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The Wind: SAB Choral Octavo

Words by Robert Louis Stevenson, music by Audrey Snyder

Item: 00-PO-0005204

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Series: Alfred Archive Edition: Studio PR Catalog
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
SKU: 00-PO-0005204

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About the Composer: Audrey Snyder

Audrey Snyder is a prolific composer of choral music for educational and professional ensembles, known for her gift for text setting and her ability to write idiomatically for singers at all levels. Her works span sacred and secular genres, with particular strength in creating pieces that balance musical sophistication with vocal accessibility.

Snyder's compositions have become staples in choral programs across the country, prized by directors for their singability, emotional depth, and clever use of literary texts. Her understanding of how young and developing voices work informs every aspect of her writing, making her one of the most frequently performed contemporary choral composers in schools and universities.

Why we love this

Snyder's setting captures the quiet observation and subtle movement of the poetic text with music that breathes and flows naturally. The three-part texture gives every singer a meaningful line while keeping the piece manageable for developing choirs, and the literary content elevates your program beyond the purely decorative.

What to expect

The music has a contemplative quality, inviting listeners into a moment of observation and reflection. There is motion and aliveness in the writing, but it unfolds with intention and grace rather than urgency.

Who it's for

This piece suits intermediate-to-advancing SAB choirs with singers who can handle independent lines and appreciate chamber-like intimacy. It works well for school choirs, community ensembles, and church choirs seeking a secular text with depth and musical substance.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the phrasing around the text's imagery rather than symmetrical phrase lengths; let the poetry guide your conducting.
  • Balance the parts so each voice line remains clear without the sopranos drowning out the other sections.
  • Explore dynamic contrast within phrases to highlight how Snyder supports the poetic language with musical specificity.

How to use it

Include this in a concert exploring nature themes, poetry in music, or contemporary choral writing. Its lyrical character pairs well with both classical repertoire and other modern pieces, making it flexible for thematic or seasonal programming.

Skills your students will build

  • Independent part-singing in three-part texture
  • Connecting musical phrasing to poetic meaning
  • Balancing blend and projection across equal voice distribution
  • Expressive use of dynamics to illuminate text

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