Quand Tu Dors Pres De Moi: SATB Choral Octavo
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Quand Tu Dors Pres De Moi: SATB Choral Octavo

As performed by The King's Singers / As performed by Georges Auric

Item: 35-DS00410686
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 8
SKU: 35-DS00410686

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About the Artist: The King's Singers

The King's Singers are an internationally renowned vocal ensemble known for their distinctive blend of classical refinement and accessibility. Since their formation in 1968, they have championed a vast repertoire spanning Renaissance madrigals to contemporary compositions, earning widespread respect for their interpretive clarity and impeccable intonation.

Their recordings and arrangements have shaped how many choirs approach both traditional and modern works. The King's Singers' commitment to musical literacy and expressive singing makes their artistry especially valuable to directors seeking models of ensemble precision and musicality.

Why we love this

This arrangement demonstrates why The King's Singers have remained influential voices in choral music. The piece balances harmonic sophistication with genuine accessibility, making it rewarding for singers at intermediate to advanced levels without demanding virtuosic solo work. Auric's elegant setting captures the intimacy of the text while offering each voice part genuine musical interest.

What to expect

Quiet tenderness pervades this setting, with harmonies that unfold gently rather than dramatically. The piece evokes an intimate moment, drawing the listener into a world of understated emotion and delicate vocal interplay.

Who it's for

This octavo suits intermediate to advanced SATB choirs with secure vocal technique and familiarity with French diction. Directors building a concert program that values European art song traditions will find this a natural addition alongside other twentieth century choral works.

How to get the most out of it

  • Pay careful attention to vowel uniformity across the four parts, especially in sustained passages. Choral blend depends on matching vowel color more than dynamic balance.
  • Shape the phrases according to the text's natural phrasing rather than relying on breath marks in the score. French diction deserves linguistic breath points, not purely musical ones.
  • Balance your chord voicings by listening for the soprano line first, then building the inner voices around it. This prevents lower voices from overwhelming the top line's melodic contour.

How to use it

Slot this piece into a concert featuring French or European art song, or pair it with other arrangements by The King's Singers to showcase how a single ensemble's interpretations can guide your own singers' understanding of style. Its modest page count and manageable difficulty make it an excellent choice for spring concerts when rehearsal time feels compressed.

Skills your students will build

  • French diction and idiomatic phrasing
  • Four-part harmonic listening and blend
  • Sustained legit singing with refined tone production
  • Independence of voice parts in close-voiced writing

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