This Little Light of Mine: SA Choral Octavo

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This Little Light of Mine: SA Choral Octavo

Name: This Little Light of Mine: SA Choral Octavo
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-SV8840
Price: 2.25 USD
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Arr. Donald Moore

Item: 00-SV8840

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Series: Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 12

UPC: 029156270167

SKU: 00-SV8840

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About the Arranger: Donald Moore

Donald Moore earned a Bachelor of Music in organ performance and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Kent State University. As Organist-Choirmaster at Pilgrim United Church of Christ in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, he has developed deep expertise in sacred and choral music across multiple styles and voicings.

Moore's catalog spans over 500 published works with major publishers including Alfred Music, Hal Leonard, Heritage Music Press, and others. His compositions and arrangements appear regularly at state and regional music festivals, and his work has been recognized with seventeen ASCAP Composers Standard Awards. The American Choral Directors Association listed him among 400 composers of historical significance in American choral music.

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Why we love this

Moore's treatment of this spiritual gives you an arrangement that respects the song's power while remaining genuinely accessible for developing singers. The two-part voicing sits comfortably across most middle and secondary school choirs, and the 12-page length makes it achievable without overwhelming rehearsal time. Contest and festival credentials built into the piece mean you're programming something judges know and value.

What to expect

This arrangement honors the spiritual's quiet dignity and hopeful declaration. Moore's writing creates moments of warmth and intimacy while building toward passages of genuine affirmation, giving singers a piece that feels emotionally grounded rather than superficial.

Who it's for

Middle and high school choirs seeking repertoire that combines accessibility with musical substance will find this arrangement excellent for both learning and performance. The two-part voicing works well for treble-dominant ensembles or mixed choirs looking to build confidence with simpler textures before tackling more complex arrangements.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the melody between sections; this arrangement's strength lies in its clarity, so resist the urge to oversing the harmony part.
Let the spiritual's inherent rhythmic momentum shape your tempo choices rather than locking into a metronomic pulse.
Attend to vowel consistency between parts, especially at unison moments, so the blend feels intentional rather than accidental.
Consider the text carefully; the spiritual carries weight, so avoid rushed phrasing that diminishes the message.

How to use it

Place this as a centerpiece in a concert exploring American spiritual traditions, or use it to open a program with something singers and audiences connect to immediately. At 12 pages, it's substantial enough to stand alone but brief enough to pair with contrasting sacred repertoire or contemporary work.