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Sing a New Song: SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

Words and music by Sally K. Albrecht

Item: 00-A-00015407

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-A-00015407

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About the Composer: Sally K. Albrecht

Sally K. Albrecht

Sally K. Albrecht brings three decades of publishing experience and a remarkable catalog of over 600 choral works to her compositions. An ASCAP award recipient since 1987, she has shaped choral music education as Director of School Choral, Vocal, and Elementary Publications at major educational publishers, including her tenure at Alfred Music. Her work spans from accessible octavos to full musicals, and she has conducted honor choirs at prestigious venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and The Kennedy Center.

Albrecht earned her B.A. in Music and Theater from Rollins College and went on to complete both an M.A. in Drama and an M.M. in Accompanying from the University of Miami. Recognized with the Distinguished Alumna Award from both institutions in 2021, she continues to inform choral pedagogy through her compositions and clinician work. She lives in North Carolina with her husband, Jay Althouse, also an accomplished composer and arranger.

Why we love this

Albrecht understands what makes a sacred piece land with both singers and audiences. This is the work of someone who has spent decades at the intersection of choral publishing and classroom practice, resulting in music that feels fresh without being precious, and spiritually genuine without demanding advanced vocal technique.

What to expect

Accessible yet purposeful, with the kind of melodic clarity and harmonic support that allows singers to focus on expression rather than struggle with notes. The sacred subject matter is handled with sincerity and warmth.

Who it's for

Any choir director seeking a well-crafted sacred work that serves both developing singers and experienced ensembles. The piece works equally well in a church service setting or a choral concert context.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the recorded accompaniment so it supports without overwhelming; singers should hear themselves clearly as the primary voice.
  • Connect the text to its emotional content during rehearsal; Albrecht's phrasing typically reinforces the meaning, not just the melody.
  • Use instrumental parts if available to strengthen harmonic awareness during learning, then remove them as the section gains independence.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece for a sacred music segment of a concert or as a Sunday service anthem. Its accessibility makes it suitable for seasonal programming or as a closing number that leaves the audience with genuine warmth rather than spectacle.

Skills your students will build

  • Balancing vocal blend within a harmonic framework
  • Phrasing text expressively while maintaining musical line
  • Responding to accompaniment cues and entering confidently with instrumental support

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