He Lives: Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Heather Sorenson
Item: 35-PK00402333
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From the radio to the sanctuary, this jubilant contemporary song is seamlessly adapted to choral performance. Expert arranging brings stellar results, while maintaining reasonable ranges and singable rhythmic gestures. Driving effectively with piano alone or with the accompaniment track, the orchestral option offers another choice for programs with instrumental resources. Strong!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00402333
More about this title
About the Arranger: Heather Sorenson
Heather Sorenson brings two decades of compositional experience across choral, piano, and orchestral genres from her base in Dallas, Texas. Her work spans traditional and contemporary Christian music with equal fluency, a rare versatility that has earned her commissions from Texas A&M University, the Kennedy Foundation, and Carnegie Hall, where her oratorio EXODUS premiered.
Beyond the page, Sorenson teaches actively across universities and churches, leading songwriting and piano masterclasses at worship conferences and schools nationwide. She channels her performance energy into benefit concerts for nonprofit organizations while managing an extensive writing schedule.
Why we love this
Sorenson strips away the radio production without losing the song's infectious energy, landing on something your singers can actually pull off without strain. The choice between piano alone and full orchestration gives you flexibility across different program contexts, and that's the kind of practical thinking that separates a good arrangement from one you'll actually use.
What to expect
Jubilant and propulsive, with the accessibility of a song people already know paired with fresh harmonic colors. The piece radiates optimism without sentiment, maintaining that contemporary Christian pop spirit while gaining depth through thoughtful voicing.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking contemporary repertoire that translates smoothly from worship contexts to concert settings. Directors who want the energy of a well-known song without fighting awkward ranges or rhythmic complications.
How to get the most out of it
- Lean into the rhythmic drive from the start. The contemporary feel depends on forward momentum, so guard against letting the piano accompaniment drag.
- Balance the range carefully in rehearsal. Sorenson keeps parts singable, but watch that sopranos and altos stay fresh in the upper passages without pushing.
- If you're using the orchestral option, let the instruments breathe through introductions and transitions. The arrangement is designed to showcase instrumental color, so resist the urge to double everything with voices.
How to use it
Place this in a mixed repertoire concert as a high-energy centerpiece between more introspective pieces, or program it as a finale that sends the audience out energized. It also works as a contemporary anchor in a diverse season that blends hymnic and modern styles.
Skills your students will build
- Navigating contemporary rhythmic figures and syncopation
- Balancing blend in close harmonic spacing
- Connecting to text-driven energy and expression
- Working with optional instrumental accompaniment and orchestration