Light: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Words and music by Lisa Loeb and Cliff Goldmacher / arr. Andy Beck
Item: 00-PO-0006057
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Description
A folk-infused ballad celebrating the miracle of Hanukkah. Originally recorded by 90s pop sensation Lisa Loeb, this reflective change-of-pace choral features a rhythmic yet mellow accompaniment and straightforward but expressive vocal parts. Whether you perform with the guitar-inspired piano part, the optional SoundTrax CD, or a folk ensemble of your own, this is truly a special touch for holiday concerts.
"Because of changes in our school's schedule and the taking away of the music requirement in 7th and 8th grade, our choir numbers have dropped significantly. Searching for music that has educational value and that the choir will sound good on (we know that's important for the parents and faculty) I came across Light arranged by Andy Beck. This quickly became a favorite of my choir! The kids are excited to rehearse it every day and the sound they are achieving fits the "folk-like" feel of the piece.
We are using the 2-Part version. Being 7th and 8th graders, of my nine boys, three are unchanged voices (singing alto as written) and my other six are in varying stages of voice change. Those six are bouncing back and forth between alto and soprano parts, singing them down an octave.
Thank you for providing a great piece for the holiday season!"
Matt Albrecht
Choir Director
Copley-Fairlawn Middle School
"Because of changes in our school's schedule and the taking away of the music requirement in 7th and 8th grade, our choir numbers have dropped significantly. Searching for music that has educational value and that the choir will sound good on (we know that's important for the parents and faculty) I came across Light arranged by Andy Beck. This quickly became a favorite of my choir! The kids are excited to rehearse it every day and the sound they are achieving fits the "folk-like" feel of the piece.
We are using the 2-Part version. Being 7th and 8th graders, of my nine boys, three are unchanged voices (singing alto as written) and my other six are in varying stages of voice change. Those six are bouncing back and forth between alto and soprano parts, singing them down an octave.
Thank you for providing a great piece for the holiday season!"
Matt Albrecht
Choir Director
Copley-Fairlawn Middle School
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0006057
More about this title
About the Composer: Lisa Loeb
Lisa Loeb rose to prominence in the 1990s as a singer-songwriter known for introspective pop sensibilities and memorable melodies. Her work across multiple decades demonstrates a gift for crafting songs that resonate emotionally while remaining accessible to wide audiences. In the education sphere, her compositions have become valuable additions to choral libraries, offering contemporary material that engages young singers while maintaining artistic integrity.
Why we love this
Andy Beck's arrangement captures the reflective warmth of the original while making it genuinely singable for middle school voices. The straightforward vocal writing paired with folk-influenced accompaniment creates a piece that sounds mature and polished without demanding technical pyrotechnics, allowing singers to focus on expression and blend rather than survival. Directors working with smaller or developing choirs will find this delivers impressive concert impact with manageable rehearsal demands.
What to expect
The piece settles into a contemplative, intimate space rather than celebrating with fanfare. Its folk-ballad character creates quiet reverence; listeners feel the sincerity of the text and melody without sentimentality.
Who it's for
Middle school and high school choirs seeking contemporary repertoire with Jewish holiday significance. This works especially well for programs with mixed or developing voice ranges, including singers navigating voice change.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the phrases with subtle dynamic contours rather than dramatic swells; the folk style benefits from understated expression that lets the melody breathe naturally.
- Balance the vocal parts so the melody line floats gently above the harmonic foundation without either drowning out the other.
- If using the piano accompaniment, ensure the guitarist-inspired fingerpicking patterns remain rhythmically relaxed and conversational, not metronomic.
- For singers transitioning between octaves (particularly boys in voice change), use unison rehearsal passages to establish pitch security before splitting into parts.
How to use it
Position this as a change-of-pace moment in holiday concerts, allowing audiences a chance to rest between more energetic selections while still deepening the program's spiritual dimension. The Hanukkah context makes it ideal for interfaith concert programming or as a featured piece during a multi-tradition holiday celebration.
Skills your students will build
- Singing with expressive dynamics in a folk-influenced style
- Blending treble and lower voices at different octaves
- Maintaining musicality in straightforward harmonic progressions
- Responding to text-driven interpretation (connecting lyrical meaning to vocal choices)