Happy Dog / Be Yourself

Happy Dog / Be Yourself” is a pair of companion songs about being true to yourself. The first two verses are about a dog enjoying life, fulfilling its purpose, and finding joy in simple things. The next two verses draw a parallel with human life choices; trying to live someone else’s life, rather than focusing on being the best, truest version of ourselves. Finally, the two songs are sung together, suggesting that we can find our own balance and harmony in our lives!

Happy Dog / Be Yourself” virtual performance using Cantāmus Vocaloids. (The AI rendition is not perfect, but gives an idea of the overall form of the piece. I look forward to hearing a recording of a real choir singing this!)

This score is available for purchase directly from the composer using the Contact page. Please order a copy for each choir member, plus one for your conductor and one for your accompanist.

Full score (pdf with license): $2.00 / copy
Printed scores: order through J. W. Pepper
A free score (with some redactions) is available for preview


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