Who Knows Where The Time Goes (arr. Keely Hodgson): SATB Choral Octavo
As performed by Sandy Denny / Arranged by Keely Hodgson
Item: 35-DS01976285
Digital Download
$1.99
Minimum order quantity: 10 copies
Please note: Under U.S. copyright law, you must purchase the exact number of copies needed for your ensemble. Printing, duplicating or sharing additional copies is strictly prohibited.
Pickup currently not available
Description
Discover MakeMusic Cloud: thousands of interactive titles your students can play along with today.
Sandy Denny was a British folk-rock singer and songwriter whose work shaped the sound of 1970s British music. Known for her ethereal voice and introspective songwriting, she became a defining figure in the folk-rock movement, contributing to the influential group Fairport Convention while establishing a solo career marked by emotional depth and musical sophistication. Her compositions and interpretations continue to resonate across genres, valued by singers and musicians for their lyrical vulnerability and harmonic richness.
Why we love this
Keely Hodgson's arrangement captures the intimate beauty of this Denny classic while making it genuinely singable for mixed voices. The flowing melody and gentle harmonic language create a reflective moment in any concert, offering singers the satisfaction of delivering a piece that feels both emotionally honest and musically complete.
What to expect
The piece inhabits a contemplative space, with unhurried phrasing and warm harmonies that evoke autumn light and quiet reflection. Singing it feels less like performing and more like sharing a personal moment, creating an intimate connection between singers and listeners alike.
Who it's for
Mixed choirs with intermediate to advanced singers will find this arrangement accessible yet rewarding. It suits programs seeking repertoire that showcases lyrical singing and emotional maturity without demanding virtuosic technical demands.
How to get the most out of it
Pay close attention to the dynamic arc across phrases; resist the urge to overstate passages marked softly, letting the melody breathe naturally through the sustained moments.
Balance the soprano line against the supporting voices by ensuring lower parts don't inadvertently overshadow the tune, particularly in sections where the harmony thickens.
Attend to vowel consistency within each section, especially on the longer held notes, to maintain blend while preserving clarity of text.
Shape phrases with gentle rubato rather than strict metronomic precision; the folk-inspired character benefits from flexibility that follows the song's introspective quality.
How to use it
This works beautifully as a closing piece or as part of a folk-influenced set. Consider pairing it with other contemporary or traditional folk arrangements to create a thematic block that contrasts with more formally structured classical works.
Skills your students will build
Maintaining consistent breath support across long phrases
Blending voices while preserving melodic clarity in the soprano
Singing with stylistic flexibility appropriate to folk-inspired music
Balancing emotion and restraint in intimate repertoire
You May Also Like
Scan to Complete Your Purchase
Use your phone's camera to scan the code below
You'll log in on your phone and the order will be added to your account
