Sugar Cookie!: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Words by Andy Beck and Brian Fisher, music by Andy Beck
Item: 00-PO-0003664
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Description
Written in a 1940s swing style, this choral confection is chock full of accessible harmonies with lots of built-in repetition, plus a fun-filled spoken word section that's the icing on top. Pair with the optional SoundTrax CD and choreography from the Step One! DVD and at alfred.com/video. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0003664
More about this title
About the Composer: Brian Fisher
Brian Fisher began his career in business before finding his true calling in music education. He earned his Bachelor's degree from Penn State University and later pursued graduate studies at the State University of New York, transitioning from the corporate world to the classroom. Throughout his career, he has worked as an educator, director, and performer across both music and theater.
Fisher has built a reputation for writing accessible, engaging choral music that connects with young singers. Currently teaching middle school in North Carolina, he brings years of classroom experience directly into his compositions, understanding what works with student ensembles and what audiences enjoy hearing.
Why we love this
Fisher writes swing style arrangements that actually work with junior high singers. The repetitive harmonic structure and built-in melodic hooks make learning efficient, and the spoken word section gives nervous performers a moment to breathe while keeping the energy high. It's holiday programming that feels fresh instead of recycled.
What to expect
Bright, playful, and full of nostalgia without feeling stuck in the past. The swing idiom brings lift and energy, while the accessible harmonies keep things warm and singable. There's genuine joy in the writing, especially in that spoken word moment where singers get to show their personality.
Who it's for
Middle school and early high school choirs looking for a winter or holiday selection that doesn't take months to prepare. This works equally well for concert choirs, general music classes with performance components, or school holiday assemblies where you want something engaging that the whole audience will remember.
How to get the most out of it
- Drill the swing rhythms in isolation before combining them with harmony. Mark the swing eighth notes clearly in rehearsal so singers understand the feel is not straight eighths.
- Work the 2-part split systematically: establish the melody first, then layer in the harmony part once the tune is solid. This order prevents singers from getting lost.
- Give the spoken word section full character work. Treat it like theater blocking rather than just reciting words. Commit to the fun, and the audience will too.
- Balance the parts carefully during the harmonized sections. In swing style, the melody can carry but shouldn't drown out the harmonic support underneath.
How to use it
Pair this with other upbeat seasonal selections to create a concert that feels contemporary rather than traditional. It works particularly well as a closing number because of its humor and high energy, or place it mid-program to shift the mood after a quieter piece. The optional choreography and recorded accompaniment make it flexible enough to perform with or without those elements depending on your rehearsal timeline.
Skills your students will build
- Swing rhythm interpretation and feel (swing eighth notes, syncopation)
- 2-part harmonic balancing and voice independence
- Stylistic singing outside classical choral traditions
- Performance confidence in a theatrical/comedic context
- Text clarity and projection in spoken word sections