God Bless Us Everyone (from Disney's A Christmas Carol) (arr. Joseph M. Martin) Sheet Music Preview

God Bless Us Everyone (from Disney's A Christmas Carol) (arr. Joseph M. Martin): SSA Choral Octavo

As performed by Andrea Bocelli / As performed by Glen Ballard / As performed by Alan Silvestri / Arranged by Joseph M. Martin

Item: 35-DS00305949

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 11
SKU: 35-DS00305949

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About the Artist: Andrea Bocelli

Andrea Bocelli is an Italian tenor whose career spans classical, pop, and crossover repertoire. His distinctive voice and emotional delivery have made him one of the most commercially successful classical artists in the world, with particular strength in holiday and inspirational material that resonates across diverse audiences.

Why we love this

Joseph M. Martin's arrangement captures the warmth of Bocelli's original performance while making it accessible for developing SSA choirs. The writing balances emotional maturity with technical accessibility, giving singers a song that feels genuinely singable without sacrificing the dignity and spirit of the source material.

What to expect

Warm and genuinely hopeful, this arrangement radiates the sincerity of its source without slipping into sentimentality. The harmonic language feels contemporary yet grounded, creating space for singers to connect personally with the text while maintaining ensemble cohesion.

Who it's for

SSA and SSAA choirs seeking a contemporary holiday selection with emotional depth and accessibility. This arrangement works equally well for intermediate to advancing ensembles building confidence with modern pop and film repertoire.

How to get the most out of it

  • Approach the text with conversational phrasing rather than rigid rhythmic precision; allow the lyrics to breathe and guide your interpretation of where to shape phrases.
  • Balance the soprano line when it reaches higher passages by ensuring the inner voices provide solid harmonic support without oversinging.
  • Consider the optional SSAA voicing if your alto section is strong; the added voice can deepen resonance during full ensemble moments.

How to use it

Include this in holiday concerts alongside traditional Christmas fare to showcase contemporary film music and pop arrangements your choir can execute with confidence. The 11-page format and moderate difficulty also make it suitable as a finale or closing number when you want to leave audiences with something uplifting and singable.

Skills your students will build

  • Phrasing legit pop melody over contemporary harmonic progressions
  • Balancing exposed soprano lines with supportive inner voices
  • Sustaining emotional connection across longer phrases in English
  • Reading and interpreting SSAA divisi options

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