CHRIS FORTIN
At the age of four, Chris Fortin began improvising at the piano and hasn’t stopped since, performing, composing and arranging in styles from Classical and Jazz to Pop and Rock. After studying at Westminster Choir College in Princeton, Chris pursued a career in sacred music, and has directed and created music experiences in New Jersey area churches for over two decades. Chris is the director of music and organist at the Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church, and also remains an active teacher, singer, and sought-after accompanist in the region. Chris resides with his husband and their three cats in the little town of Mount Tabor, NJ.
Angels in the Snow
by Robbie Smith, arr. Chris Fortin
SATB with piano – CP 1944 – duration 4:15
SSA with piano – CP 2028
This whimsical setting for choir and piano with optional bass brings the winter season to life. Arranged for SATB and SSA choirs by American composer Chris Fortin, Angels in the Snowpaints a magical scene with its colorful harmonies and strong unison passages highlighting the extraordinary text throughout. The piano accompaniment is beautifully accessible and helps to support the playful imagery. This piece is a perfect addition to any winter program, and was crafted to honor the original song by acclaimed singer/song writer, Robbie Smith.
Snow minted branches bowed to us through frosted light
A raven welcomed us and led us through a world of white
A meadow glistened, we wonder-watched what we were shown
And, christening the fields, the only footsteps were our own
We spent a day with only laughter now we know
It’s not only children who make angels in the snow
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