Christmas Hymn: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Amy Grant / Arranged by Keith Christopher
Item: 35-PK00291033
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Description
Uses: Christmas
Scripture: John 1:1-5; I Corinthians 1:4-9; Philippians 2:5-11
From Amy Grant's debut Christmas album came this musical telling of Christ's coming as a Child in the manger and His redeeming work in our lives. Keith Christopher has provided the perfect framework for this Christmas favorite in this elegant and refined setting.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00291033
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About the Artist: Amy Grant
Amy Grant emerged as a defining voice in contemporary Christian music during the 1980s, blending pop sensibilities with faith-centered songwriting. Her 1983 debut album "Age to Age" established her as a artist capable of reaching both church and secular audiences, setting the stage for her Christmas recordings that would become seasonal staples in many homes and worship spaces.
Why we love this
Keith Christopher's arrangement captures the warmth and accessibility of Grant's original while giving it the structural sophistication that choral singers crave. The layering of Christmas Scripture throughout transforms this into something that functions equally well as a concert feature or a worship moment, making programming decisions easier without sacrificing musical substance.
What to expect
Luminous and reflective, with the quality of candlelight filtered through stained glass. The music unfolds with quiet reverence before opening into moments of genuine joy, never veering toward saccharine or overwrought sentiment.
Who it's for
Choral directors seeking a substantive holiday selection that speaks to both younger singers and experienced ensembles. This works for church choirs, community choruses, and school programs that want something contemporary without sacrificing musicianship.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the narrative arc across the three Scripture passages; resist pushing the dynamic range too early, saving your crescendos for the redemptive themes in Philippians.
- Let the instrumental accompaniment breathe in the quieter passages rather than filling every space with vocal intensity; Grant's original thrives on restraint.
- Shape phrases toward the text rather than toward mechanical beat divisions; this arrangement rewards attention to how the lyrics land within each measure.
How to use it
Pair this with more traditional Christmas hymns to create a program that honors both heritage repertoire and modern expressions of the season. It also serves beautifully as a closing piece for a holiday service or concert, offering resolution and warmth after more energetic selections.
Skills your students will build
- Singing sustained legit passages with dynamic control
- Interpreting text from multiple Scripture passages within a single piece
- Balancing blend in divisi sections
- Working with recorded instrumental accompaniment and matching its phrasing