for SSA unaccompanied Songbird sets an evocative text by the composer describing songbirds that spin tunes of gold. The catchy, colourful melody is first presented by tutti voices, and is then woven through the vocal parts, often to scat accompaniment.

About the Author
Sarah Quartel is a Canadian composer and educator known for her fresh and exciting approach to choral music. She celebrates the musical potential of all learners by providing singers access to engaging repertoire and transformative musical experiences. Deeply inspired by the life-changing relationships that can occur while making choral music, Sarah writes in a way that connects singer to singer, ensemble to conductor, and performer to audience. Although she has been a full-time composer since 2017, Sarah chooses to remain connected to her past as a music educator and is a guest teacher in her hometown of London, Canada. Sarah continues to work as a clinician and conductor at music education and choral events at home and abroad.

Reviews
Stand out pieces include those by Sarah Quartel, whose Songbird has a simple freshness and folky energy. * Rachel Lindley, Music Teacher, September 13 *



Book Information
ISBN 9780193392304
Author Sarah Quartel
Page Count 12
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Dimensions(mm) 255mm * 177mm * 1mm