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Music in Your Heart: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

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Music in Your Heart: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Words and music by Carole Stephens

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"Go in hope, may the words we sing give you strength to abide and fill you with confidence to achieve your every dream . . . .go in peace with music in your heart" The message of this Carole Stephens' original work is especially suited to close any concert. An exceptional choice for graduation as well!

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Publisher: Alfred Music
UPC: 654979051329
SKU: 00-SVM03001CD

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Why we love this

Stephens crafted a piece that does something many graduation selections struggle with: it delivers genuine emotional resonance without veering into sentimentality. The text moves from hope to peace to confidence in a way that feels earned, and the music supports each phrase with clarity and warmth. Your singers will connect deeply with material that actually means something to the moment.

What to expect

Warm and forward-looking, with an underlying current of sincerity. The text unfolds like a blessing, building from quiet hope into something more grounded and confident. It's the kind of piece that sits in the room after the final note ends.

Who it's for

Choirs performing graduation ceremonies or year-end concerts, particularly programs seeking an original work that honors the occasion without relying on pop arrangements or well-worn standards. This piece speaks directly to singers and audiences alike.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the text carefully so each phrase lands intentionally; this is a piece where the message matters as much as the notes.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment during rehearsals to establish tempo and harmonic foundation, then work toward independence in the vocal lines.
  • Balance ensemble sound by listening for the middle voices; they often carry important harmonic movement that anchors the piece.

How to use it

Save this for the final piece of your concert or the closing moment of your graduation ceremony. Its message and structure make it an ideal benediction, whether you're concluding a full choral program or creating a standalone tribute to your graduating singers.

Skills your students will build

  • Phrasing and text expression in service of a cohesive message
  • Balancing individual vocal lines within a choral texture
  • Sustaining musical integrity with recorded accompaniment
  • Ensemble unity across multiple voice parts

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