Fanfare and Concertato on "The Church's One Foundation": Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Samuel Sebastian Wesley / As performed by Jon Paige / As performed by Samuel J. Stone / As performed by Samuel S. Wesley / Arranged by Brad Nix
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Description
Uses: Reformation, Hymn Arrangement, General, Concert, Church Anniversary
Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23; Ephesians 4:4-6
Ideal for church heritage services, this treasured song of the faith will invigorate congregational participation. Featuring a fanfare opening, an attractive a cappella verse and a lofty descant, this regal anthem can also be supported by the optional brass, handbells and percussion. Impressive! Score and parts (tpt 1-2. tbn 1-2, timp) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download. Parts for handbells (3 octaves) available as a digital download.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00311244
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About the Artist: Samuel Sebastian Wesley
Samuel Sebastian Wesley stands as one of the 19th century's most significant English church composers. His output of nearly 300 anthems and services established him as a cornerstone of Anglican choral music, and his harmonic language shaped generations of cathedral musicians.
Wesley's gift for combining sturdy melodic lines with sophisticated chromatic harmony makes his works enduringly teachable. His music demands genuine musicianship from singers and instrumentalists alike, rewarding careful preparation with emotional and spiritual depth.
Why we love this
Brad Nix's arrangement transforms a beloved hymn into something that feels both fresh and reverent, opening with a sharp brass fanfare that immediately commands attention before settling into an intimate a cappella passage. The optional instrumentation lets you shape the piece to your resources: stripped down, it serves smaller chapels and chamber settings; fully realized with handbells and percussion, it becomes a processional statement worthy of major liturgical occasions.
What to expect
Stately and assured, with a pageantry that feels earned rather than imposed. The arrangement moves between public ceremony (the opening fanfare, the full ensemble passages) and intimate devotion (the a cappella verse), creating space for reflection without losing momentum.
Who it's for
Church musicians planning heritage services, reformation observances, or anniversaries will find this arrangement speaks directly to congregational memory and emotional investment. It also suits concert choirs seeking a hymn-based work that balances accessibility with musical substance.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the fanfare rhythms with the trumpet section in rehearsal before introducing the choir. Lock the articulations and ensure the brass entrance cuts through without overshadowing the choir's entry.
- Balance the a cappella verse carefully; this vulnerability demands excellent breath control and intonation from all parts. Work phrase by phrase rather than running through in long stretches.
- Feature a confident soprano soloist or a small group on the descant. The loftiness works only when those voices sit comfortably and sing with authority, not strain.
- If using handbells and percussion, rehearse them separately with a click track first. They anchor the piece's ceremonial quality but can muddy the texture if entries feel uncertain.
How to use it
Position this as a centerpiece for services celebrating church history, denominational heritage, or the power of congregational song. Its moderate length makes it ideal for pairing with a shorter opening or closing piece, and the flexible instrumentation means it adapts gracefully whether your ensemble is modest or robust.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing a cappella intonation across multiple voice parts
- Rhythmic precision in fanfare writing and articulation
- Singing a descant while tracking harmonic movement beneath it
- Coordinating with optional instrumental and percussion parts