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Let Me Be The One: 2-Part Choral Octavo

By Roger Emerson Jack Zaino

Item: 35-DS00595762

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 15
SKU: 35-DS00595762

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About the Composer: Roger Emerson Jack Zaino

Roger Emerson has built a prolific career as a composer and arranger with deep roots in choral music education. His catalog spans secular and sacred works across multiple voicings, and his arrangements are staples in middle school, high school, and community choir programs nationwide.

Jack Zaino brings contemporary sensibility to choral writing, with a gift for crafting accessible yet musically substantial works that engage singers and audiences alike. Together, Emerson and Zaino create pieces that balance accessibility with artistic integrity, making them trusted choices for directors seeking quality pop and secular repertoire.

Why we love this

The easy two-part voicing makes this an excellent entry point for mixed choirs or developing singers without sacrificing musical interest. The pop idiom and contemporary sensibility ensure your singers connect emotionally to the material, which translates to engaged, committed performances.

What to expect

Bright, direct, and emotionally present. The pop styling creates an immediate connection with modern listeners while the choral treatment adds warmth and ensemble unity. You'll feel the singers' investment in every phrase because the writing invites genuine expression rather than demanding it.

Who it's for

This piece opens doors for developing choirs or programs building their pop and contemporary repertoire. The accessible two-part voicing keeps focus on musicality and text delivery rather than technical complexity, making it ideal for singers new to secular choral music.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the melody across the ensemble so it reads clearly without sounding heavy; these pop textures thrive on lightness and space.
  • Establish a conversational tone with the text; even in a two-part setting, the lyrical hook should feel like the singers are communicating directly with the audience.
  • Work the rhythmic precision in the accompaniment track separately before combining with voices; pop styles demand tighter rhythmic articulation than classical repertoire.

How to use it

Consider pairing this with other contemporary secular works to showcase your choir's range and versatility in a single concert set. The accessible voicing also makes it a confident opener for festival appearances or informal community performances where you want to build audience rapport quickly.

Skills your students will build

  • Two-part harmonic awareness and blend
  • Pop and contemporary stylistic interpretation
  • Lyrical diction and text expression in non-classical settings
  • Rhythmic precision with modern accompaniment textures

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