Dream With Me: Choral Instrumental Pak
By David Foster / By Linda Thompson / By Jacqueline Evancho / As performed by Jackie Evancho / Arranged by John Purifoy
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She's the little girl with the extraordinary voice! This title track from Jackie Evancho's debut album will be a fantastic selection for choirs of all ages, creating a mesmerizing atmosphere that will enchant your audience! Duration: ca. 3:25.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00197235
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About the Composer: David Foster
David Foster stands among the most prolific and successful music producers of the last four decades, with an output spanning pop, R&B, rock, and classical crossover styles. His work as a composer, arranger, and producer has shaped the sound of countless recordings, earning him multiple Grammy Awards and an enduring influence across genres. For music educators, Foster's catalog offers sophisticated harmonic language and accessible melodic writing that engages both performers and audiences.
Why we love this
Purifoy's arrangement captures the luminous, soaring quality that made this track iconic, and he's crafted the string accompaniment to sit beautifully beneath vocal lines without overwhelming them. The piece works equally well as a showcase for an advanced choir or as a concert moment that connects with audiences of all ages. Its contemporary inspirational character feels fresh on a program without demanding extreme technical demands.
What to expect
Hushed and intimate despite its orchestral backdrop, the piece creates an atmosphere of quiet wonder. The string writing bathes the vocal line in warmth, inviting listeners into a reflective, almost sacred space that feels both modern and timeless.
Who it's for
This arrangement serves choirs spanning middle school through community and professional levels. Directors seeking contemporary material that speaks to younger singers and their families will find an immediate connection here, while mature choirs appreciate the emotional maturity and polished production quality.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the vulnerability of the opening phrases by asking singers to sing into the strings rather than projecting over them; let the accompaniment wrap around the voice.
- Shape the arc carefully across the full 3:25. Identify the emotional peak and build toward it gradually, avoiding a plateau that dulls the climax.
- Work the string accompaniment separately in sectional rehearsals to ensure rhythmic precision, especially in any syncopated passages that support the vocal line.
- Record a full run-through with the accompaniment track and listen back as an ensemble. Most singers will hear intonation and blend issues differently when singing with rich orchestration.
How to use it
Program this as a centerpiece moment on a concert rather than as an opener or closer. It works especially well on programs that mix classical and contemporary styles, offering a bridge between worlds. The piece also pairs naturally with other inspirational selections or with repertoire celebrating youth performers.
Skills your students will build
- Singing with consistent tone across a wide range within an accompaniment that changes harmonically
- Shaping phrases idiomatically across longer musical lines
- Balancing ensemble blend when singing with rich orchestral textures
- Responding to accompanimental cues and following conductor shape with instrumental support