Entertain the Angels: Choral Instrumental Pak
Item: 35-PK00481703
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This may be one of the most unique choral anthems your choir will ever sing! A delicate ballad reminds the listener of the importance to live humbly and in service to God's creation. Brimming with honesty and spiritual encouragement, the text compels us toward a more genuine Christ-like life. A natural melodic contour joins with expressive yet easily attainable harmonies, creating beauty and freeing the singer to truly worship through the song's message. Score and Parts (vn, vc, perc, syn) available as a digital download.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00481703
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Why we love this
The text here cuts straight to the spiritual core without sentimentality, which means your choir engages with genuine theology rather than surface-level piety. The instrumental writing supports voices without overwhelming them, letting the message land clearly while the orchestration adds subtle depth that rewards careful listening.
What to expect
The delicate ballad quality creates intimate space for reflection, allowing the message about living humbly to resonate without grandeur or drama. Expressive harmonies deepen the emotional sincerity without demanding extreme vocal range or technique.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking repertoire with theological substance and accessible vocal writing will find this genuinely useful. It works equally well for advanced high school programs and adult church choirs that value integrity in both text and music.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape phrases toward the text's meaning rather than musical cadences; the natural melodic contour supports this approach, so trust the line to guide your interpretation.
- Balance the ensemble during instrumental sections by using the string parts to establish harmonic color while keeping synthesis as textural support rather than lead voice.
- Encourage singers to connect their physical posture and breath to the spiritual themes; humility and service live in the body as much as the voice.
How to use it
This fits naturally into a service of lessons and carols, a Lenten or Advent season program, or a concert built around themes of spiritual practice and discipleship. The instrumental pak makes it ideal when you want to feature your choir's voices alongside chamber musicians from your community or school.
Skills your students will build
- Connecting lyrical content to musical phrase shape and pacing
- Balancing with live instrumental ensembles
- Reading and performing expressive harmonic writing at accessible ranges
- Sustaining spiritual focus across longer ballad forms