Jesus, Only Jesus: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Passion / As performed by Tony Wood / As performed by Matt Redman / As performed by Chris Tomlin / As performed by Christy Nockels / As performed by Kristian Stanfill / As performed by Nathan Nockels / Arranged by Mary McDonald
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Description
Uses: General, Easter, Eastertide
Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11; Colossians 1:15-19
Dramatic and effective, this contemporary ballad from Passion and Matt Redman calls us to worship and adoration. The title says it all on this Christ-centered choral filled with inspiring moments of poetry and praise. Gradually building from the restrained opening, the piece proceeds in a
mighty crescendo of affirmation.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00320904
More about this title
About the Artist: Passion
Passion is a collective of worship leaders and songwriters who have shaped contemporary Christian music since the early 2000s. The group includes Tony Wood, Matt Redman, Chris Tomlin, Christy Nockels, Kristian Stanfill, and Nathan Nockels, among others. Each member brings distinctive compositional and arranging voices while maintaining a shared commitment to theologically grounded, singable worship music that resonates across congregational and concert settings.
The Passion catalog spans hymn arrangements, original compositions, and collaborative songs that prioritize accessibility without sacrificing musical depth. Their work consistently balances poetic text with memorable melodic material, making their pieces valuable for choirs seeking contemporary sacred repertoire with staying power.
Why we love this
Mary McDonald's arrangement captures the emotional arc of the text without relying on bombast. The gradual build from restraint to affirmation gives singers real dramatic work to do, and the Christ-centered focus means you're not walking into generic inspirational territory. This is the kind of piece that lands differently each time you rehearse it.
What to expect
You begin in quiet reverence, held in a moment of reflection and worship. The music gradually opens, gaining confidence and light, until it breaks into a full affirmation of faith that feels both joyful and settled. The overall arc feels less like a sprint to climax and more like a deepening recognition of truth.
Who it's for
Choirs preparing Easter services or Eastertide celebrations will find immediate relevance here. The piece works equally well for advanced high school ensembles, college choirs, and strong community or church programs seeking contemporary sacred music with theological substance.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening section with intentional breath management. The restraint here matters more than volume; let the text carry weight before the crescendo begins.
- Bring ensemble precision to the mighty affirmation section. The crescendo only works if singers commit fully to the dynamic shift without rushing.
- Balance the poetic moments with the structural clarity of the arrangement. Don't let musical beauty obscure the underlying harmonic and rhythmic architecture.
- Work the text comprehension first, separate from the music. Philippians 2:9-11 and Colossians 1:15-19 deserve to be understood before singers attempt to convey them.
How to use it
Program this as the centerpiece of an Easter service anthem list, where it can stand alone or anchor a thematic set. Its contemporary idiom also makes it a natural bridge between traditional hymns and modern worship arrangements if you're building a mixed repertoire concert.
Skills your students will build
- Dynamic control across a sustained crescendo
- Text clarity in contemporary harmonic language
- Balance between ensemble blend and individual phrase shaping
- Performance of poetry-driven sacred music
- Reading instrumental accompaniment cues in digital formats