I Say A Little Prayer (arr. Gitika Partington): SATB Choral Octavo
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I Say A Little Prayer (arr. Gitika Partington): SATB Choral Octavo

As performed by Aretha Franklin / Arranged by Gitika Partington

Item: 35-DS00381441
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 10
SKU: 35-DS00381441

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About the Artist: Aretha Franklin

Aretha Franklin earned her title as the Queen of Soul through a career that spanned decades and influenced generations of singers across multiple genres. Her voice carried unmatched power and emotional depth, whether delivering a ballad or an upbeat anthem, and her interpretations became the definitive versions of songs that other artists could only hope to match. For music educators, Franklin's artistry offers a masterclass in vocal control, phrasing, and the ability to convey genuine emotion within a structured arrangement.

Why we love this

Gitika Partington's arrangement captures the spiritual warmth and melodic accessibility of this soul classic while giving your SATB singers genuinely singable parts that don't sacrifice harmonic richness. The arrangement respects Franklin's iconic interpretation while opening the song up for your ensemble to claim it as their own. Your singers will connect immediately with material this recognizable, and audiences will hear a tune they know sung with the reverence it deserves.

What to expect

Warm devotion wrapped in a groove. The song carries a quiet confidence, moving forward with gentle momentum while allowing moments of intimate reflection. Your singers will feel supported by harmonic richness that sits naturally in their range.

Who it's for

Intermediate to advanced high school choirs and adult community choirs looking for repertoire that bridges classical choral writing with popular vocal tradition. Any director wanting to build singers' comfort with soul and R&B styling while maintaining solid vocal technique will find this arrangement valuable.

How to get the most out of it

  • Encourage your singers to listen to Franklin's original recording multiple times before rehearsal. Her phrasing and breath placement are deliberate; learning how she shapes the melody will deepen your singers' interpretation.
  • Balance the inner voices so the harmony supports rather than competes with the soprano line. The beauty of this arrangement lies in how the parts interlock.
  • Shape the dynamics gradually rather than in sudden jumps. Soul music lives in the subtle swell and release of energy across phrases.

How to use it

Pair this with other spiritually grounded material to create a concert section celebrating how faith and personal conviction shape music across genres. It also works beautifully in a program exploring American vocal traditions or celebrating women composers and arrangers. Consider programming it near the middle of a concert where its familiar melody and emotional openness can provide a moment of connection.

Skills your students will build

  • Phrasing in soul and R&B idioms
  • Balancing blend while maintaining individual voice independence
  • Sustaining legato tone through longer phrases
  • Interpreting written dynamics to convey emotional intent
  • Responding to and echoing the stylistic nuances of a familiar song

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