An Easter Call To Praise (arr. Stacey Nordmeyer) (Brass/Timpani): Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Stacey Nordmeyer
Item: 35-PK01356897
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An impressive Easter opener, this arrangement employs voices, handbells and brass in a quintessential gesture of praise! An antique hymn tune is given a bright new role in this approachable setting, presented with well-crafted parts for choirs of any size and ability.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01356897
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About the Arranger: Stacey Nordmeyer
Stacey Nordmeyer brings a gift for reimagining familiar hymn tunes in fresh, accessible arrangements that work across ensemble sizes. Her arrangements balance choral writing that accommodates singers of varying experience with instrumental parts that engage brass and percussion musicians without excessive technical demands.
Nordmeyer's work appears frequently in church and school programs, particularly for seasonal celebrations where her arrangements honor traditional repertoire while adding contemporary energy and color.
Why we love this
This arrangement transforms a well-loved hymn into a genuine ensemble event, bringing together choral voices, handbells, and brass in ways that feel both celebratory and musically coherent. The writing respects the abilities of typical church and school choirs while giving brass players meaningful contributions that matter to the overall sound, making it genuinely rewarding for mixed-ability groups to perform together.
What to expect
Bright and affirming, with the warmth of a familiar tune meeting the contemporary energy of brass color and bell shimmer. The piece radiates genuine celebration without sacrificing the dignity of its hymn foundation.
Who it's for
Directors seeking a confident, polished Easter opener that engages the entire ensemble from choir through brass and percussion. This works equally well for church services, school concerts, and festival programs where you need something festive but grounded in hymn tradition.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the handbells carefully against the brass; they should add shimmer and texture rather than compete for attention with the main harmonic material.
- Let the antique hymn tune shine in its opening statement before layering in the fuller orchestration; this creates a satisfying arc from simple to complex.
- Coordinate with your brass section on the rhythmic gestures that support the choral phrasing, so instrumental punctuation reinforces rather than interrupts vocal lines.
- Shape the dynamic arc of the piece across its full length instead of treating each section as isolated; this maintains forward momentum and prevents the arrangement from feeling sectional.
How to use it
Open an Easter service or spring concert with this to establish a tone of joy and unity. It also pairs naturally with other seasonal choral works, providing a congregational or all-ensemble moment that makes audiences feel included in the celebration.
Skills your students will build
- Blending voices and instruments in unified phrasing
- Reading simple brass parts in concert pitch
- Coordinating ensemble rhythm across multiple instrumental families
- Sustaining long melodic lines while accompanying handbell textures enter