Alleluia, Christ Is Alive!: SATB Choral Octavo
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Alleluia, Christ Is Alive!: SATB Choral Octavo

Arranged by Joel Raney

Item: 35-DS00417091
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 13
SKU: 35-DS00417091

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About the Arranger: Joel Raney

Joel Raney

Joel Raney's musical foundation was built on gospel idioms absorbed during his childhood in rural Alabama, a sensibility that permeates every arrangement he creates. After earning his degree in choral conducting from the University of North Alabama, he pursued advanced keyboard training at Juilliard, then spent decades writing for churches, concert halls, and commercial media. His catalog now exceeds 300 published works, and he serves as Editor at Hope Publishing while maintaining an active schedule as a clinician, recitalist, and church musician.

Raney's versatility across styles—from classical and jazz to Broadway production—has shaped his approach to choral writing. Whether composing original works or arranging existing material, he balances accessibility with musical substance, a skill honed through decades of writing commercial scores and conducting national tours. His output spans anthems, cantatas, musicals, handbell music, and instrumental pieces, all of which demonstrate his gift for making music that works in real rehearsal rooms with real singers.

Why we love this

Raney knows how to craft an Easter anthem that feels both celebratory and substantive without overwhelming a standard church or school choir. The gospel-influenced harmonic language and rhythmic vitality here make this a refreshing alternative to more conventional seasonal fare, while the four-part writing remains singable and satisfying for all voice sections.

What to expect

Joyful and spirited, grounded in the warmth of gospel tradition but shaped through the lens of a sophisticated arranger. The harmonic richness and rhythmic vitality create an atmosphere of celebration that feels earned rather than imposed.

Who it's for

Church and school choirs looking for an Easter piece that engages singers with contemporary harmonic language while remaining within reach of SATB ensembles of standard ability. The 13-page score suggests modest length and moderate difficulty, making it suitable for spring concerts and Easter services.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the harmonic progressions with intent; Raney's jazz-tinged voice leading benefits from singers who understand where chords are moving rather than simply hitting notes.
  • Keep the energy buoyant without rushing. The rhythmic swing of gospel-influenced music can invite faster tempos than intended; lock in a deliberate pulse early in rehearsal.
  • Let sopranos and tenors carry the melodic momentum during key phrases. Raney often reserves these lines for the upper voices, and supporting them with strong alto and bass harmony underneath creates a clearer texture.

How to use it

Reserve this for your Easter Sunday service or spring concert finale; its jubilant character and affirming text make it an ideal closing statement. If your choir is preparing multiple works for the season, this pairs well alongside more meditative arrangements, offering musical variety and tonal brightness.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing jazz-influenced harmonic progressions with clear voice leading
  • Maintaining rhythmic precision in gospel-inflected meters and syncopation
  • Balancing blend within four-part writing while projecting individual melodic lines
  • Responding to text painting and emotional arc across a complete anthem

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