Pie Jesu: SSA Choral Octavo

Name: Pie Jesu: SSA Choral Octavo
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-23455
Price: 1.65 USD
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Music by Greg Gilpin

Item: 00-23455

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After hearing the opening piano introduction, you know something special is about to happen . . . and it does! A haunting, unforgettable Greg Gilpin melody unfolds skillfully with fluid voice leading. Perfect for developing your choir's tone and sensitive phrasing. Easy piano and vocal lines. An Alfred best-seller, now available for SSA and 2-part choirs.

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 8

UPC: 038081237794

SKU: 00-23455

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About the Composer: Greg Gilpin

Greg Gilpin stands among the most performed choral composers in the United States. As an ASCAP-recognized composer and conductor, he has led major ensembles at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Ryman Auditorium, and has conducted at international venues including the Sydney Opera House, Royal Festival Hall in London, and Harpa Concert Hall in Reykjavik.

Beyond the concert hall, Gilpin serves as Director of Educational Choral Publications for Shawnee Press and has expanded his career into film scoring and professional organizing. His 2021 film score for the award-winning short "Rosie's Rescue" earned Best Score honors. An active member of ACDA, NAfME, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Gilpin continues to compose, conduct, and teach while maintaining his commitment to choral music education.

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Why we love this

Gilpin's gift for writing soaring yet accessible melodic lines shines in this octavo. The fluid voice leading develops your singers' awareness of line independence while the straightforward ranges and easy piano part keep rehearsals focused on what matters most: tone quality and emotional restraint. This is repertoire that sounds finished after just a few rehearsals.

What to expect

The opening piano sets a hushed, reverent tone that immediately signals intimacy. The melody unfolds with the unhurried grace of a prayer, supported by gentle harmonies that let each voice heard without strain. This is a piece that invites listeners into a quiet moment of reflection.

Who it's for

SSA and 2-part choirs at the developing level who are ready to explore expressive phrasing and sensitive blend. This octavo works equally well for mixed treble ensembles in high school, college, and adult community settings seeking accessible sacred literature with genuine musical depth.

How to get the most out of it

Let the opening piano introduction breathe. Don't rush into the entrance; use that moment to establish the contemplative mood your singers need to match.
Shape the melodic line with long, sustained phrases rather than marking each note. Ask your singers to hear the arc across the entire phrase before worrying about individual vowels.
Experiment with a lighter, more ethereal dynamic approach than you might instinctively choose. The piece's power lies in restraint, not volume.
Balance the soprano melody gently against the harmonic support in the lower voices. The result should feel unified rather than soloistic.

How to use it

Pair this with other contemplative sacred works to create a meditative sequence within a larger concert, or use it as a standalone closing number for a service or recital where you want to leave your audience in a peaceful space. The 8-page length also makes it manageable for ensembles balancing several pieces during a rehearsal season.