When I Hear the Sounds of Christmas: 2-Part Choral Octavo
Words by Andy Beck and Brian Fisher, music by Andy Beck
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Description
Bring out the sentimental side of Christmas at your holiday concert this year. A touching text reminisces about many delights during this special time of year. Logical choral writing, and an unforgettable hook make this beautiful ballad a delight to sing and a breeze to teach.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0003603
More about this title
About the Composer: Brian Fisher
Brian Fisher grew up in Pennsylvania and earned his Bachelor's degree in quantitative business analysis from Penn State University before pursuing a career in auditing. He later transitioned to education, completing studies at the State University of New York and dedicating himself to teaching, directing, and performing across music and theater. Fisher now teaches middle school in North Carolina, bringing years of classroom experience to his compositions.
Why we love this
Fisher captures genuine sentiment without resorting to syrup, and his melodic hook is genuinely memorable in the way that makes singers want to perform the piece repeatedly. The 2-part writing sits comfortably for mixed middle school and high school choirs, and the logical phrase construction means you'll spend rehearsal time on musicality rather than untangling voice leading.
What to expect
The piece invites a conversational warmth, as if someone is sharing genuine holiday memories across the dinner table. Sentimental without becoming maudlin, it settles into your singers' voices naturally and leaves the audience with something real to hold onto.
Who it's for
This octavo works beautifully for middle school and high school choirs seeking repertoire that honors the Christmas season without overshadowing the message with complexity. Singers respond well to the straightforward vocal ranges and singable melody, and directors appreciate having a touching piece that doesn't demand extensive arranging or conducting technique.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the emotional arc by building gradually toward the hook rather than leading with it; let singers discover why the melody lands so effectively when it arrives.
- Balance the two parts so neither dominates; this piece thrives on blend, so encourage the lower voices to sing with full resonance rather than sitting back.
- Use the recorded accompaniment strategically during early rehearsals to establish the harmonic context, then move to a cappella or piano to strengthen choir independence.
How to use it
Position this as your concert's emotional anchor, perhaps following an upbeat seasonal opener or placing it as the final selection before a brief ensemble finale. It pairs well with both traditional hymn arrangements and contemporary Christmas songs, giving your concert programming depth and variety.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining legit tone production in slower tempos
- Blending two independent vocal lines with equal musical weight
- Shaping phrases with dynamic control and textual clarity
- Maintaining secure intonation across sustained harmony