Laudamus Canon: 2-Part Choral Octavo

Name: Laudamus Canon: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-21682
Price: 2.25 USD
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Music by Donald Moore

Item: 00-21682

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One of the most effective ways to develop part singing to your choir is through canon singing. And here is a lovely tune by Donald Moore that will not only build skills, but is also a terrific performance piece year round. The simple melody is first stated in the optional C-instrument (a gentle flute in our SoundTrax) and then passed through the independent voice parts, creating a light, graceful weave. Easy to learn with three simple Latin phrases (translation and pronunciation guide included), moderate vocal ranges, and a flowing, supportive piano accompaniment.

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Series: Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Choral Designs

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 8

UPC: 038081210759

SKU: 00-21682

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About the Composer: Donald Moore

Donald Moore studied organ performance at Kent State University and earned a Master of Arts in Teaching from the same institution. He has composed, arranged, and authored over 500 works published by Alfred Music, Hal Leonard, Heritage Music Press, and other major houses, spanning sacred and secular choral music, educational collections, and piano and organ works. His compositions appear regularly at state and national music festivals, and he has received the ASCAP Composers Standard Award seventeen times. The American Choral Directors Association recognized him as one of 400 elite composers of significance in American choral music history.

Moore serves as Organist-Choirmaster at Pilgrim United Church of Christ in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, where his deep understanding of liturgical music and congregational singing informs his compositional voice. His gift for crafting accessible yet musically substantive works has made him a trusted resource for choirs seeking repertoire that educates while inspiring audiences.

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Why we love this

Canon singing demands independent voice leading, and this piece teaches that skill without overwhelming singers with complexity. The optional C-instrument introduction gives your singers a clear melodic anchor before they enter, and the three Latin phrases are manageable enough that pronunciation feels achievable rather than daunting. You get a piece that develops real musicianship while remaining genuinely enjoyable to perform.

What to expect

Light and graceful, with the quality of a gentle Renaissance motet reimagined for contemporary singers. The piano accompaniment flows quietly beneath the voices, creating an intimate, meditative soundscape that feels both liturgical and lyrical.

Who it's for

This octavo works well for developing choirs ready to move beyond unison singing into basic part singing. The two-part voicing and moderate vocal ranges make it accessible to middle school, high school, and adult community choirs seeking accessible sacred repertoire.

How to get the most out of it

Introduce the melody through the optional C-instrument part first, allowing singers to hear the complete phrase before attempting their own entry.
Work each voice part independently until singers can maintain their line without following the other voice; this builds the listening skills canon singing requires.
Use the pronunciation guide during rehearsal to ensure clear, confident Latin diction that projects the piece's graceful character.
Balance the piano accompaniment to support without overshadowing the choir; the flowing lines should highlight the vocal weave, not the keyboard.

How to use it

Program this during the season when you want to highlight your choir's growing musicianship without demanding the performance stakes of larger works. It fits naturally into a service of worship or a concert program focused on sacred music, and its modest page count makes it an efficient addition to a full season of learning.