I Am Not Yours - Z. Randall Stroope

Oct 17, 2026

This document contains the sheet music for the choral arrangement of the poem 'I Am Not Yours' by Sara Teasdale, composed by Z. Randall Stroope. Designed for an SSATBB chorus, the piece is presented as an unaccompanied work, providing a detailed musical structure with dynamic markings such as 'Molto espressivo', 'p', 'mf', and 'mp'. The score includes choral parts for Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Tenor, Baritone, and Bass, alongside specific performance instructions like 'staggered' breathing and tempo indications of 60 BPM. The composition explores themes of detachment and spiritual longing, translated into complex vocal arrangements. The manuscript features rehearsal markings and notations intended to assist conductors and choral ensembles in mastering the piece's emotional depth and nuanced phrasing throughout its various sections. The work serves as a significant example of contemporary choral literature set to classic lyrical poetry.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLiterature

FormatPDF

Pages13

Reading Time20 min

AccessFree to download

I Am Not Yours - Musical Score

Performance Instructions and Dynamics

Choral Part Arrangement

FAQs

Who is the composer of this choral work?

The piece is composed by Z. Randall Stroope.

What is the vocal configuration of this piece?

The sheet music is arranged for an SSATBB chorus, which includes Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Tenor, Baritone, and Bass sections.

What is the designated tempo for this composition?

The musical score indicates a tempo of 60 beats per minute, marked as 'Molto espressivo'.

Oct 17, 2026

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