God Will Sing: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Heather Sorenson
Item: 35-PK01416805
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Bright with quasi-classical vitality, this anthem will have a special meaning to those whose ministry is music. The astounding idea that God sings over us with great joy is truly compelling - and the dance-like spirit of the music conveys this joy with radiant effectiveness. Rich counterpoint and an expressive B section offer depth and contrast. An impressive crescendo crowns the piece with power!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01416805
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About the Composer: Heather Sorenson
Heather Sorenson stands as one of the most performed composers in contemporary Christian music, with works heard across churches, universities, concert halls, and competition stages globally. Based in Dallas, her reputation was built on exceptional piano artistry, but has evolved into a commanding presence as a composer and orchestrator whose range spans traditional hymnic writing and modern worship styles with equal fluency. Her signature voice emerges from her willingness to blend these worlds, creating music that honors classical craftsmanship while speaking to contemporary sensibilities.
Sorenson's commissions have included major projects for institutions like Texas A&M University and Carnegie Hall, alongside countless church and individual commissions. Beyond composition, teaching anchors her career; she has directed music at Grace Academy of Dallas, taught at Baylor University, and remains a sought-after clinician and conductor at conferences, schools, and worship events nationwide. Her commitment to music education and community service extends to benefit concert work for nonprofits, making her presence felt both in publishing catalogs and in person across America.
Why we love this
Sorenson captures something essential here: the theological concept of divine joy translated into actual music that moves bodies and hearts. The dance-like energy of the piece means singers feel the text viscerally rather than simply declaring it, while the rich counterpoint and expressive B section give your singers substantive musical material to sink their teeth into. It's the kind of anthem that energizes both rehearsals and congregations.
What to expect
Radiance pours from this piece. The dance-like rhythmic vitality carries listeners into a sense of celebration and joy, while the rich harmonic language beneath the surface assures listeners that substance and craft support that buoyancy. By the final crescendo, the musical architecture feels inevitable and earned rather than imposed.
Who it's for
This anthem speaks directly to choirs whose ministry is centered on music itself, as well as any ensemble seeking a joyful, theologically resonant text paired with accessible yet sophisticated writing. The energy and brightness make it equally effective in contemporary worship settings and traditional church services.
How to get the most out of it
- Emphasize the quasi-classical clarity of the opening lines; crisp articulation in the choir will highlight the counterpoint rather than obscure it.
- Shape the B section with genuine expressive depth; this contrast only lands if the first section maintains its buoyant, lighter character.
- Build the final crescendo gradually through the measures leading into it. Resist the urge to jump to full intensity early; let the power accumulate organically.
- Engage the rhythm section in the dance-like spirit of the work. The instrumental parts should feel propulsive and rhythmically alive, not metronomic.
How to use it
Open a service or concert with this piece to set a tone of celebration and hope. Its bright character and clear message make it an excellent anchor for a program centered on joy, thanksgiving, or contemporary expressions of faith. The length and accessibility also position it well as a memorable closer that leaves congregations or audiences with energy and uplift.
Skills your students will build
- Singing through rich counterpoint while maintaining rhythmic clarity
- Shaping dynamic growth across multiple phrases leading to a large climax
- Balancing joyful energy with harmonic and textural depth
- Ensemble communication in rhythm-driven, dance-like textures
- Expressive singing in contrasting middle sections