Glory To God: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Tony Wood / By Don Poythress / Arranged by Richard Kingsmore
Item: 35-PK00162309
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Lift your voices to celebrate the coming of Heaven's King. Glory to God in the highest, on earth peace good will to men - the Prince of Peace is here today! Let our anthems rise, raise these earthly skies - glory to God in the highest. Duration: ca. 4:00.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00162309
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About the Composer: Tony Wood
Tony Wood has established himself as a significant voice in contemporary Christian music, particularly in the choral and worship composition space. His work emphasizes singable melodies paired with meaningful text, making his pieces accessible to a wide range of choral programs while maintaining musical substance.
Why we love this
This setting captures the exuberance of the Nativity text without sacrificing musical integrity. The orchestral arrangement gives your choir the full, celebratory sound that this proclamation deserves, and four minutes is the perfect length for a significant Christmas moment without overwhelming a concert.
What to expect
Bright, celebratory, and filled with the kind of jubilation that comes from announcing good news. The piece lifts through its duration, building momentum as the text reinforces the arrival of peace and the presence of Heaven's King.
Who it's for
This works for choral programs wanting a contemporary Christmas anthem with orchestral support. It suits choirs comfortable with modern harmonic language and looking to program something that feels current without being trendy.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the choir's declarative opening lines against the instrumental texture; these moments need clarity so the proclamation lands with impact.
- Work the dynamic arch carefully through the piece. The text's escalation from 'glory to God in the highest' to 'let our anthems rise' demands a corresponding musical build that feels earned, not rushed.
- Pay attention to the orchestral accompaniment cues in the score; they anchor the choir's rhythmic entries and keep everything locked together across the four-minute span.
How to use it
Position this as a centerpiece for your Christmas concert's second half, where you want to shift toward triumph and celebration after quieter seasonal material. It pairs well with both traditional carols and other contemporary sacred works, giving your program tonal variety while maintaining thematic coherence.
Skills your students will build
- Singing modern harmonic language with confidence and intonation
- Balancing choral lines with full orchestral accompaniment
- Sustaining dynamic momentum across a four-minute arc
- Articulating text with clarity in a celebratory context