Sing and Rejoice!: SATB, Opt. a cappella Choral Octavo
Words and music by Russell Robinson
Level: Moderate
Item: 00-PO-0005375
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This original concert work provides a showpiece for your women's choir. It's been performed on concerts and festivals around the world. A welcome addition to the concert choral repertoire.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Studio PR Catalog
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
16
SKU:
00-PO-0005375
More about this title
About the Composer: Russell Robinson
Russell Robinson's career spans five decades of conducting, composing, and music education leadership. An Emeritus Professor at the University of Florida, he has presented and conducted at major venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, and the White House, as well as at festivals and conferences across six continents. His work as a clinician and consultant has shaped choral programs at all levels, from state honor choirs to international symposia.
Robinson's creative output reflects his deep understanding of choral pedagogy and performance. With over 500 published works to his name, including choral compositions, arrangements, instructional materials, and books, he has established himself as both a scholar and practitioner in music education. His recognition includes induction into the Florida Music Educators Association Hall of Fame and leadership roles with the National Association for Music Education.
Why we love this
Robinson crafts this piece with the confidence of someone who has conducted hundreds of choirs. The writing sits comfortably for mixed voices while offering enough musical substance to engage both singers and audiences. A concert work that actually feels concert-ready at the moderate level is rare; this one delivers.
What to expect
The piece radiates a sense of celebration and affirmation befitting its title. Whether performed with or without accompaniment, it has the warmth and accessibility that makes an audience lean in while maintaining the musical substance that keeps singers engaged.
Who it's for
This octavo works for intermediate-level choirs ready to tackle a polished concert work. Women's choirs in particular will find this a strong addition to their repertoire, though any SATB ensemble can program it.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the inner voices (alto and tenor) so they support the melodic lines rather than disappear beneath them. Robinson's SATB writing rewards careful attention to all four parts.
- Since the piece works a cappella, lock your intonation by establishing a strong unison moment early in rehearsal. Build confidence in sustaining pitch without instrumental support.
- Explore the optional accompaniment if your ensemble needs it. The choice between a cappella and accompanied gives you flexibility for different concert contexts.
- Shape the phrasing across complete musical ideas, not just within single lines. This piece gains its sense of occasion when singers commit to longer harmonic arcs.
How to use it
Program this as a concert centerpiece or as part of a secular choral set. Its moderate difficulty and positive character make it ideal for spring concerts or festival appearances where you want to showcase both musicality and ensemble confidence without the demands of more complex repertoire.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining pure intonation in a cappella singing
- Balancing four-part SATB texture
- Shaping longer melodic phrases with harmonic support
- Ensemble blend and unified tone production across voice parts