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Composer(s)
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Traditional
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Arranger
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David von Kampen
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Voicing (with percentage of divisi measures)
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SSATB (S2 3 notes total)
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Measures
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119
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Level
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3
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Accompaniment
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2 Versions available: Piano accompaniment AND Big Band accompaniment (compatible) - Big Band Version features 4 flugelhorns, 4 trombones, Flute, Soprano Sax, 2 Tenor Saxes, Bari Sax, optional guitar and vibes/suspended cymbal parts
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Original/Reference Artist
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NA
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Performance Time
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4:51
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Meter/Tempo
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Rubato, circa mm=72
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Solos
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SA lyric solo: 8 bars
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Style Notes
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Reimagined orchestral ballad approach with subtle rubato moments
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Arrangement Features
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Reharmonization, melodic reinterpretation, dynamic shaping, evocative, mix between 3/4 and 4/4 meters
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Suggested programming role(s)
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Could be moving closer in a holiday concert, otherwise ballad role
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Range Extremes
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Moderate ranges, soprano highest is G#5 at the end
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Lyric Summary
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The story of the birth of Christ. Traditional lyrics
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Demo Credits
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Soprano/Alto Vocals: Julia Dollison, Tenor/Bass: Kerry Marsh, Piano: David von Kampen - Big Band Version recorded by Kerry Marsh
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Commission Credit
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NA
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Release Year
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2023
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