Jubilate Fanfare: 1st Trombone: Choral Octavo InstruPax
Featuring "Shall We Gather at the River"
Music by Andy Beck
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Description
Majestic. Opulent. Joyful. Glorious. A standout choral with an exalted effect! Whether sung in concert, contest, or festival, Andy Beck's Jubilate Fanfare is sure to impress with its powerful fanfare at the start and finish, and a lyrical arrangement of the "At the River" in its contrasting middle. Fine choral writing with a fulfilling piano accompaniment. InstruPax includes parts for 3 trumpets, 2 trombones, bass trombone/tuba, timpani, snare, percussion.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
40
SKU:
00-PC-0000728_TN1
Instrumentation:
InstruPax
More about this title
About the Composer: Andy Beck
Andy Beck directs choral publications at Alfred Music, where he has shaped a catalog of over 450 choral works, arrangements, and children's musicals. His compositional voice reaches singers worldwide; a testament to his understanding of what works in rehearsal and on stage. Beyond writing, Beck brings decades of experience as a guest conductor, clinician, and adjudicator across the United States and internationally, earning commissions from honor choirs and all-state programs throughout the Southeast.
A tenor vocalist himself, Beck has performed in musical theatre, sung with the North Carolina Master Chorale Chamber Choir, and served as an Alfred Music studio singer since 1992. His published choral resources, including sight-singing curricula and vocal technique guides, reflect his dual commitment to musical artistry and music literacy. He holds degrees in Music Education from Ithaca College and Northwest Missouri State University.
Why we love this
Beck writes choral music that delivers impact without sacrificing musicianship. The fanfare bookends give you the grandeur your audience craves, while the central arrangement of 'At the River' offers a moment of genuine lyricism that keeps singers engaged rather than exhausted. The InstruPax instrumentation turns a capable piano part into something orchestral, making this piece feel far more substantial than its modest page count suggests.
What to expect
Jubilate Fanfare opens with celebratory brilliance, all brass and energy and architectural grandeur. Then it pivots inward, settling into the familiar hymn tune with a warmth and tenderness that reminds listeners why this melody endures. The return to fanfare feels earned, as though the choir has earned the right to proclaim with joy.
Who it's for
This piece suits intermediate to advanced choirs performing in concert, festival, or contest settings. It works equally well for a youth choir ready to tackle fuller harmonies and for an adult ensemble seeking a showstopper with musical substance.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the opening fanfare so it sets a majestic tone without overwhelming the choir's entrance; the brass should support, not drown out, your singers' dynamic range.
- Shape the 'At the River' section with sustained legit tone and careful phrasing; this contrasting middle section depends on the choir finding a different vocal quality than the fanfare sections.
- Ensure your brass players lock the closing fanfare with absolute rhythmic precision; any hesitation in the final fanfare undermines the triumphant effect.
- Use the recorded accompaniment during early rehearsals to establish tempo and style, then transition to live piano or brass as the choir gains security with the material.
How to use it
Open a concert with this piece to establish an uplifting mood immediately, or place it near the end of your program as a powerful closer. It pairs well with quieter choral repertoire earlier in the set, giving you dynamic contrast and a sense of celebration that lingers with audiences after the final note.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining legit tone and dynamic control across extended phrases
- Balancing with instrumental accompaniment, especially full brass sections
- Shifting between energetic, rhythmic fanfare sections and lyrical, sustained hymn singing
- Precision in syncopated rhythmic figures within harmonic textures