection. Its emotional intensity makes it a natural closer or a thoughtful bridge between lighter repertoire and more demanding works. The 12-page length allows it to anchor a concert without overwhelming a program.