Sing Your Song: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Words and music by Greg Gilpin
Item: 00-PO-0000939
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"No matter what the melody, . . . high or low, in harmony, sing your song." Though each of us is different, this song encourages unity, especially through music. An important lesson simply stated for younger choirs, and a terrific choice for music advocacy.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
8
SKU:
00-PO-0000939
More about this title
About the Composer: Greg Gilpin
Greg Gilpin stands among America's most performed choral composers, with conducting credentials spanning Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and international venues including the Sydney Opera House and Royal Festival Hall. An ASCAP award winner, he has shaped the choral landscape both as a composer and arranger and through his role as Director of Educational Choral Publications at Shawnee Press.
Beyond the music world, Gilpin has pursued parallel work as a certified financial coach and professional organizer, founding Maestro Organizing and appearing on Fox, NBC, and the television series Hoarders. His 2021 film score for the award-winning short "Rosie's Rescue" earned Best Score recognition. He remains active in ACDA, NAfME, and SAG-AFTRA, balancing his passions for composition, conducting, teaching, and community building.
Why we love this
Gilpin delivers a message of inclusion and acceptance without preaching. The melody is singable for younger voices, the two-part writing is genuinely accessible, and the text lands with surprising impact for a piece this straightforward. This is exactly the kind of repertoire that reminds students why singing together matters.
What to expect
Warm and encouraging, this piece carries an anthem quality without heaviness. The melody is straightforward enough to feel immediately singable, yet the two-part harmony creates genuine connection and lift. There's an earnestness here that resonates with younger singers seeking permission to find their voice.
Who it's for
Younger choirs and emerging singers benefit most from this piece's accessible voicing and affirming message. It works equally well in middle school, church, and community choir settings where singers are still building confidence and learning to blend.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the two parts carefully so neither voice dominates; younger singers often need reminding that harmony means listening horizontally as well as vertically.
- Let the recorded accompaniment support your rehearsals, but resist relying on it exclusively. Students should understand the harmonic structure without the crutch of playback.
- Find the natural phrasing within the text. The simplicity of the lyrics invites singers to connect emotionally rather than just hit notes.
- Consider how dynamics can deepen the message. Subtle changes in volume emphasize the journey from individual voices to unified sound.
How to use it
Program this as part of a concert celebrating music advocacy or diversity, pairing it with other affirming literature that speaks to unity. It also serves beautifully in assembly programs or spring concerts where you want to feature your developing singers with material that showcases both musicality and heart.
Skills your students will build
- 2-part harmonic balance and blend
- Connecting text to musical expression
- Reading and maintaining a sustained melodic line
- Listening horizontally to support ensemble cohesion