Sing, Sing!: 2-Part Choral Octavo

Name: Sing, Sing!: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-46603
Price: 2.05 USD
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Words and music by Sally K. Albrecht

Item: 00-46603

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Antiphonal entrances of "Sing, sing!" open this majestic selection with optional parts for two trumpets and a snare drum. Two accented melodies stand alone before combining into an exuberant choral duet. A contrasting middle section provides the opportunity to sing briefly in Latin before returning to the stately fanfare.

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 12

UPC: 038081531786

SKU: 00-46603

Instrumentation: Opt. Trumpets, Snare Drum

More about this title

About the Composer: Sally K. Albrecht

Sally K. Albrecht has shaped American choral music for over four decades as a composer, conductor, and educational publisher. Since 1987, she has received the ASCAP Special Music Award annually and maintains more than 600 published choral works in print, alongside 75 larger choral musicals and songbooks. Her conducting experience spans honor choir festivals at major venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and The Kennedy Center, establishing her as a recognized voice in choral advocacy and pedagogy.

Albrecht's career as Director of School Choral, Vocal, and Elementary Publications for Alfred Music and other major publishers gave her deep insight into what works in the classroom and rehearsal hall. She holds degrees from Rollins College (B.A. in Music and Theater, 1976), the University of Miami (M.A. in Drama, 1977; M.M. in Accompanying, 1979), and has taught at Oakland University, Jersey City State College, and Meredith College. In 2021, she received the Distinguished Alumna Award from both the University of Miami Frost School of Music and Rollins College, where she serves on the Board of Trustees.

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Why we love this

Albrecht's structural clarity shines here. The piece opens with an antiphonal hook that immediately engages students, builds through two distinct melodic ideas before fusing them into a satisfying duet, and pivots to a Latin text section that provides musical contrast without overwhelming younger singers. It's a masterclass in pacing that holds audience attention while remaining firmly within the reach of a developing 2-part choir.

What to expect

Majestic and celebratory, with an architectural elegance that feels almost ceremonial. The antiphonal opening creates anticipation, the dual melodic section radiates warmth and confidence, and the Latin interlude adds unexpected sophistication before the opening fanfare returns to close with dignity.

Who it's for

This piece suits 2-part choirs at the middle school through early high school level, particularly those with some concert experience and control over diction. Directors seeking sacred repertoire that moves beyond unison arrangements and introduces young singers to Latin text will find this both accessible and musically rewarding.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the opening antiphonal entrances with clear articulation and deliberate spacing between each choir's statement. This sets the majestic tone and lets the fanfare idea land.
Balance the two accented melodies so each voice part feels equally important when they stand alone. Uneven balance during these moments undermines the architectural design.
Use the optional trumpet and snare drum parts to frame the piece's strongest moments, particularly the transition into the duet section. These instruments can anchor rhythm and add brilliance without overshadowing the singers.
Approach the Latin section with a shift in energy and character. Allow singers a slight breath adjustment to signal the contrasting middle before returning to the stately opening material.

How to use it

Open a concert or festival performance with this piece to establish a strong, confident tone. Its brevity (12 pages) and optional instrumental support make it equally effective as a contest selection or as a statement piece in a sacred music program that pairs well with more introspective selections.