Enough: Choral Programming for Social and Emotional Learning Wednesday, May 01, 2024
recommended by Jen Sper and Lisa Springer, School Choral Music Specialists
Enough by Roger Emerson & Ethan Hanzlik, SATB divisi with piano
Roger Emerson and Ethan Hanzlik have teamed up to write a powerful and inspirational ballad that addresses loneliness at a time when young people seem to be connected in more ways than ever before. “Hold me, see me, tell me I’m worthy of love. Tell me that I am enough” is the line the singers demand.
Does the World Say? by Kyle Pederson, SATB with piano and optional violin
“Take my hand, don’t let go…” This inspirational selection about the pressures the world throws at us is an empowering and lyrical work that will inspire singers and audiences. An optional, soaring violin part provides nice texture and balance with the flowing, rhythmic piano accompaniment.
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About the Authors:
Jen Sper is a Choral Music Specialist here at Stanton’s Sheet Music. A native of Cincinnati, she holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Baldwin Wallace College (now University) Conservatory of Music, and taught 7-12 choir, music theory, class piano, and drama in Southern Ohio before joining the Stanton’s team in 2006. An active choral singer and accompanist throughout the Central Ohio area, Jen can also often be found exploring the exciting restaurant, brewery, and theater scenes in Columbus, wandering through the local metro parks, visiting family around the Great Lakes, or at home with her very friendly cat.
Lisa Springer joined the Stanton’s choral staff in July 2023. She taught middle and high school choirs for 27 years in addition to serving as Artistic Director of the Columbus Women’s Chorus. She holds degrees from Heidelberg University and Cleveland Institute of Music. She has enjoyed an extensive professional singing career and continues to perform in the greater Columbus area. During her free time, she enjoys spending time in southern Ohio playing with her grandchildren.