Snow, Snow, Snow, Snow, Snow!: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Words and music by Sally K. Albrecht
Item: 00-PO-0005554
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Description
Feel the excitement that comes with the first flakes of the year. A bright, cheery, Broadway-style melody is echoed back and forth in this sure-to-be-a-hit show tune. Pair with choreography from the When We Sing! DVD to bring the house down!
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0005554
More about this title
About the Composer: Sally K. Albrecht
Sally K. Albrecht has built a remarkable career bridging choral music with theatrical movement and staging. Since 1987, she has received consecutive ASCAP Special Music Awards and published over 600 choral works alongside 75 songbooks and musicals. Her conducting credits span prestigious venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and The Kennedy Center, where she has led honor choirs and festival events.
For more than thirty years, Albrecht directed school choral and vocal publications for major educational music publishers, culminating in her role at Alfred Music. She holds degrees from Rollins College (B.A. in Music and Theater), the University of Miami (M.A. in Drama and M.M. in Accompanying), and has taught at Oakland University, Jersey City State College, and Meredith College. Her leadership extends beyond composition: she chaired the Board of Trustees for Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society and received their Pillar of Leadership award. In 2021, both the University of Miami Frost School of Music and Rollins College recognized her with Distinguished Alumna Awards.
Why we love this
Albrecht understands what makes young singers light up on stage. This piece channels genuine Broadway energy without demanding advanced vocal technique, and the call-and-response structure between parts builds natural ensemble cohesion. The pairing with choreography options transforms it from a song into a production moment that students genuinely want to perform.
What to expect
Pure joy meets theatrical flair. The bright, Broadway-influenced melody captures the childlike wonder of watching snow fall, while the echoing structure creates a playful conversation that feels spontaneous and alive. From the first notes, the piece radiates warmth and anticipation.
Who it's for
Elementary and middle school choirs looking for festival-ready material that energizes singers and audiences alike. This two-part voicing welcomes mixed treble voices and works equally well for developing choirs or experienced ensembles seeking a pure performance win.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the tempo bright and conversational. The back-and-forth melody should feel like an excited exchange between friends, not a technical display.
- Balance the melodic echoing carefully so both parts remain audible. The second part's responses should land with clarity even as the first part sustains.
- If using movement, rehearse the choreography alongside the vocal line from day one. Young singers who move while singing often unlock better breath support and phrasing.
- Shape the dynamics to match the building excitement of fresh snow. Start crisp and light, then allow a natural swell as the piece progresses.
How to use it
Program this as an audience favorite during winter concerts or holiday festivals, where its upbeat character and movement possibilities will anchor the show. It also works beautifully as an encore or as the finale to a winter-themed set, leaving listeners smiling and energized.
Skills your students will build
- Call-and-response phrasing and part independence
- Maintaining vocal tone while moving
- Blend and balance between two distinct vocal parts
- Sustained enthusiasm and projection over repeated melodic material