Journey of the Angels: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Enya / Arranged by Kirby Shaw
Item: 35-PK00237088
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From Enya's album "And Winter Came", this hypnotic song creates a reflective atmosphere of peace, of comfort and perhaps a bit of nostalgia as the angels fly to greet the newborn King. A wonderful opening song or processional, or a meditative change of pace within your concert. Duration: ca. 4:25.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00237088
More about this title
About the Artist: Enya
Enya is an Irish singer and songwriter whose ethereal, layered vocal style has made her one of the best-selling artists in music history. Her career, spanning from the 1980s onward, is marked by a distinctive approach to production that emphasizes atmosphere and emotional depth over commercial trends. In the choral and educational music world, her work is valued for its accessibility, emotional authenticity, and the way it invites singers to explore sustained, blended vocal production.
Why we love this
Kirby Shaw's arrangement captures the luminous quality of Enya's original without losing the intimacy that makes the song so moving. This works beautifully as a concert opener because it settles an audience immediately, but it's equally effective as a moment of contrast within a longer program, offering singers the chance to explore legit, sustained singing rather than power and projection.
What to expect
The arrangement unfolds like a quiet, starlit night. Voices blend into something larger than themselves, suspended in a moment of wonder and stillness. There's a gentle forward motion despite the reflective tempo, giving singers something to reach toward without ever rushing.
Who it's for
This digital pak works for any choir that wants to program high-quality sacred or holiday music without the logistical burden of live accompaniment. It's ideal for directors seeking a piece that communicates meaning and beauty to audiences without requiring extensive rehearsal time.
How to get the most out of it
- Blend the rhythm section voices as a single harmonic foundation; the accompaniment should feel like it's supporting the choir, not competing with it.
- Shape the phrasing in long, connected arcs rather than line-by-line. Enya's music thrives on patience and air.
- Let the recorded accompaniment set your tempo and dynamics; trust that the arrangement is written to support singers working with the track.
- Pay attention to any suspended or added harmony moments. They're what create the reflective quality, so avoid resolving them too quickly.
How to use it
Open a winter concert with this piece to set a contemplative tone before moving into livelier repertoire. It also serves as an intermission prelude or as a peaceful anchor within a longer sacred music program. At roughly four and a half minutes, it's substantial enough to stand alone but intimate enough never to feel heavy.
Skills your students will build
- Sustained legit singing with consistent vowel unity across a choir
- Phrasing in longer musical lines rather than measure-by-measure chunks
- Balancing individual voice parts while maintaining overall blend
- Following and responding to a recorded accompaniment with precision
- Emotional communication and interpretation of sacred, reflective text