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Lo Yissa Goy: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

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Lo Yissa Goy: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Lo Yissa Goy: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Hebrew Folk Song / arr. Andy Beck

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The "Klezmer" music of this traditional Hebrew folk song is vibrant and tuneful, while the text is an impassioned cry for peace. A canonic counterline animates the second verse, and the choral writing is noticeably solid throughout. Two simple Hebrew phrases and an original English stanza deliver a determined message.

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher: Alfred Music
UPC: 038081296432
SKU: 00-27383

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About the Arranger: Andy Beck

Andy Beck

Andy Beck directs choral publications at Alfred Music and has established himself as one of the most performed choral arrangers in the country, with more than 450 works currently in print across choral repertoire, vocal resources, and musical theatre. His educational materials, including Sing at First Sight, Foundations in Choral Sight Singing, and Vocalize! 45 Vocal Warm-Ups That Teach Technique, have shaped how singers approach technique and literacy nationwide.

Beyond the page, Beck's work reaches classrooms and concert halls globally through YouTube performances and his active presence as a guest conductor, adjudicator, and clinician. He has been commissioned as composer and conductor for honor choirs throughout the Southeast and regularly directs musical theatre productions. A trained tenor with degrees from Ithaca College and Northwest Missouri State University, Beck brings both classroom expertise and performance experience to every arrangement he creates.

Why we love this

Beck's arrangement honors the rhythmic vitality and emotional weight of the original while making the piece genuinely singable across ability levels. The canonic counterline in the second verse creates textural interest without overwhelming your singers, and the bilingual approach (Hebrew and English) opens a door to multicultural programming that feels organic rather than tokenistic.

What to expect

Bright, propulsive, and purposeful. The klezmer harmonic language and rhythmic character convey joy and vitality, while the Hebrew and English text grounds the piece in genuine conviction about peace. There is an infectious forward motion here that pulls listeners in without ever sacrificing the sincerity of the message.

Who it's for

Choirs of intermediate skill and above who are ready to engage with multicultural repertoire and can handle two languages authentically. The piece works equally well for secular programs seeking meaningful repertoire and for ensembles building a Jewish heritage season or concert.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the klezmer character's inherent energy with the piece's serious text about peace; the brightness of the folk idiom should not diminish the earnest message.
  • The canonic section rewards precise articulation and rhythmic clarity; consider sectional rehearsal with staggered entry points rather than full-choir runs early on.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment to establish the folk idiom's rhythmic drive, especially the ornamentation and tempo flexibility typical of klezmer style.

How to use it

Program this as an opener or as a thoughtful centerpiece in a concert focused on social justice, multicultural voices, or Jewish heritage. The folk authenticity and accessible melodic content make it an excellent bridge between repertoire of different languages and styles, positioning it naturally alongside both traditional and contemporary choral works.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading Hebrew text with correct pronunciation and authentic phrasing
  • Performing canonic writing with rhythmic independence
  • Interpreting folk idioms across different cultural traditions
  • Balancing lyrical expression with rhythmic vitality in klezmer style
  • Layering English and Hebrew text for clear diction in multiple languages

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