Call You By Name: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Heather Sorenson
Item: 35-PK00424192
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There is an impressive depth of expression in this anthem that is inspiring to the believer. The constant presence and provision of Almighty God is an ideal accompaniment to the Lenten journey. The music is layered, lovely and lush, rising and falling in long lines of melodic beauty. Some division of the voices and a powerful piano part add depth of sound during climactic moments. The anthem ends in peace with the gentle reminder that God calls us His own! Worshipful!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00424192
More about this title
About the Composer: Heather Sorenson
Heather Sorenson has built an international reputation as a composer and arranger whose works span sacred and secular settings, from church choirs to university stages and prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall. Based in Dallas, her gift for bridging traditional and contemporary musical languages has become her defining artistic voice; she moves between genres with the fluency most composers spend lifetimes developing.
Beyond composition, Sorenson has shaped the field through teaching at Grace Academy, adjunct work at Baylor University, and consistent involvement in workshops and master classes across America. She remains active as a guest conductor and lecturer at worship conferences while maintaining a prolific commission schedule. Her commitment to community extends to benefit concert work for nonprofit organizations, reflecting a career built on both artistic excellence and service.
Why we love this
Sorenson layers this anthem with genuine textural sophistication that doesn't demand unreasonable vocalization from your singers. The piano part carries real weight during climactic passages, giving your accompanist something to sink their teeth into while the choral writing remains singable across mixed ability levels. Programming this piece during Lenten season creates a natural liturgical anchor that still feels fresh rather than predictable.
What to expect
The anthem unfolds like a conversation between the choral lines and a sympathetic piano voice, each supporting the other through moments of questioning and affirmation. Long melodic arcs create a sense of journeying through something larger than yourself, culminating in a quiet recognition of being known and held.
Who it's for
This works for church choirs seeking substantive sacred repertoire with accessible vocal writing, as well as high school and college ensembles exploring contemporary Christian music. Your accompanist will appreciate the demanding and rewarding piano part.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the layered voicing during the anthem's swelling moments by letting individual lines breathe before bringing them together; too much vertical compression flattens the melodic beauty that drives the piece.
- Work with your pianist on the texture and weight of the accompaniment, especially where it supports climactic moments. This isn't background music; it's a full partner in the soundscape.
- Shape the final section deliberately. The "gentle reminder" ending requires restraint and space; rushing the resolution undercuts the peace Sorenson has carefully constructed.
How to use it
Place this as a substantial mid-program piece during a Lenten service or concert, where its thematic resonance grounds the larger arc of the service. It pairs well with shorter, simpler hymnic material on either side, allowing the layered complexity of this anthem to stand out without oversaturation.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining long melodic phrases while maintaining breath control and legit tone
- Balancing individual vocal lines within dense harmonic textures
- Responding to piano-choral dialogue and responding to accompaniment cues
- Interpreting sacred text with emotional authenticity without overwrought delivery