Arise, Shine (Brass, Organ, and Percussion): Choral Instrumental Pak
By Dan Forrest
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Hal Leonard
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35-PK01739995
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About the Composer: Dan Forrest
Dan Forrest has established himself as one of the most prolific and performed composers of sacred choral music in contemporary worship and concert settings. His output spans liturgical settings, festival anthems, and large ensemble works that balance accessibility with genuine musical substance, making him a staple in churches and concert halls across North America and beyond.
Forrest's compositional voice centers on text painting and harmonic warmth, with orchestrations that enhance rather than overshadow the choir. His ability to write for diverse ensembles without sacrificing clarity or singability has made his scores go-to choices for directors seeking music that engages congregations and audiences alike.
Why we love this
Forrest's instrumentation here transforms a choral work into something architecturally ambitious without demanding virtuosity from either singers or players. The brass and organ writing provides genuine textural support while percussion choices punctuate the work's emotional arc rather than overwhelm it. You get a festival-ready piece that your volunteer or semi-professional ensemble can execute with real musical impact.
What to expect
The work unfolds with luminous confidence, building from introspective moments to passages of genuine jubilation. Forrest's harmonies feel both contemporary and warmly familiar, creating music that speaks to both the head and heart without sacrificing either.
Who it's for
Directors of mixed choirs seeking repertoire that pairs singable SATB writing with a fully realized instrumental sound. This works equally well in church settings with trained instrumentalists on staff and in concert choral programs where adding brass and percussion elevates a concert's second half.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the organ foundation against the brass; the organ should anchor harmony while brass adds color rather than volume
- Shape the choral phrasing independently of the accompaniment at first, then layer in instrumental parts so singers feel secure before considering blend and balance
- Rehearse brass and percussion together before combining them with choir; coordinate attacks and releases so instrumental entrances feel orchestrated rather than added
- Reserve full dynamic range for climactic moments; most of the work benefits from a more restrained approach that lets the text breathe
How to use it
This pairs naturally on a concert program with smaller a cappella motets or service music, where its instrumental forces and scale provide contrast and anchor the second half of your program. It also serves as a natural processional or recessional in liturgical contexts where your ensemble includes working brass and percussion players.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing choral blend against instrumental textures
- Reading and responding to organ accompaniment patterns
- Phrasing across longer harmonic progressions
- Sustaining vocal lines while pitched percussion or mallet parts articulate the underlying pulse