Tsuki (Japanese Moon): SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

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Tsuki (Japanese Moon): SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

Inspired by a Traditional Japanese Song, words and music by Lois Brownsey and Marti Lunn Lantz

Item: 00-A-00015250

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs

Publisher: Alfred Music

SKU: 00-A-00015250

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About the Composer: Lois Brownsey

Lois Brownsey and Marti Lunn Lantz have built a distinctive catalog of choral works that honor musical traditions from around the world. Their partnership spans decades and includes numerous publications with Alfred, among them "Winter's Frost," "Japanese Snow Song," "The Colors of Winter," and several seasonal collections. Beyond choral composition, they have created song collections centered on multicultural themes and environmental subjects, establishing themselves as specialists in repertoire that celebrates global cultures.

Brownsey's musical foundation began in Philadelphia, where she studied at Temple University and trained at the Guitar Workshop while engaging in musical theatre. Her career encompassed performing and composing across pop, rock, and blues idioms from 1973 through the late 1990s, both domestically and internationally. She has also contributed to commercial music, writing jingles for major clients. Today, she lives in Pennsylvania and operates Red Rock Recording Studios with her husband, recording engineer Kent Heckman, where many Alfred projects are produced. Her collaborations have extended to co-writing with Sally K. Albrecht on holiday-themed works.

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Why we love this

Brownsey and Lantz craft choral settings of global repertoire with genuine respect for source material and accessibility in mind. This arrangement brings a traditional Japanese song into the choir's reach without sacrificing its cultural integrity, making it an excellent vehicle for directors seeking multicultural programming that students find immediately engaging.

What to expect

Tsuki evokes the quiet contemplation of moonlight and the gentle imagery embedded in Japanese tradition. The piece carries a sense of serenity and cultural specificity, inviting singers and listeners alike into a reflective moment.

Who it's for

This octavo works well for middle school and high school choirs seeking accessible multicultural repertoire that performs successfully without requiring specialized instrumentation. Singers appreciate arrangements that feel authentic yet singable, and directors value pieces that introduce students to musical traditions beyond the Western classical canon.

How to get the most out of it

Listen carefully to the recorded accompaniment to capture the specific tonal qualities and phrasing the arrangers intended for this piece.
Pay attention to vowel placement in any Japanese text or transliteration; clarity of diction will honor the source material and help your singers connect with the cultural context.
Balance the choir's blend against the accompaniment so that both the singers and the recorded parts support each other rather than compete.

How to use it

Position this piece in a concert alongside other world music selections to build a cohesive cultural theme, or use it as a standalone offering that demonstrates your choir's range and versatility. Its moderate difficulty and emotional accessibility make it suitable for spring or fall concerts where you want to showcase both technical growth and artistic sensitivity.