Call To Remembrance (from "harvest Of Sorrows"): Choral Instrumental Pak
By Joseph Martin
Item: 35-PK00251852
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The drama and emotion of the Last Supper is on full display in this dramatic anthem from the best-selling cantata "Harvest of Sorrows." An important solo theatrically becomes the voice of the Savior as he celebrates the Passover with his chosen disciples. The choir provides sonorous underpinnings giving the work a sense of scope and power. Duration: ca. 4:34.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00251852
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About the Composer: Joseph Martin
Joseph Martin has established himself as one of the most prolific and performed choral composers in contemporary Christian music. His output spans sacred anthems, full-length cantatas, and concert works that balance accessibility with genuine musical substance, making him a staple in church music programs and school choral repertoires across North America.
Martin's compositional approach prioritizes the performer and the listener equally. His works often feature memorable melodic lines, singable ranges, and orchestrations that enhance rather than overshadow the choir, which explains why pieces from his catalogs like 'Harvest of Sorrows' achieve both artistic credibility and widespread adoption.
Why we love this
The theatrical framing of this solo moment captures something essential about the Last Supper narrative that purely choral approaches often miss. Positioning the Savior's voice as a dramatic solo creates an intimacy and directness that lands emotionally with singers and audiences alike, while the choir's rich harmonic foundation gives the scene its gravity and liturgical weight.
What to expect
Reverent and deeply theatrical. The music unfolds with liturgical solemnity while the solo voice brings vulnerability and presence to the Savior's words. There is weight here, not grandeur for its own sake, but rather the quiet power of a moment set apart from ordinary time.
Who it's for
This work suits choral programs seeking to program sacred music with dramatic substance, particularly those building Maundy Thursday or Palm Sunday services. It also works well for concert choirs wanting to include meaningful Christian repertoire that doesn't rely on massive forces or technical extremes.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the solo line with careful attention to text inflection; the soloist should inhabit the role rather than simply deliver melody, allowing the gravity of the moment to inform phrasing and breath placement.
- Balance the choir's sonorous undertones so they support without overwhelming the solo voice. Think of them as a compassionate Greek chorus rather than a full ensemble presence.
- Take advantage of dynamic contrast between the solo passages and choral sections to heighten the drama. The shift in texture itself becomes a musical statement about perspective and witness.
How to use it
Use this as a centerpiece for a service focused on Christ's final acts and words, or program it as part of a longer passion or Holy Week presentation. It pairs naturally with other movements or works from 'Harvest of Sorrows' if you're building a full cantata experience, or it stands alone as a complete dramatic statement within a more general concert program.
Skills your students will build
- Dramatic text interpretation and emotional ownership of solo lines
- Ensemble balance between featured soloist and choral accompaniment
- Understanding of liturgical context and musical reverence
- Choral blend and sustained vowel production in block harmonies