Suo Gân: 3-Part Mixed/SAB Choral Octavo
(For Seasonal or General Use)
Traditional Welsh Lullaby / arr., with new words, by Mark Burrows
Item: 00-PO-0005621
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Description
Reimagined and beautifully harmonized, this arrangement of the traditional Welsh lullaby is sure to leave a lasting impression. Voices peel off the lyrical melody into rich and sometimes unexpected sonorities. A few optional lyrics adapt the text for Christmas or year-round use, and an optional flute part provides additional warmth.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0005621
Instrumentation:
Opt. Flute
More about this title
About the Arranger: Mark Burrows
Mark Burrows brings deep experience in choral arranging and conducting to every project he undertakes. His compositions and arrangements appear on state and festival lists across the country, and he regularly receives commissions from children's choirs, adult ensembles, and intergenerational festival groups. He holds degrees in music education from Southern Methodist University and conducting from Texas Christian University, and currently directs children's ministries at FUMC in Fort Worth, where he lives with his family.
Burrows' work is characterized by thoughtful harmonization that respects traditional melodies while creating fresh textures for singers. His arrangements balance accessibility with musical sophistication, making them ideal for directors seeking pieces that challenge singers without overwhelming them.
Why we love this
Burrows' treatment of this Welsh lullaby respects the tune's gentle character while introducing harmonic surprises that keep singers engaged throughout. The optional flute part and flexible text options (Christmas or year-round) make this a genuinely versatile addition to repertoire for groups at different programming stages. SAB voicing remains accessible while the counterpoint and voice leading reward careful rehearsal.
What to expect
Intimate and contemplative, with moments of gentle surprise. The lullaby's lilting character remains intact, but Burrows' harmonies shift the piece into unexpected territory, creating an arrangement that feels both comforting and artfully crafted.
Who it's for
Directors of treble, youth, and community choirs working with SAB or 3-part mixed ensembles seeking repertoire that honors a traditional melody while offering modern harmonic interest. This arrangement works equally well for singers with moderate sight-reading skills and those with more experience, as each voice part moves logically despite the richer harmonies.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the peel-off passages carefully so the layering creates depth rather than muddiness. Mark the entrance points clearly in rehearsal so singers understand when they're introducing new harmonic material.
- If using the optional flute part, rehearse it separately first to establish its rhythmic independence, then integrate it gradually with the choir to avoid the flute overshadowing the vocal lines.
- Attend to the phrase shapes in each voice part individually before bringing them together. The unexpected sonorities Burrows creates depend on singers understanding their own melodic line first.
How to use it
Program this as a centerpiece for a concert focused on world lullabies or holiday traditions, or use it to close a concert with warmth and reflection. The optional Christmas text makes it a natural fit for December programming, while the year-round alternative keeps it relevant across seasons.
Skills your students will build
- Singing independent voice parts while listening to different melodic lines
- Executing smooth voice leading through unexpected harmonic movements
- Blending textures in layered passages where voices enter at different points
- Sustaining legato phrasing across longer phrases in SAB writing