I'll Be Believing: Choral Instrumental Parts

Kirby Shaw's arrangement distills the infectious energy that made Point of Grace a mainstay of contemporary Christian radio into something your women's ensemble can execute with real style. The instrumental parts free you from depending on a full accompaniment track, giving singers the flexibility to perform with band or piano while maintaining the sparkle of the original sound.

Bright and buoyant, with an infectious pop sensibility that never sacrifices musicianship. The arrangement sparkles with rhythmic drive and harmonic color, inviting singers to lean into the contemporary style while maintaining the clarity and blend expected in quality choral music.

Women's choirs and treble ensembles looking for contemporary repertoire with accessibility and immediate musical payoff. This works equally well for high school, college, and community ensembles seeking a spirited, singable arrangement that connects with audiences familiar with the original recording.

• Balance the harmony so individual vocal lines remain audible against the instrumental texture; the parts are written to support, not overpower.
• Use the recorded accompaniment in early rehearsals to establish the rhythmic pocket and groove, then gradually shift to live instrumental support as your singers gain confidence.
• Lock in the ensemble articulation within each section (soprano, alto, and any divisi passages) before combining sections; rhythmic cohesion across parts is essential in this style.
• Shape phrases with subtle dynamic swells rather than dramatic drops; the arrangement rewards consistent energy and forward momentum.

Program this as an upbeat moment in a mixed concert, or build an entire second half around contemporary pop and show arrangements of which this is a natural fit. It works particularly well when paired with other pieces from the Alfred Pop Choral Series, creating a cohesive showcase of modern choral style.

• Rhythmic precision in syncopated and contemporary pop styles
• Blend and balance in four-part writing with instrumental accompaniment
• Stylistic awareness of contemporary Christian and pop idioms
• Ensemble coordination with instrumental parts