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We Are the Choir: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

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We Are the Choir: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

We Are the Choir: Choral Octavo SoundTrax CD

Based on March Militaire, Opus 51

Music by Franz Schubert / arr. with new words by Donald Moore

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The music is Schubert's "March Militaire." The text is wonderfully witty. The result is an unforgettable novelty number for mixed choirs. Each section of the choir brags about being "the very best in town" or having "the finest sound" in the chromatic B section, before recapitulating the strong "we are the choir" hook. Funny (to hear) . . . and fun (to sing)! Featured on the "Hooray for Hollywood!" movement DVD #28868.

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher: Alfred Music
UPC: 038081310015
SKU: 00-28457

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About the Composer: Franz Schubert

Franz Schubert (1797-1828) composed across every major genre of his era, yet his gift for melody remains unmatched. His "March Militaire" exemplifies the direct, spirited character that made his instrumental works endlessly singable and arrangeably. Though he died at thirty-one, his output shaped Romantic music and continues to anchor choral repertoire worldwide.

Schubert's melodies seem to arrive fully formed, which is precisely why they translate so naturally into choral settings. "March Militaire" carries the kind of architectural clarity that survives text-fitting and arrangement without losing its essential character. For ensembles, his music offers both structural integrity and immediate accessibility.

Why we love this

Donald Moore's arrangement recasts a beloved Schubert instrumental as a choral showpiece with genuine wit. The witty text lands perfectly over the march's military precision and the chromatic B section gives each voice section a chance to boast in character, making this work equally at home as a concert opener or a closer that leaves audiences smiling. The novelty works because the music is strong enough to carry it.

What to expect

Buoyant and cheeky, with the swagger of a military march interrupted by moments of chromatic playfulness. Singers feel the propulsive energy of Schubert's original while delivering humor through boastful text and ensemble interplay. It's the rare piece that entertains audiences while genuinely rewarding the musicians who perform it.

Who it's for

Mixed choirs seeking a high-energy novelty that doesn't compromise musical substance. This works for ensembles with solid rhythmic foundation and comfort with characterization, from intermediate high school choirs through college and community groups.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock the rhythmic precision of the march rhythm across all four parts; the humor depends on crisp, unified articulation, especially on repeated note figures.
  • Encourage singers to lean into character during the bragging section. Each voice part should deliver 'the finest sound' or 'the very best' as though genuinely convinced of their superiority.
  • Shape the chromatic passage with smooth voice leading so the harmonic color reads clearly without sacrificing the march's forward momentum.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment to establish the march's tempo and style; let singers hear how the military character informs phrasing and diction.

How to use it

Program this as a concert opener to set an upbeat tone, or save it for the second half when your audience is warmed up and ready to enjoy something unexpected. The piece pairs well alongside more serious choral work, offering tonal relief while maintaining the evening's musicality. It also shines in pop or lighter-themed concerts where novelty has a natural home.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining rhythmic precision in march meter across four-part textures
  • Chromatic voice leading and intonation in the B section
  • Character work and ensemble cohesion through text-driven humor
  • Balancing individual voice section identity with overall blend

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