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We Dance: SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

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We Dance: SoundTrax Digital Audio Download

from the musical Once on This Island

Words by Lynn Ahrens, music by Stephen Flaherty / arr. Andy Beck

Item: 00-A-00015256

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-A-00015256

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About the Composer: Stephen Flaherty

Stephen Flaherty has established himself as a composer of musical theatre with exceptional range across genres and scales. His work spans intimate chamber pieces to large Broadway productions, consistently demonstrating his gift for memorable melody and emotional directness that translates across audiences and contexts.

Why we love this

Flaherty's Broadway pedigree means this piece arrives fully realized for performance, with built-in theatrical appeal that engages singers and audiences alike. The arrangement by Andy Beck captures the energy and accessibility the composer intended, making it a smart choice for choirs seeking contemporary material with genuine showmanship.

What to expect

The piece carries the rhythmic vitality and direct emotional warmth characteristic of contemporary musical theatre. Singers experience the kind of accessibility that makes a piece feel singable from the first read-through, with harmonic writing that supports the voice naturally rather than fighting against it.

Who it's for

This digital download works for mixed or treble choirs at intermediate levels seeking contemporary Broadway-influenced material. Directors who want repertoire with built-in theatricality and strong melodic hooks will find it immediately engaging for both singers and audiences.

How to get the most out of it

  • Reference the recorded accompaniment to lock in the harmonic framework, then gradually reduce your reliance on it during rehearsal to build independent vocal confidence.
  • Stage the piece thoughtfully. The inclusion of movement suggestions means you have a concrete roadmap; adapt blocking to your space and ensemble size rather than abandoning staging altogether.
  • Balance clarity of text with the melodic line. In sections where the choir moves together, ensure diction doesn't blur at the expense of the song's narrative.
  • Use available instrumental parts to deepen the texture in concert or dress rehearsal. Even adding one or two instruments can shift the piece from choral feature to full production moment.

How to use it

Program this as a concert showcase piece or as part of a spring performance that leans toward contemporary pop-choral selections. Its theatrical DNA also makes it an excellent choice for a musical theatre themed concert or as an encore that leaves audiences smiling.

Skills your students will build

  • Precision in rhythmic figures common to contemporary pop and musical theatre style
  • Shaping phrases with theatrical intention and text-driven expression
  • Coordination between movement and singing without losing vocal quality
  • Ensemble awareness in pieces with active accompaniment and staging elements

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