In Christ Alone: SATB Choral Octavo
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In Christ Alone: SATB Choral Octavo

By Keith Getty / By Stuart Townend / Arranged by Lloyd Larson

Item: 35-DS00433578
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 10
SKU: 35-DS00433578

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About the Composer: Keith Getty

Keith Getty is a Northern Irish Christian music composer and performer who has become one of the most recorded artists in modern hymn writing. His collaborations with Stuart Townend have produced some of the most widely sung contemporary Christian songs in churches worldwide, blending traditional hymn sensibilities with accessible modern melodies.

Getty's arrangements and compositions prioritize singability and theological depth, making his work essential in both worship and educational settings. His gift for crafting memorable, singable lines has made his music a staple in choral programs seeking repertoire that engages congregations and students alike.

Why we love this

Lloyd Larson's SATB setting captures the hymn's declarative strength while keeping the voicing transparent enough for mixed choirs without extensive vocal experience. The arrangement honors the song's place in contemporary worship while giving it the harmonic sophistication that makes it rewarding for singers and audiences to return to again and again.

What to expect

The music feels grounded and assured, with harmonic support that never overshadows the tune's essential simplicity. There is both intimacy in the close harmony and strength in the unison moments, creating a sound that feels both personal and congregational at once.

Who it's for

This arrangement serves choirs preparing music for Sunday worship services, holiday and seasonal concerts, or community events where contemporary Christian repertoire is appropriate. It works equally well for high school choirs seeking meaningful text paired with accessible part writing and for adult community choirs building confidence in part singing.

How to get the most out of it

  • Emphasize the textural clarity between sections; the harmonic progression carries theological weight, so clean voice balancing lets each chord change register with the listeners.
  • Shape the phrases through dynamic gradations rather than sudden shifts, allowing the conviction in the text to build organically across the piece.
  • Consider the congregational familiarity many singers bring to this tune; use that as permission to take deliberate interpretive choices that feel earned rather than imposed.

How to use it

Pair this with other contemporary hymn arrangements in a concert devoted to faith and meaning, or use it as a closing piece that invites reflection. The 10-page length makes it substantial enough to anchor a program section without overwhelming rehearsal time, fitting neatly into spring or fall concert planning.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing in sustained, lyrical phrases with consistent tone quality
  • Balancing individual voice parts within four-part harmony
  • Interpreting text through musical phrasing and dynamic shape
  • Maintaining harmonic integrity while supporting the melodic line
  • Navigating contemporary Christian hymn style with authenticity

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