Christ Is Risen, He Is Risen Indeed (arr. James Koerts): SATB Choral Octavo
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Christ Is Risen, He Is Risen Indeed (arr. James Koerts): SATB Choral Octavo

By Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty and Ed Cash / Arranged by James Koerts

Item: 35-DS00729256
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 11
SKU: 35-DS00729256

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About the Composer: Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty and Ed Cash

Keith Getty is a Northern Irish songwriter and performer whose modern hymn writing has reshaped contemporary sacred music. Alongside his wife Kristyn and collaborator Ed Cash, Getty has created numerous songs that blend traditional hymnody with accessible melodies, earning recognition across denominational lines. His work appears in worship settings worldwide, from intimate congregations to major festivals, and reflects a commitment to writing singable, theologically grounded music for modern congregations.

Why we love this

James Koerts' arrangement captures the triumphant proclamation of Easter with musical substance that never condescends. The setting sits comfortably for volunteer choirs while offering enough harmonic interest to keep singers engaged through multiple verses, and the straightforward text underscores makes it easy for congregations to follow along if you're using this in a hybrid worship context.

What to expect

The piece carries the joy and certainty of Easter proclamation without sentimentality. Koerts' harmonic language feels contemporary and direct, grounded in the Celtic sensibility of Getty's melodic writing, creating a sound that feels both timeless and present.

Who it's for

This arrangement works for church choirs of all experience levels preparing Easter services, community choirs tackling sacred repertoire, and high school or college ensembles wanting accessible yet meaningful Easter programming. The 11-page score suggests modest length, making it feasible for groups with limited rehearsal time.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the harmony to emphasize the 'He is risen indeed' refrain by bringing out inner voices; this affirmation benefits from clarity rather than blend.
  • Balance tempo with the text's declarative nature. The conviction should come through pacing, not frantic speed.
  • Let soloists or a smaller group introduce the melody first if your full choir is less secure; a confident opening creates momentum for the full ensemble entry.

How to use it

Open an Easter service or spring concert with this to establish immediate emotional focus, or place it strategically in a program of contrasting Easter works to anchor the theological center. Its affirmative text and accessible length also suit it for community or ecumenical events where theological clarity matters.

Skills your students will build

  • Balancing solo and ensemble textures within a single piece
  • Sustaining steady harmonic rhythm and supporting inner voices
  • Interpreting contemporary sacred music with appropriate reverence and energy
  • Sight-reading SATB voicings with clear harmonic function

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