Choral Choir (SA) - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.727198 Composed by Carol Troutman Wiggins. Children,Holiday,Instructional,March,Patriotic. Octavo. 11 pages. Carol Troutman Wiggins #3060667. Published by Carol Troutman Wiggins (A0.727198). Homeward, March!Unison/2-Part Mixed Chorus (w/Optional Flute, Recorder, or Kazoo)A song of recognition to the soldiers who fight for our freedom and who are fortunate enough to return home from the battle.This original composition also includes the first verse from When Johnny Comes Marching Home, which is a well-known song American Civil War song that told of people's desire for the return of their friends and family members who were fighting in the war. Lyrics accredited to Patrick Gilmore & tune to Louis Lambert, 1863.Excellent for upper elementary/middle school singersGreat opportunity to work on lower vocal register of younger studentsMostly unison with easy harmonyStaccatos & accentsFull, rich chordal accompanimentAdd flute, recorder, or kazoos to represent the fifesAdd a military-style drum cadence throughout the piece for authenticityAction cues included in scoreA few spoken word measuresChord included for additional instruments, if desiredPiano Accompaniment Rehearsal Track available on this site.
