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Go Tell It on the Mountain: SATB Choral Octavo

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Go Tell It on the Mountain: SATB Choral Octavo

Go Tell It on the Mountain: SATB Choral Octavo

Arr. Philip Kern

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This sensational arrangement of the ever-popular spiritual begins in E-flat and ends in G with a bright, showy finish. It includes a rhythmic a cappella section reminiscent of an old-fashioned gospel quartet. Its slow, ad lib opening solo will showcase your most soulful singer. InstruPax Includes: director's score, 3 trumpets, 2 trombones, 2 alto saxes, tenor sax, baritone sax, percussion, rhythm.

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Series: Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 16
UPC: 038081131092
SKU: 00-16203

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About the Arranger: Philip Kern

Philip Kern is an arranger and composer whose work spans choral, instrumental, and vocal genres. His arrangements are known for blending traditional repertoire with contemporary energy, making classic spirituals and hymns accessible to modern ensembles while honoring their roots.

Why we love this

Kern's arrangement gives this beloved spiritual theatrical momentum without sacrificing authenticity. The modulation from E-flat to G creates genuine impact, the a cappella gospel quartet section provides a memorable textural break, and that opening solo moment is a real vehicle for your strongest vocalist.

What to expect

The journey moves from intimate and soulful to jubilant and celebratory. You start in quiet reverence with a solo voice, build into the rhythmic groove of the quartet section, and explode into a bright, full-voiced proclamation with brass and saxes swelling beneath.

Who it's for

Directors programming holiday concerts or celebrations that call for spirituals with contemporary energy. This works equally well for high school and college choirs and is accessible enough for strong middle school ensembles with solid rhythm sections.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the ad lib opening solo with freedom and rubato; this is where you set the emotional tone. Choose a vocalist who can sustain long phrases with warmth and flexibility rather than technical precision.
  • Lock the a cappella quartet section rhythmically with your sopranos and altos; even though it feels old-fashioned and loose, the ensemble needs to hear each other clearly and stay together without instrumental support.
  • The brass and saxophone parts drive the final push to that G major finish. Make sure your instrumental players understand they're not accompanying; they're propelling the excitement forward alongside the choir.

How to use it

Pair this with a more traditional or contemplative spiritual to bookend a holiday concert with contrasting moods. It works beautifully as a closer because the modulation and showy finish leave audiences energized, and the optional staging elements make it visually engaging.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing through modulation (E-flat major to G major)
  • A cappella ensemble singing with gospel rhythm feel
  • Balancing solo vulnerability with choral power
  • Coordinating with instrumental accompaniment across multiple sections
  • Stylistic singing (spiritual authenticity versus contemporary arrangement)

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