Piles of Snow!: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Words and music by Sally K. Albrecht
Item: 00-PO-0005970
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Description
Sometimes, Christmas wishes are as simple as piles and miles of snow! Kids will adore this wintertime frolic, featuring a singable melody and easy-to-learn harmonies, well-suited to younger groups. Don some winter apparel for the performance, and maybe even stage a paper or styrofoam “snowball” fight at the end.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0005970
More about this title
About the Composer: Sally K. Albrecht
Sally K. Albrecht has shaped American choral music education for over three decades, first as Director of School Choral, Vocal, and Elementary Publications at major educational publishers including Alfred Music, and throughout her career as a prolific composer with more than 600 choral works and 75 songbooks in print. Her contributions to the field have earned her consistent recognition from ASCAP since 1987, and she has conducted honor choirs at prestigious venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and The Kennedy Center.
Albrecht holds degrees from Rollins College (B.A. in Music and Theater, 1976), the University of Miami (M.A. in Drama, 1977, and M.M. in Accompanying, 1979), and has taught at Oakland University, Jersey City State College, and Meredith College. Her work is particularly distinguished by her integration of movement and physicality into choral performance. A native of Cleveland, Ohio, she lives in Wake Forest, North Carolina, with her husband, composer and arranger Jay Althouse.
Why we love this
Albrecht understands what makes young singers tick: a melody they'll remember after one hearing, harmonies they can actually achieve without frustration, and a concept playful enough to keep their energy high through rehearsals. The built-in staging suggestion transforms a simple winter concert into a moment kids genuinely want to be part of, and that enthusiasm translates into focused, joyful singing.
What to expect
Pure winter joy captured in sound. The melody bounces with childlike delight, and the two-part writing creates simple but genuine harmony that lets younger voices feel the pleasure of blending. It's celebratory without being syrupy, fun without being juvenile.
Who it's for
Young choir singers, typically elementary through early middle school, who thrive on accessible, singable repertoire with immediate appeal. This octavo suits community choirs, school holiday concerts, and any group seeking straightforward 2-part material that doesn't compromise on musical quality.
How to get the most out of it
- Emphasize the rhythmic bounce in the melody line to keep the performance light and energetic rather than precious or overly reverent.
- Layer the two parts in rehearsal gradually; start with unison on the main tune, then introduce the harmony part once the primary melody is secure and confident.
- Coordinate costume and staging decisions early so singers understand the full arc of the piece and can commit to the performance concept during final rehearsals.
- If using the recorded accompaniment, allow adequate rehearsal time for students to adjust to the tempo and recorded voices, especially for younger ensembles new to this format.
How to use it
Anchor a winter or holiday concert with this piece as the anchor moment between more formal selections. Its short length and theatrical potential make it ideal for family concert settings where singability and audience connection matter as much as musical substance. It works especially well when paired with one or two other seasonal works to create a cohesive thematic set.
Skills your students will build
- Singing in two-part harmony with attention to blend and balance
- Learning accessible melodies quickly and retaining them with confidence
- Integrating movement or staging cues with vocal performance
- Connecting lyrical content and emotion to physical expression
- Sustaining ensemble focus across a complete piece with recorded accompaniment