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Let Freedom Ring!: Choral SoundPax

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Let Freedom Ring!: Choral SoundPax

Let Freedom Ring!: Choral SoundPax

Music by Jay Althouse

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A moving patriotic work by Jay Althouse with an especially timely text: "We came from many nations with nothing but a dream." The final statement of the melody incorporates a descant singing "America The Beautiful." Brass parts are so effective and easy to add. With the Olympics just around the corner, consider it for Spring concerts. InstruPax includes: director's score, 2 trumpets, trombone I [opt. alto sax], trombone II, snare drum.

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 24
UPC: 038081118642
SKU: 00-12265
Instrumentation: 2 trumpets, trombone I [opt. alto sax], trombone II, snare drum, score

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About the Composer: Jay Althouse

Jay Althouse

Jay Althouse holds degrees in Music Education and Music from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where he was later honored as a Distinguished Alumni. His extensive background in music publishing, including eight years as a rights and licenses administrator and a term on the Executive Board of the Music Publishers Association of America, has shaped his deep understanding of what works in educational settings. His prolific output exceeds 800 choral compositions performed worldwide, and he is a writer member of ASCAP with multiple Special Awards recognizing his contributions to standard music.

Beyond composition, Althouse has authored influential resources for music educators: The Complete Choral Warm-up Book and Accent on Composers (co-written with his wife, Sally K. Albrecht), plus classroom reproducibles including Ready to Read Music and One-Page Composer Bios. His collaborative work on I Hear America Singing, performed at President Obama's 2009 Inauguration by the San Francisco Girls and Boys Choirs, exemplifies his ability to craft choral works for significant national moments. He currently serves on the National Advisory Board of the Folk Art Society of America.

Why we love this

Althouse captures something essential about the American immigrant experience without resorting to heavy-handed patriotism. The descant melody woven into the final statement of "America The Beautiful" creates a moment of genuine musical and emotional power, and the optional brass parts are genuinely accessible without sacrificing effectiveness, making this work flexible across rehearsal time and instrumental availability.

What to expect

A dignified, forward-moving piece that balances reflection with celebration. The melody feels fresh rather than recycled, and the incorporation of "America The Beautiful" in the final moments lands with recognition and warmth rather than nostalgia.

Who it's for

Choirs at the middle school through adult levels seeking a patriotic work with genuine musical substance and emotional resonance. This piece works for concert choirs, all-girls or all-boys ensembles, and community choirs; the optional brass instrumentation means you can perform it with or without instrumental support.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the voices carefully during the opening statement of "We came from many nations with nothing but a dream." This text anchors the piece, so clarity of diction matters more than volume.
  • Introduce the brass parts early in rehearsal even if your brass section is small or still developing. Althouse wrote these parts to sit well with the choir, not to overshadow it.
  • Explore the movement and staging possibilities indicated in the score. Physical expression can deepen the patriotic sentiment without making the performance feel staged.
  • The descant in the final section asks for a lighter, more soaring quality from the upper voices. Mark the dynamic shift in your score and rehearse the treble and lower voices separately first.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece for spring or summer concerts, especially during Olympic season or patriotic holidays. Its moderate difficulty and uplifting message make it an excellent bridge between heavier repertoire and lighter selections, or pair it with other American folk-influenced works to create a thematic concert program.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing with clear diction on text-driven passages
  • Balancing ensemble blend when introducing optional instrumental parts
  • Sustaining pitch and phrasing in a descant melody
  • Connecting patriotic themes to personal and cultural identity through performance
  • Coordinating movement and staging with musical expression

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