It's Time To Pray: Lead Sheet / Fake Book
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It's Time To Pray: Lead Sheet / Fake Book

Arranged by Ellen Allard

Item: 35-DS00390952
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 1
SKU: 35-DS00390952

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Why we love this

Allard's lead sheet strips away excess and gives you exactly what you need to accompany singers or lead a congregation. The single-page format means no page turns during performance, and the straightforward layout invites musicians of varying sight-reading levels to engage with the melody and harmony.

What to expect

Quiet reflection meets gentle affirmation. The melody carries a meditative quality, supported by harmonies that feel both grounded and hopeful, inviting singers and listeners into a moment of sincere devotion.

Who it's for

Pianists and keyboardists leading prayer services, congregational singers, or worship ensembles will find this lead sheet immediately usable. It works equally well for soloists preparing a spiritual arrangement or for classroom singers exploring Jewish musical traditions.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the vocal line so it breathes above the keyboard accompaniment without overwhelming it; let silence do as much work as sound
  • Explore the harmonic movement in the accompaniment to discover natural places where rubato can deepen the emotional arc
  • Consider what instrumental doublings (if any) might enhance the piece in your specific performance context; a lead sheet's strength is its flexibility

How to use it

Include this in a service of prayer or reflection, or pair it alongside other spirituals and traditional songs in a multicultural repertoire program. Its brevity makes it ideal for opening a rehearsal with centering and intention.

Skills your students will build

  • Realizing lead sheet chord symbols from written harmony
  • Balancing accompaniment textures to support vocal performance
  • Interpreting rubato and phrasing in devotional music
  • Adapting arrangements for different ensemble sizes and instrumental combinations

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