He Is Risen! Risen Indeed!: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Mark Hill
Item: 35-PK00031621
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Instrumental ePak includes parts for Trumpet 1, 2 and Trombone 1, 2. Performance Time: Approx. 5:30
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00031621
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Why we love this
Mark Hill's brass writing here avoids the predictable hymn arrangement trap. The four-part instrumental texture breathes independently from the choir, creating genuine dialogue rather than doubling, which means your brass section gets genuine musical responsibility on Easter morning.
What to expect
The piece captures celebration without sentimentality. Brass punctuates the proclamation of the text, adding weight and brightness to the declaration while staying in service of the message rather than overshadowing it.
Who it's for
Worship directors and church music programs with a functioning brass section looking for Easter Sunday instrumental support that doesn't require extensive arranging. This works equally well for community choirs or school programs marking the holiday with instrumental color.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the trumpet parts to let the second trumpet sit naturally underneath the first; this isn't a fanfare, so resist the urge to let both voices push equally hard.
- Work the trombone section on their rhythmic entrance points separately from the full group; their support matters more when it locks rather than when it blends.
- Consider the 5:30 length as a feature, not a limitation. This gives you space to breathe between the choral sections without rushing the message.
How to use it
Place this as your centerpiece Easter anthem, or use it as the instrumental transition between choir-only movements in a larger service structure. The moderate length fits naturally into a 20-30 minute special music slot without dominating the service.
Skills your students will build
- Reading parts independently while maintaining ensemble awareness
- Balancing texture between lead and supporting voices
- Sustaining the emotional arc across a longer form work
- Responding to text-driven cues in instrumental writing