Faith (arr. Kohl Kitzmiller): SATB Choral Octavo

Kohl Kitzmiller's arrangement captures the emotional center of this song without leaning into barbershop cliché. The voicing sits naturally in the SATB range, making it accessible without sacrificing the harmonic interest that keeps singers engaged through eleven pages of music.

Introspective and confessional, with moments of quiet intensity. The arrangement honors the song's original emotional vulnerability while giving choral singers the harmonic texture that makes ensemble singing rewarding.

Choirs looking for contemporary repertoire that sounds sophisticated without demanding advanced vocal technique. This works well for groups wanting to program something with immediate musical recognition alongside more classical selections.

• Balance the melody through phrases rather than locking it to a single voice part. The arrangement likely distributes thematic material, so sectional awareness prevents the line from sounding disjointed.
• Shape dynamics across the entire arc, not just within individual verses. This song benefits from building momentum toward its emotional peak rather than treating each section as isolated.
• Listen to how space between phrases matters as much as the phrases themselves. Strategic breath placement can enhance the song's vulnerability.

Position this in a set exploring pop songwriting, or use it as a contrast piece within a more traditional program. It also serves well for spring or end-of-year concerts where contemporary material connects with your audience's broader musical experience.

• Singing contemporary pop repertoire with choral precision
• Managing sustained emotional expression across extended phrases
• Balancing part independence with unified ensemble sound
• Interpreting text with nuance in a non-classical context