Crown Him Lord Of All (with All Hail The Power Of Jesus' Name): SATB Choral Octavo
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Crown Him Lord Of All (with All Hail The Power Of Jesus' Name): SATB Choral Octavo

By Oliver Holden / By Robert Sterling / By Edward Perronet

Item: 35-DS01558950
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 13
SKU: 35-DS01558950

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About the Composer: Oliver Holden

Oliver Holden (1765-1844) was an American composer, organist, and music publisher whose work shaped early hymn traditions in New England. A largely self-taught musician, Holden composed numerous sacred pieces and compiled important collections that made music education accessible to rural churches and singing schools across the young United States.

Holden's contribution to American music extends beyond composition to his role as a cultural ambassador for musical literacy. His settings of hymn texts remain pedagogically valuable because they balance singability with harmonic interest, making them ideal vehicles for teaching voice leading and ensemble blend.

Why we love this

This arrangement taps into one of the most enduring hymn melodies in English-language sacred music while giving choirs genuine four-part writing that doesn't sacrifice accessibility. The pairing of two texts that share theological ground creates a unique programming moment that feels both reverent and powerful.

What to expect

The music radiates confidence and joy without resorting to bombast. Rich harmonic textures create warmth and depth, while the text's proclamatory language gives singers an opportunity to sing with genuine conviction. There is both intimacy in the ensemble work and strength in moments of full-voiced declaration.

Who it's for

This setting serves SATB choirs of all experience levels who want accessible yet musically substantial Easter or general sacred repertoire. It works equally well in church services, concert programming, or educational settings where singers need to develop secure harmonic understanding.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the alto line carefully in the opening phrases; it carries essential harmonic support and deserves clarity without overwhelming the soprano melody.
  • Shape each phrase with gentle dynamic arcs rather than maintaining a single volume throughout; hymn singing gains eloquence from subtle breathing and musical phrasing.
  • Establish vertical alignment in the homophonic sections first, then layer in independence where it exists, so all four parts understand how they support the harmonic foundation.
  • Allow the text to dictate articulation choices; 'Crown Him' calls for conviction, while 'All Hail' benefits from spaciousness and reverence.

How to use it

Anchor an Easter or spring concert with this as a centerpiece that allows audiences to recognize the beloved melody while experiencing a fresh harmonic interpretation. It pairs naturally with lighter sacred works or contemporary hymn settings that also blend tradition with skilled arranging.

Skills your students will build

  • Four-part SATB voice independence within hymn-based harmony
  • Singing sustained lines without sacrificing the text's meaning
  • Understanding functional harmony through direct harmonic analysis
  • Balancing homophonic and polyphonic textures within a single work
  • Ensemble intonation and blend in vertical sonorities

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