Matt Maher is a Catholic singer-songwriter and worship leader whose work bridges contemporary Christian music and liturgical tradition. His compositions are widely performed in churches worldwide and have earned recognition for their theological depth and accessibility across denominational lines.
Why we love this
Richard Kingsmore's arrangement captures the anthemic quality of this modern hymn while keeping the voice parts singable for mixed choirs of varying experience levels. The pop sensibility inherited from the original song creates immediate engagement with singers and listeners alike, making it a natural fit for Easter services, spring concerts, or contemporary worship settings where you want theological substance without sacrificing musicality.
What to expect
The music radiates confident faith and jubilation. Contemporary chord changes and rhythmic energy give it forward momentum, while the text and melody create moments of genuine reverence. This is music that feels celebratory yet sincere, never slipping into sentimentality.
Who it's for
This octavo works well for church choirs, high school and college ensembles comfortable with contemporary styles, and any director seeking Easter repertoire that feels current without abandoning musicianship. It's particularly valuable for programs that blend traditional and modern worship or that want to engage younger singers with sacred material.
How to get the most out of it
Balance the text clarity against the contemporary groove; these chords and rhythms want to breathe, so avoid rushing even when the tempo feels energetic.
Let the soloists shine on the verses if your arrangement includes solo sections, then build the four-part texture gradually to maximize the impact of full SATB sonority.
Pay attention to how the pop idiom shapes vowel shapes and articulation; think open and resonant rather than overly classical, which serves both the style and the message.
How to use it
Slot this into an Easter Sunday service as the centerpiece of your anthem or use it as the finale of a spring choral concert where you're mixing traditional and contemporary sacred music. It also serves well in youth or contemporary worship settings where you want to build stronger choral musicianship alongside engagement with modern Christian repertoire.
Skills your students will build
Singing in contemporary pop harmonic language while maintaining vocal technique
Balancing rhythmic precision in syncopated passages with lyrical phrasing
Reading and performing SATB arrangements with clear textural hierarchy
Interpreting sacred text with authenticity in a modern musical idiom
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