Awake, My Soul!: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Heather Sorenson
Item: 35-PK00343596
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Description
Uses: Call to Worship, Commitment, General, Revival, Unity
Scripture: Psalm 57:8; Galatians 2:20
Leaping from the page like a great dance of praise, this delightful Heather Sorenson original is baptized in joy. Written in a driving Celtic style, this call to purpose for the church is an energizing opener to any worship gathering. The powerful appearance of "Crown Him with Many Crowns" is a memorable and impactful addition to this choral "tour de force." Truly inspired!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00343596
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About the Composer: Heather Sorenson
Heather Sorenson has built a reputation as a composer and arranger whose work spans both traditional and contemporary Christian music with equal fluency. Based in Dallas, Texas, she has seen her compositions performed across churches, universities, concert halls, and competitive festivals worldwide, while also earning commissions from institutions like Texas A&M University and Carnegie Hall for her oratorio EXODUS.
Beyond the page, Sorenson has shaped music education through teaching positions at Grace Academy of Dallas and Baylor University, and she remains active as a guest conductor and speaker at worship conferences and universities throughout the country. Her career reflects a commitment to both artistic creation and musical mentorship, a balance she continues to maintain while traveling as a lecturer and performing benefit concerts for nonprofit organizations.
Why we love this
Sorenson captures that rare quality of making a piece feel both celebratory and purposeful. The Celtic rhythmic energy gives your singers something immediate to latch onto, while the arrival of "Crown Him with Many Crowns" provides a moment of genuine musical substance that justifies the opening momentum. It works beautifully as a first piece because it energizes the room without demanding an hour of rehearsal to sound good.
What to expect
From the first measure, this piece bounds forward with the unmistakable swagger of Celtic dance, all brightness and forward motion. When "Crown Him with Many Crowns" arrives, the texture deepens and the character shifts toward reverence, creating a satisfying emotional arc that feels earned rather than imposed.
Who it's for
This works for any worship ensemble looking for an energizing call to worship that lands with both joy and substance. The Pak format gives directors flexibility in orchestration, making it accessible whether you have a full instrumental ensemble or a smaller supporting group.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the rhythmic drive early in rehearsal by having your accompanists establish the Celtic pulse before singers enter; once that groove sits firm, the melody and text will fall into place quickly.
- Balance the transition into "Crown Him with Many Crowns" by letting the tempo naturally breathe and allowing the harmonic language to shift noticeably. This shift is the payoff, so don't rush through it.
- Encourage articulation that matches the dance-like character of the opening; crisp consonants and light vowels in the fast passages will let the joy come through rather than disappearing into blur.
How to use it
Place this early in a worship service or concert when your audience's energy is fresh and receptive. The opening sets a tone of renewal and commitment, making it ideal for seasons of revival, new ministry initiatives, or any gathering centered on spiritual awakening and congregational unity.
Skills your students will build
- Singing in Celtic rhythmic style with driving pulse
- Transitions between contrasting harmonic and textural regions
- Balancing fast-moving passage work with clarity and precision
- Ensemble coordination with independent instrumental parts