A Shout For Joy!: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Lee Dengler
Item: 35-PK00165953
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Composed with unique harmonic style, this celebration for Easter or general use brings to the sanctuary a variety of sounds and colors. Quasi-bolero rhythms open the anthem followed by a more conventional lyric middle section that reminds us of the redeeming work of Christ. Two trumpets and percussion add spice and complete this singular springtime offering.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00165953
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Why we love this
The quasi-bolero opening gives this anthem real rhythmic personality, immediately capturing attention without relying on tired Easter clichés. The shift into a lyric middle section feels earned rather than obligatory, and the addition of two trumpets and percussion ensures the piece lands with genuine festive color rather than generic brightness.
What to expect
The piece opens with propulsive, rhythmic energy that feels celebratory and slightly unexpected. As it moves into the middle section, the harmonic language deepens and slows, creating space for reflection on theological content before the energy returns for the finish.
Who it's for
This works for choirs seeking Easter music that sounds contemporary without abandoning harmonic substance. Conductors with access to two trumpet players and a basic percussion setup will find the orchestration both practical and effective.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the bolero rhythms with crisp articulation in the rhythm section; let the pulse feel confident and grounded rather than rushed
- Balance the trumpet lines carefully against the choir during the opening section so they enhance rather than overshadow the harmonic writing
- Use the lyric middle section to establish a moment of genuine reflection before building back toward the celebratory close
- Rehearse the transition between rhythmic and lyric sections as a clear interpretive shift; mark a slight breath or tempo adjustment to let listeners experience the architectural change
How to use it
Pair this as a mid-program anchor on an Easter service or spring concert; the rhythmic opening works especially well as a tonal shift after quieter or more introspective pieces. Its dual character makes it equally at home in a worship setting or a concert hall.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in contemporary meters and syncopation
- Harmonic awareness through non-traditional harmonic progression
- Sectional coordination between choir and instrumentalists
- Dynamic control during transitions between contrasting sections
- Stylistic vocabulary in quasi-bolero rhythmic patterns