for SABar and piano
This upbeat work sets a text by the Malaysian singer Bihzhu celebrating the collective excitement in exploring the unknown. The supportive piano accompaniment brings a hint of the Malaysian soundworld in its use of fourths, and minimal divisi in the vocal parts makes the piece accessible to a broad range of choirs.
for SABar and piano
This engaging, upbeat work sets a text by the Malaysian singer Bihzhu celebrating the collective excitement in exploring the unknown. Fly! features a contemporary, pop-inspired melody and a fun, syncopated scat motif in the lower part. The supportive piano accompaniment brings a hint of the Malaysian soundworld through its use of fourths, and minimal divisi in the vocal writing makes the piece accessible to a broad range of choirs.
Also available in a version for upper-voices.
Dr Tracy Wong hails from Malaysia and is a choral conductor, music educator, composer, vocalist, and pianist. She advocates for repertoire-based music education, and her choral works support the development of vocal technique, musicianship skills, and artistry. Her music reflects the blend of different lived experiences, languages, and musical elements that continue to influence her compositional writing. Dr Wong is the Assistant Professor of Choral Studies at Western University, Ontario, Canada, where she conducts the Chorale and Les Choristes ensembles and teaches choral conducting. She holds a Doctor in Musical Arts (Choral Conducting) degree from the University of Toronto and was the 2019 Canadian Composer Feature for the Canadian Kodįly Journal, Alla Breve. Tracy collaborates regularly with choral organizations on conducting events, commissioned projects, and residences, and her compositions are widely published and performed internationally.
