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Ticket to the Kingdom: SSA Choral Octavo

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Ticket to the Kingdom: SSA Choral Octavo

Ticket to the Kingdom: SSA Choral Octavo

Words and music by Donald Moore

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Three new voicings (Three-Part Mixed, Two-Part, and TTB) of this classic Don Moore piece now bring this popular spiritual within reach of choirs of all ages and levels. 'Put your troubles behind you' - add this one to your library today!

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Series: Alfred Archive Edition: Studio PR Catalog
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 8
UPC: 029156175288
SKU: 00-SV8954

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About the Composer: Donald Moore

Donald Moore

Donald Moore earned degrees in organ performance and music education from Kent State University and has established himself as one of the most prolific composers working in American choral music today. With over 500 published compositions across sacred, secular, and educational genres, Moore's work spans choral literature, organ and piano repertoire, and instructional materials distributed through major publishers including Alfred, Hal Leonard, Heritage, and others. His pieces regularly appear at state contests and festivals, and he has received seventeen ASCAP Composers Standard Awards for his contributions to American music.

As Organist-Choirmaster at Pilgrim United Church of Christ in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Moore brings practical experience in both worship and educational settings to his compositional voice. The American Choral Directors Association recognized him among 400 elite composers of historical significance in American choral music.

Why we love this

Moore's original spirituals have earned their place in choral libraries through genuine accessibility and singable lines that engage singers at all levels. This new SSA voicing removes the barriers that kept younger choirs and lower-division ensembles from this beloved work, making it an immediate addition to repertoire that connects directly with students without sacrificing the spiritual authenticity that made it a festival favorite in the first place.

What to expect

The piece carries the quiet confidence of a spiritual that has earned its place through repeated performance; it feels contemporary in its emotional directness while remaining rooted in traditional choral warmth. The message of resilience and peace comes through in accessible, singable lines that invite connection without demanding technical heroics.

Who it's for

SSA choirs of all ages and experience levels will find immediate success with this voicing. Younger ensembles, developing intermediate choirs, and programs seeking festival-appropriate spirituals will appreciate both the accessibility and the proven musicality of Moore's writing.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melodic line with careful attention to vowel placement; the spiritual's legacy depends on clarity and warmth in the sustained tones
  • Balance the three voices so the SSA texture reads as unified rather than stacked; blend matters more than volume differentiation
  • Use the text naturally to guide phrasing; 'Put your troubles behind you' should feel conversational, not overly rhythmic

How to use it

This works beautifully as a centerpiece in a concert exploring American spirituals or as a standalone festival entry where accessibility and solid musicianship matter equally. Consider pairing it with other Moore arrangements or programming it alongside works that explore themes of hope and perseverance across genres.

Skills your students will build

  • Blending three-part SSA voicing with attention to harmonic balance
  • Interpreting text to shape phrasing in spiritual literature
  • Managing sustained vowels for clarity and warmth in choral sound
  • Performing with ensemble cohesion across multiple vocal lines

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