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Instrument of Peace: TTBB Choral Octavo

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Instrument of Peace: TTBB Choral Octavo

Instrument of Peace: TTBB Choral Octavo

By Greg Gilpin

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There is no better peace song for today. The compassionate sentiment, based on the words of Francis of Assisi, and lyrical music, composed by Greg Gilpin, will inspire generosity of the human spirit in your singers and listeners alike.

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 16
UPC: 038081312965
SKU: 00-28750

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About the Composer: Greg Gilpin

Greg Gilpin

Greg Gilpin stands among the most performed choral composers in American music education today. His work as both composer and conductor has taken him to stages including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Sydney Opera House, while his arrangements and original compositions have become staples in concert halls and competition festivals across the country. As Director of Educational Choral Publications for Shawnee Press, Gilpin shapes the landscape of accessible, meaningful choral literature for singers at every level.

Beyond the music world, Gilpin has pursued parallel expertise in professional organizing and financial coaching, bringing the same creative problem-solving to his work with organizations and individuals. He holds memberships in ACDA, NAfME, and SAG-AFTRA, and remains a Life Loyal Member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. His compositions have earned ASCAP recognition and his 2021 film score for "Rosie's Rescue" received Best Score honors.

Why we love this

Gilpin's setting transforms the words of Francis of Assisi into something contemporary and urgent without sacrificing the spiritual dignity of the text. The lyrical voice writing sits beautifully for TTBB singers while remaining musically sophisticated, and the piece carries enough emotional weight to work equally well in concert settings, competitions, and community services focused on peace and justice.

What to expect

The music unfolds with the quiet conviction of someone who has thought deeply about what peace means. Gilpin's lyrical approach gives the piece warmth and accessibility, yet the harmonic language suggests depth and maturity. Singing it feels like participating in something larger than the moment, whether in rehearsal or performance.

Who it's for

TTBB ensembles at the high school, college, and community level seeking repertoire that speaks to contemporary values without resorting to simplistic musical language. Directors building programs around themes of peace, brotherhood, or social responsibility will find a piece that earns its weight in both artistic and educational contexts.

How to get the most out of it

  • Honor the text's contemplative foundation by allowing singers to feel the meaning of each phrase rather than simply executing the notes. The music supports this approach with its lyrical, song-like construction.
  • Balance the ensemble so that the harmonic progressions remain clear without obscuring the natural speech rhythms that underscore the peace message.
  • Lean into the recorded accompaniment to help young ensembles find their entry points and build confidence, particularly if the choir has limited rehearsal time before performance.

How to use it

This work fits naturally into concerts exploring peace, faith, and community themes, or as a thoughtful addition to spring and fall festival programming. Its emotional resonance makes it particularly effective as a closing or opening number that sets a meaningful tone for the entire concert. The 16-page octavo, combined with available instrumental parts and recorded accompaniment, offers flexibility for ensembles working at different levels of independence.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing legit musical theater-influenced vocal lines in TTBB voicing
  • Sustaining harmonic blend across changing dynamic contexts
  • Connecting text meaning to interpretive phrasing and tempo flexibility
  • Reading and executing the interplay between independent melodic lines in close harmony

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