Wings: SSA Choral Octavo
Music by Carl Strommen
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Description
We think WINGS is destined to become a choral classic, in the tradition of Carl Strommen's best-loved 'Like An Eagle.' Your singers will be moved by its message: 'Give me wings to travel swiftly o'er fields of green and skies of blue.' Don't miss it!
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0004615
More about this title
About the Composer: Carl Strommen
Carl Strommen's career spans multiple musical disciplines. His compositions and arrangements for band, orchestra, jazz ensemble, and chorus have secured him a place among the most frequently performed creators in the field, with his work appearing in concert halls, broadcast media, and film scores across the country and beyond. Strommen's consistent recognition includes the annual ASCAP Standard Writers Award, reflecting the breadth and quality of his output.
A City College of New York graduate, Strommen maintains active ties to music education as an adjunct professor of orchestration and composition at C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University in Brookville, NY. He serves regularly as a clinician and accepts commissions. His home base is Long Island, though he spends significant time in Colorado with extended family.
Why we love this
Strommen's gift for crafting accessible yet meaningful choral writing shines here. The piece carries the same emotional authenticity that made works like 'Like An Eagle' endure in choral repertoire, and the text about freedom and possibility makes it particularly strong for graduation programming. SSA voicing opens the door to younger singers and mixed-age ensembles while maintaining musical substance.
What to expect
Soaring and hopeful, with a lyrical melody that feels both fresh and timeless. The text celebrates possibility and movement, creating an uplifting atmosphere that lingers after the final note. Strommen's harmonic language is warm and straightforward, never condescending, allowing singers to focus on musicality and emotional expression.
Who it's for
SSA choirs of all levels, particularly those preparing graduation programs or seeking accessible contemporary choral repertoire with genuine melodic appeal. The piece suits both high school treble choirs and adult recreational ensembles looking for music that is singable yet substantive.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the accompaniment carefully so singers can hear their own lines; Strommen's harmonic language rewards blend and intonation work in rehearsal.
- Shape the text expressively rather than pushing volume; the lyrical quality of the melody invites singers to connect emotionally with the message about wings and travel.
- Use sectional rehearsal to lock the soprano 1/2 relationship early, then bring in the altos to reinforce the harmonic foundation before full ensemble runs.
How to use it
Reserve this for spring concerts or graduation ceremonies where the message about wings and journeys resonates thematically. It pairs well with other contemporary choral works and stands effectively as a program closer, leaving audiences with an inspirational final impression.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining legit melodic lines across phrase lengths
- Balancing two soprano parts with a single alto line
- Aligning intonation and blend across multiple harmonic structures
- Interpreting and conveying text meaning through dynamic shaping