Be Kind: SATB Choral Octavo
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Be Kind: SATB Choral Octavo

By Pepper Choplin

Item: 35-DS01660125
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 11
SKU: 35-DS01660125

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About the Composer: Pepper Choplin

Pepper Choplin

Pepper Choplin studied composition at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth after earning his Bachelor of Music from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. His catalog now includes over two hundred anthems and seven choral musicals, drawing from a career that spans church music direction, theme park performance, and everything from rock to classical to bluegrass.

Choplin's work as Minister of Music at Greystone Baptist Church in Raleigh, North Carolina keeps him rooted in the realities of congregational singing and worship. He travels nationally as a composer, clinician, and conductor, known for blending inspirational and humorous material that moves audiences to both laughter and tears. His creative mission centers on crafting music that invites genuine worship experiences.

Why we love this

Choplin's gift for setting accessible, singable lines over meaningful text shows in every phrase. This piece carries real spiritual weight without demanding technical gymnastics, making it practical for churches and school choirs alike who want to sing something with substance.

What to expect

Direct and heartfelt. The piece speaks to listeners with clarity and warmth, inviting them into a space of reflection rather than spectacle. There's an intimacy here that comes from honest musical language and uncluttered texture.

Who it's for

Churches building their anthem library, school choirs programming sacred music, and any ensemble seeking accessible SATB writing that doesn't sacrifice emotional truth. The piece works well for groups of intermediate ability who are ready to explore repertoire beyond basics but need singable material.

How to get the most out of it

  • Let the text drive your interpretation; Choplin's words deserve time to land with your singers and listeners.
  • Keep the harmonic palette transparent so the message stays front and center rather than buried under thick textures.
  • Balance soprano and alto lines carefully in passages where they share melodic responsibility.

How to use it

Pair this with other brief, focused anthems in a worship service or concert where you want pieces that land emotionally rather than display technical prowess. Its spiritual clarity makes it an excellent anchor for programs exploring themes of compassion or social justice.

Skills your students will build

  • SATB voice independence and blend in four-part writing
  • Interpreting text with musical sensitivity
  • Sustaining legit phrasing through longer melodic lines

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