Johnny Edwards II - Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening for Mixed SATB Chorus and Piano
Johnny Edwards II - Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening for Mixed SATB Chorus and Piano
Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening — For Mixed Chorus and Piano
Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening by Johnny Edwards II is a choral setting of Robert Frost's iconic poem — one of the most beloved and widely memorized works in the American literary canon. Frost's hushed, hypnotic verse, with its imagery of dark woods, falling snow, and the quiet pull of rest against the press of obligation, finds a natural home in the choral medium.
Edwards's setting for mixed chorus and piano captures the poem's atmosphere of stillness and wonder with writing that is both evocative and vocally idiomatic. The piano accompaniment adds warmth and textural depth, making this an ideal concert piece for any ensemble seeking repertoire that resonates with audiences on a deeply human level.
Performance Highlights
- Choral setting of Robert Frost's beloved poem for mixed chorus and piano
- Evocative, atmospheric writing that captures the poem's stillness and wonder
- Composed by veteran choral educator and composer Johnny Edwards II
- Ideal for winter concerts, choral festivals, and literary-themed programs
- Digital PDF download — print-ready choral score and piano part included
About the Composer
Johnny Edwards II is Director of Choral Activities at Newton High School in Covington, Georgia. A veteran educator with nineteen years of teaching experience at both the middle and high school levels, he has composed original works for each of his ensembles throughout his career. He also serves as Minister of Music of Children at Berean Christian Church in Stone Mountain, Georgia. Edwards holds a BM in Music Education from Armstrong Atlantic State University and an MM in Music Education with a concentration in Choral Conducting from Georgia College and State University. His musical achievements include arranging music for the Closing Ceremonies of the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics and for the grand champion of the Savannah Onstage National Singing Competition. He has served as music director for numerous theatrical productions, including The Wiz, Annie, Oliver, Anne of Green Gables, and Rent. His choral ensembles have consistently earned superior and excellent ratings at festivals and contests at every school where he has taught.