Movin' in the Right Direction!: Unison / 2-Part Teacher's Handbook (100% Reproducible)

Albrecht and Althouse have created a program that does genuine work beyond entertainment. The seven songs span accessible musical styles that hold young singers' attention while the integrated narration and character-focused texts create a coherent message about integrity and positive choices. For teachers seeking repertoire that matters to students and resonates with families, this handbook offers a complete, ready-to-teach package without requiring heavy adaptation.

Contemporary and uplifting, with the energy of a modern youth program that respects young singers' musical intelligence. The seven songs move through contrasting moods and styles, creating a dynamic arc that keeps singers and audiences engaged while reinforcing messages about making good choices and moving forward with purpose.

Elementary and middle school choir directors working with grades 2 through 7 who want a thematic program that teaches character alongside musicianship. Teachers seeking reproducible materials will appreciate the 100% reproducible format, which makes it economical for larger casts and flexible for different performance scenarios.

• Assign different narrators to distinct vocal roles so the 35 spoken lines feel like dialogue rather than announcements, giving students ownership of the program's message.
• Use the recorded accompaniments during rehearsals to establish tempos and style in each song, then gradually move to live accompaniment as confidence builds.
• Vary the staging for each song based on its musical style; unison sections work well in formation while 2-part sections can shift positioning to highlight the harmony.

Program this as a complete 20-minute presentation at a spring concert, or extract individual songs for winter holiday or assembly performances when you need stand-alone numbers with positive messaging. The character-focused text makes it ideal for school gatherings focused on leadership or values, and the mix of unison and 2-part options allows you to include singers across ability levels in the same production.

• Reading and performing in both unison and 2-part textures
• Sustaining musical performance across contrasting styles (from contemporary to traditional)
• Coordinating singing with spoken narration and ensemble staging
• Building awareness of harmonic texture and part independence
• Interpreting text to reinforce character and meaning