I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day: Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Heather Sorenson
Item: 35-PK01376117
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I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01376117
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About the Arranger: Heather Sorenson
Heather Sorenson is a Dallas-based composer and arranger whose work spans churches, schools, universities, and concert halls internationally. Trained first as a pianist, she has built a reputation for composing and orchestrating across both traditional and contemporary Christian music, often blending the two into a distinctive artistic voice. Her commissions have included major projects for Texas A&M University, the Kennedy Foundation, and a Carnegie Hall premiere of her oratorio EXODUS.
Beyond writing, Sorenson has shaped music education as a classroom teacher, university adjunct, and frequent guest conductor and clinician. She regularly leads workshops at worship conferences and universities while maintaining an active schedule as a guest artist. Her commitment to community extends to benefit concert work supporting nonprofit organizations.
Why we love this
Sorenson brings her gift for blending traditional hymn sensibilities with contemporary arranging to this beloved Christmas carol. The Choral Instrumental Pak gives you flexibility in how you present this perennial favorite, whether you're building a full Christmas concert or adding one strong piece to a winter program.
What to expect
The familiar melody carries its own quiet reverence, grounded in the carol's original spiritual depth. Sorenson's arrangement honors that solemnity while the instrumental colors add warmth and resonance to the text's meditation on faith.
Who it's for
This arrangement serves choirs of intermediate ability and above who want a fresh take on a holiday standard. It works equally well in school, community, and church settings where you need an accessible yet musically rewarding Christmas selection.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the choir's melody against the instrumental parts so the text remains clear; Sorenson's arrangements reward diction and phrase shaping.
- Explore the dynamic range available in the accompaniment parts; they often carry harmonic interest that supports the choir's storytelling.
- Allow time in rehearsal for the choir and instrumentalists to lock in any rhythmic figures unique to this arrangement before adding interpretation.
How to use it
Place this in the reflective section of your Christmas concert, perhaps following a more energetic opening piece. Its contemplative character makes it an effective closer or bridge between festive and sacred material.
Skills your students will build
- Singing sustained harmonic passages with clear voice leading
- Balancing choral blend when working alongside instrumental accompaniment
- Phrasing a familiar melody in a fresh harmonic context
- Coordinate ensemble timing with multiple instrumental parts