For All That You Are: Choral Instrumental Pak
By James Koerts
Item: 35-PK00251766
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The cheerful lilt of 6/8 infuses this creative offering with a pleasing spirit that hints at a Celtic folksong. Filled with worshipful proclamations of God's graceful ministry, this anthem is a confident statement of faith. Ideally suited for general programming, your choir will be encouraged by the thoughtful part writing and the supportive piano accompaniment. Adding the colorful consort instrumental option creates another layer of joyful expression. Duration: ca. 2:48
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00251766
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About the Composer: James Koerts
James Koerts draws his compositional voice directly from his work as a worship leader and keyboard artist at Mikado Baptist Church in Macon, Georgia. His commitment to creating music that serves congregational worship informs every piece he writes, whether for choir, solo piano, or instrumental ensemble. With a growing catalog of published works and arrangements, Koerts has established himself as a composer deeply invested in the local church's musical life.
Beyond composition, Koerts channels his passion for hymn-based music through his Wondrous Hymns series and his recent recording "Wondrous Love," which features orchestral arrangements of his work. He and his wife, Beth, remain active in their church community, where they lead Bible study for young married couples. You can explore more of his work at www.koertsmusic.com.
Why we love this
Koerts understands what makes a sacred piece both theologically substantive and genuinely enjoyable to sing. The 6/8 meter feels natural rather than gimmicky, and the part writing never sacrifices musicality for simplicity. When you add the optional instrumental consort, you gain a piece that scales beautifully across different performance contexts without requiring drastically different arrangements.
What to expect
Bright and affirming, like sunlight through stained glass. The 6/8 meter creates a gentle forward momentum that feels both peaceful and confident, while the harmonic language suggests familiar folksong without becoming derivative. There's a spiritual sincerity beneath the cheerful surface that encourages singers to engage with the text rather than simply display technique.
Who it's for
This works equally well for church choirs, community choruses, and school concert programs seeking sacred repertoire with genuine musical substance. The moderate difficulty makes it accessible for volunteer singers while maintaining enough craft to respect experienced musicians. The optional instrumental parts let you scale the production to match your resources.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the 6/8 lilt emerge naturally from the text rather than forcing a bouncy feel. The folksong character works best when the rhythm feels conversational.
- Balance the keyboard accompaniment so it supports without overwhelming; this piece thrives on clarity of the choral lines.
- Rehearse the instrumental parts early if you're using the consort option. The added color should feel integrated, not layered on top.
- Shape the text with attention to the worshipful content. The melody will follow naturally when singers understand what they're proclaiming.
How to use it
This sits naturally in a spring concert or Easter program, though the general sacred focus works well year-round. Consider pairing it with unaccompanied pieces to showcase the consort arrangement as a textural highlight. It also serves as an accessible entry point for introducing your group to sacred choral writing if you're building a varied repertoire.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and maintaining 6/8 meter with natural phrasing rather than mechanical subdivision
- Balancing blend and clarity when text carries theological weight
- Responding to text inflection while sustaining musical line
- Ensemble coordination with instrumental accompaniment and optional consort parts