Waterfall: PianoTrax Digital Audio Download

Kelley writes with genuine sensitivity to what singers can do and what they need to hear. The recorded accompaniment captures the piece's lyrical intention perfectly, giving your singers a reliable reference while keeping them focused on blend and interpretation rather than fighting against an accompanist's tempo.

Imagery of flowing water suggests both motion and reflection. The piece balances gentle undulation with moments of contemplative stillness, inviting singers into close attention to blend while the accompaniment provides forward momentum.

SATB choirs at the high school level or confident middle school programs looking for concert and contest repertoire that sits comfortably in singers' ranges. This piece works well for groups building confidence in four-part writing without extreme tessituras.

• Balance the soprano and alto lines carefully in the opening phrases so the accompaniment supports rather than overwhelms the ensemble sound
• Work the legit vowels first before layering in any stylistic inflection; Kelley's harmonic writing rewards clarity in the sustained passages
• Use the track to establish a shared understanding of phrase breathing before attempting unaccompanied sections, if any exist

Pair this with other secular works to round out a concert set, or feature it in a festival competition where recorded accompaniments are permitted. It also serves as an excellent teaching piece for building healthy vocal habits and four-part balance in a school year's arc.

• Sustaining long vocal lines while maintaining breath support
• Listening for blend in SATB voicing
• Following a recorded accompaniment with rhythmic independence
• Interpreting text through dynamic shaping in a legit vocal style