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Faith: 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo

As performed by Stevie Wonder / As performed by Ariana Grande / As performed by Stevie Wonder feat. Ariana Grande / Arranged by Mark Brymer

Item: 35-DS00380001

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 11
SKU: 35-DS00380001

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About the Artist: Stevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder stands as one of the most influential musicians of the past fifty years, a master of melody, harmony, and orchestration whose work spans soul, funk, pop, and R&B. Blind since infancy, he learned multiple instruments and developed an ear so precise that he arranges and produces much of his own music, setting a standard for artistic autonomy in popular music. His catalog includes some of the most recorded songs in history, and his influence on contemporary artists like Ariana Grande demonstrates the lasting power of his songwriting.

Why we love this

Mark Brymer's arrangement captures the spiritual warmth and contemporary polish of the original without losing the song's emotional core. The 3-part mixed voicing stays accessible while preserving the sophisticated harmonic language that makes this song resonate across generations. It's exactly the kind of modern spiritual that gives your choir genuine depth without requiring advanced technique.

What to expect

Uplifting and grounded at once. The song radiates quiet confidence and optimism, built on a foundation of soulful harmony that feels both modern and timeless. There's gentleness here, but also resilience.

Who it's for

Choirs seeking contemporary material with substance. Singers at the middle school and high school level will find the voicing manageable, while the harmonic vocabulary keeps the experience musically satisfying. This works equally well for secular community choirs and school ensembles looking to expand beyond standard pop arrangements.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melody phrases with attention to the song's lyrical intent; this arrangement rewards singers who connect the text to genuine feeling rather than technical precision.
  • Balance the three parts so that the harmonic color builds gradually rather than sounding thick from the first chord. Let it breathe.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment to lock in the groove, but encourage singers to find the human elasticity within the beat. Rigidity will kill the soul of this piece.

How to use it

Pair this with other contemporary spirituals or inspirational pieces to create a thematic set that resonates with current audiences. It also stands beautifully as a concert closer, offering a moment of reflection without requiring an elaborate staging. Consider programming it in the spring when concert themes often turn toward hope and renewal.

Skills your students will build

  • Balancing three independent vocal lines in close harmony
  • Maintaining groove and rhythmic accuracy in a contemporary style
  • Connecting lyrical content to vocal interpretation and dynamics
  • Hearing and executing jazz-influenced chord changes
  • Blending soul and pop stylistic elements in a single piece

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