Bless The Lord: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Don Poythress / By Jared Anderson / By Anthony Skinner / By Heather Land / Arranged by Richard Kingsmore
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About the Composer: Don Poythress
Don Poythress has established himself as a composer and arranger with a gift for writing accessible sacred music that engages both singers and audiences. His work balances contemporary sensibilities with strong harmonic writing, making his pieces natural fits for church choirs and concert ensembles seeking repertoire that feels fresh without sacrificing musical substance.
Why we love this
This collaboration brings together multiple voices in contemporary sacred writing, resulting in an anthem that feels both urgent and joyful. The orchestral accompaniment elevates what could be a simple choral piece into something genuinely concert-worthy, giving your singers real instrumental support to sing against.
What to expect
Celebratory and affirming, with moments of reverent beauty woven throughout. The text calls listeners into a corporate act of praise, and the orchestration reinforces that communal feeling through rich harmonic support and instrumental color that honors both the singers and the sacred text.
Who it's for
Concert choirs, church ensembles, and worship bands looking for contemporary sacred music with orchestral depth. This works equally well for a formal spring concert or a special service, and the professional arrangement makes it suitable for choirs with intermediate to advanced capabilities.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the vocal parts against the orchestral texture by careful dynamic shaping in rehearsal; the arrangement's richness can easily cover lighter voices if you're not intentional about blend.
- Mark the structural moments where the text shifts from personal reflection to proclamation, as these transitions benefit from slight tempo flexibility and dynamic contrast.
- Give your soloists (if the arrangement includes them) early rehearsal priority so they can lock in their lines before you integrate the full choir.
- The four-minute duration demands consistent energy; work on maintaining textual clarity and forward motion, especially through any repeated sections.
How to use it
Place this as a powerful centerpiece on a mixed concert program, or use it to anchor the final moments of a worship service where its message of blessing and proclamation leaves a lasting impression. The four-minute length sits comfortably between shorter opening pieces and extended choral works, giving your program natural pacing.
Skills your students will build
- Singing with sustained energy over a full four-minute arc
- Balancing choral parts against rich orchestral accompaniment
- Interpreting contemporary harmonic language
- Coordinating text clarity with ensemble sound
- Responding to dynamic and timbral cues from instrumental forces