Think On These Things: 2-Part Choral Octavo

Contemplative and grounded. The piece invites introspection without heaviness, offering singers a chance to explore legit singing and textual expression in a framework that doesn't overwhelm.

Treble, tenor, or mixed choirs looking for accessible yet artful literature. This octavo works equally well for concert choirs, community ensembles, and educational settings where a gentle challenge feels appropriate.

• Balance the two voice parts so that neither dominates; this choral octavo benefits from blend over projection, especially if you're drawing from singers with varying experience.
• Pay attention to vowel consistency across the ensemble. The sustained singing required here exposes inconsistency immediately and rewards uniformity.
• Give your singers space to connect with the text emotionally before drilling mechanics. Understanding what they're singing about transforms the technical work into something purposeful.

Pair this with other introspective contemporary works for a thematic concert centered on mindfulness or reflection. It also functions beautifully as a concert closer, giving audiences a moment of quiet before they leave.

• Sustained legit singing across longer phrases
• Blend and balance in two-part harmony
• Text expression and emotional connection to lyrical content
• Listening skills within a reduced harmonic texture