Will There Really Be a Morning?: PianoTrax Digital Download

$9.99 USD

Will There Really Be a Morning?: PianoTrax Digital Download

Words by Emily Dickinson, music and additional words by Mary Donnelly and George L. O. Strid

Item: 00-A-00016480

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs

Publisher: Alfred Music

UPC: 0

SKU: 00-A-00016480

More about this title

About the Composer: Mary Donnelly

Mary Donnelly grew up in Reno, Nevada, and studied English and French at the University of Nevada, Reno. While still an undergraduate, she founded two children's choruses, which sparked her passion for music education. She pursued a Master's Degree in Education from Lesley College in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where she focused on integrating the arts across the curriculum.

Donnelly spent three decades teaching general music and choir in the Washoe County School District, retiring after a rewarding career in elementary and middle school classrooms. In 1985, she began collaborating with George L. O. Strid while co-teaching a sixth-grade music class. Together they have created over two hundred songs and twenty-five musicals, establishing themselves as prolific voices in choral education. She holds memberships in ACDA, NEA, and ASCAP.

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Why we love this

The literary text of this piece brings poetic weight to a two-part arrangement, inviting singers to engage with language that resonates emotionally. Donnelly and Strid's gift for creating accessible yet meaningful choral music shines here, making it ideal for middle school and young high school ensembles seeking repertoire that challenges voices without overwhelming them.

What to expect

The piece carries a contemplative, intimate quality shaped by its literary foundation. Singers will find themselves drawn into the emotional landscape of the text, discovering how melody and harmony illuminate the words' deeper meaning.

Who it's for

This two-part arrangement works beautifully for developing middle school and early high school choirs, as well as community or church ensembles seeking reflective secular repertoire. The accessible voicing makes it approachable while the poetic text offers meaningful artistic material for singers to explore.

How to get the most out of it

Explore the relationship between text and melody; ask singers to identify where the music mirrors or contrasts with the emotional arc of the poem.
Balance the two voice parts clearly in rehearsal so each line remains independent and supported, especially in moments where parts move together.
Use the PianoTrax accompaniment to establish secure ensemble voicing before removing it, helping singers internalize their parts confidently.

How to use it

Consider pairing this with other works exploring theme, time, or hope to create a thematic concert. Its reflective nature makes it ideal for spring programs, memorial services, or events celebrating resilience and renewal. The manageable voicing also makes it a strong choice for demonstrating artistic depth at festivals or competitions.