I Hear America Singing: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Mac Huff
Item: 35-PK00034857
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Set in a strong gospel swing, this inspirational work is a powerhouse from beginning to end! "Listen children, listen, there's a song in the air. America is singing a song for all to hear." Ideal for mass choirs and other festival and patriotic programs! Performance Time: Approx. 4:00.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00034857
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About the Artist: Mac Huff
Mac Huff has shaped the sound of American choral music for decades, building a catalog that spans sacred, secular, and patriotic repertoire. His arrangements and compositions consistently find their way into festival programs and concert halls because they balance accessibility with musical substance, allowing singers at various levels to feel the power of what they're performing.
Why we love this
This piece delivers exactly what large ensembles crave: an energetic, singable vehicle that lands with impact every single time. The gospel swing idiom gives your singers genuine style to inhabit rather than just notes to execute, and the patriotic text resonates in festival settings without requiring heavy dramatic lifting from your performers.
What to expect
A surge of optimism propelled by a steady gospel swing. The piece pulls you forward with its rhythmic confidence, building from moment to moment, and the text about America singing invites genuine emotional connection without veering into sentimentality.
Who it's for
This works beautifully for mixed ensembles of any size, from modest community choirs to large festival combinations. It's equally suited to high school, college, and adult groups seeking repertoire with patriotic themes and contemporary musical energy.
How to get the most out of it
- Anchor the swing feel in the rhythm section; the groove needs to sit solidly behind the vocal lines so the choir can relax into the pocket rather than pushing ahead.
- Balance the inspirational text with genuine joy in the delivery. This isn't a sermon; it's a celebration, so encourage your singers to find lightness and brightness in their tone.
- Let the accompaniment track breathe during sectional rehearsals. Singing this unaccompanied first helps your ensemble lock the harmony and phrasing before adding the instrumental layer.
- The four-minute timeframe packs considerable material, so map out transitions between sections clearly to maintain momentum without feeling rushed.
How to use it
Place this toward the closer of your set list, where its four-minute length and full-throttle energy can send the audience out energized. It pairs naturally with other Americana and patriotic selections, and it's particularly effective for Independence Day concerts, spring festivals, or year-end celebrations.
Skills your students will build
- Singing in a groove-based swing feel with rhythmic precision
- Balancing lyrical expression with the demands of contemporary idioms
- Ensemble blend and balance across mixed voicing
- Sustaining energy and focus through a substantial narrative arc