And Glory Shone Around: SAB Choral Octavo
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And Glory Shone Around: SAB Choral Octavo

As performed by Nahum Tate / As performed by Diane Hannibal / Arranged by Jon Paige

Item: 35-DS00288632
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 2
SKU: 35-DS00288632

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About the Artist: Nahum Tate

Nahum Tate (1652-1715) was an English poet and lyricist whose work shaped congregational singing for generations. He collaborated with Nicholas Brady on the New Version of the Psalms, a collection that brought contemporary poetic language to worship and became foundational to English hymnody. His texts remain central to choral literature because they balance theological depth with singable melodic lines.

Why we love this

Jon Paige's arrangement opens this hymn text to SAB choirs without sacrificing the dignity of Tate's language or the strength of the harmonic foundation. The two-page format makes it accessible for ensembles building confidence in part-singing, while the arrangement rewards careful attention to voice leading and text projection.

What to expect

The piece carries warmth and affirmation. Tate's text about divine light and glory finds expression through clear harmonic progressions that feel inevitable rather than complicated, creating a sense of gentle uplift rather than dramatic gesture.

Who it's for

This arrangement serves choirs developing three-part singing skills, whether you're working with a smaller ensemble or introducing mixed voicing gradually. It works equally well for church musicians seeking accessible hymn settings and school choirs looking for repertoire with textual substance.

How to get the most out of it

  • Anchor the piece with a steady, singing tone in the middle voice; SAB writing depends on the alto line supporting both the soprano melody and bass foundation.
  • Shape the text phrases naturally rather than mechanically. Hymn texts deserve the same interpretive attention you'd give to any other choral music.
  • Let the harmony breathe at cadences. The final moments especially benefit from slight space that allows the resolution to register with the listener.
  • Balance the soprano against the combined weight of alto and bass. The melody should sing forward without forcing.

How to use it

Pair this with other hymn-based settings to build a thematic program around light, hope, or seasonal celebration. Its modest page count makes it ideal for a shorter concert segment or as a strong closer that leaves audiences with memorable text and melody.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading three-part choral writing with independent alto voicing
  • Sustaining longer note values and phrase shapes in hymnic style
  • Balancing voice parts to support ensemble blend
  • Singing with text clarity and natural phrasing
  • Understanding harmonic function through traditional progression

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