“Five from the Folder: SATB” by Lisa Larsen

FIVE FROM THE FOLDER: SATB by Lisa Larsen

 

1. “Jabberwocky.” Sam Pottle. SATB, Heritage Music Press, #15/2088H

Wonderful character piece, dramatic and funny, added percussion. Based on part of “Alice in Wonderland”

 

2. “Tambur.” Lajos Bardos. Boosey & Hawkes, SATB, #48003807

Hungarian dancing song with easy to learn words. Students love this one.

 

3. “Neighbors’ Chorus.” Jacques Offenbach. Broude Bros., SATB, #BB130

From “La Jolie Parfumeuse” Gossip Offenbach style. So much fun to perform.

 

4. “O Freedom.” Lloyd. Kjos Music, SATB, #8713

Haunting spiritual about freedom, a cappella and not very difficult. Meaningful for students.

 

5. “The Water is Wide.” Grant Cochran. EC Schirmer, SATB #6697

Almost #1 on my list. Combination of “Shenandoah” and “Water is Wide.” Can use small group in center section. Very touching arrangement.

 

(“Five from the Folder” provides brief, text-length reviews of vocal works currently in the folders of choral directors throughout the United States.  To share five from your folder, contact Scott Dorsey at )