For You I Live: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Ken Reynolds
Item: 35-PK00119320
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This song written and arranged by Ken Reynolds declares the greatness of God, and is a powerful way to proclaim our faithfulness and devotion to Him. This gospel arrangement is easy to learn and great to sing. Duration: ca. 5:00.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00119320
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About the Composer: Ken Reynolds
Ken Reynolds is a composer and arranger whose work spans contemporary sacred and gospel music. His arrangements prioritize accessibility without sacrificing musical integrity, making his pieces valuable resources for choirs seeking repertoire that engages singers while remaining performance-ready within reasonable rehearsal timelines.
Why we love this
Reynolds has crafted an arrangement that balances a direct spiritual message with genuinely singable vocal writing. The orchestral accompaniment provides harmonic richness and textural support that lifts the piece beyond simple congregational singing, giving your ensemble a full concert sound without requiring extensive rehearsal time.
What to expect
The piece radiates confident faith through its gospel-inflected harmonic language and straightforward melodic writing. The five-minute duration creates space for the message to unfold without rushing, allowing both singers and listeners to experience the declaration of devotion as something earned rather than asserted.
Who it's for
This arrangement works for choirs of modest size and mixed abilities who want to sing meaningful sacred repertoire with genuine orchestral support. It's accessible enough for community or church ensembles while remaining substantial enough for competitive or concert settings.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the choir's blend against the orchestral accompaniment by rehearsing sections with accompaniment early. Pay particular attention to moments where the orchestra carries harmonic or rhythmic weight that the choir needs to lock into.
- Shape the declaration of faith with intentional dynamic control. Let the natural arc of the text guide your phrasing rather than applying uniform volume throughout the five-minute span.
- Coordinate with your accompanist on tempo stability, particularly if you're using the recorded instrumental. A steady pulse is essential for this style of contemporary sacred music.
How to use it
Position this as the anchor of a contemporary sacred concert section or as a closing statement in a mixed-repertoire program. Its length and emotional clarity make it ideal for bridging between lighter opener material and more complex choral works, or for standing alone as the spiritual centerpiece of your concert.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing ensemble sound against orchestral accompaniment
- Executing gospel-influenced harmonic progressions and cadences
- Sustaining focused tone across extended phrases
- Responding to text-based emotional shape and phrasing