My God Is Good (arr. Joel Raney): SATB Choral Octavo
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My God Is Good (arr. Joel Raney): SATB Choral Octavo

Arranged by Joel Raney

Item: 35-DS01147646
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 11
SKU: 35-DS01147646

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About the Arranger: Joel Raney

Joel Raney

Joel Raney's relationship with music began before memory itself. A Baptist church in rural Alabama planted the seeds of gospel influence that continue to shape his compositional voice decades later. After studying choral conducting at the University of North Alabama, he pursued advanced keyboard training at Juilliard, grounding his instinctive arranging gifts in rigorous technique.

Since 1999, Raney has established himself as one of the most prolific voices in church music, with over 300 published titles primarily through Hope Publishing, where he serves as Editor. His work spans choral anthems, musicals, cantatas, handbell compositions, and instrumental pieces that consistently reach the top of sales lists. Beyond the church world, his versatility has earned him credits in commercial music production, Broadway musical direction, and theater in major cities. He remains an active clinician, performer, and currently serves as Minister of Music at First Baptist Church of Oak Park, Illinois.

Why we love this

Raney's gospel roots infuse this arrangement with genuine warmth and accessibility without sacrificing musical substance. The SATB writing sits comfortably for mixed choirs while maintaining enough harmonic interest to keep engaged singers invested. This is the kind of piece that builds repertoire depth quickly, settling naturally into your singers' voices and sticking in their hearts long after rehearsal ends.

What to expect

Direct and earnest, with the musical warmth of someone who grew up singing in church. The harmonies are generous and forgiving, creating a sense of unity and affirmation that singers can actually feel rather than merely execute.

Who it's for

Any SATB choir looking for a contemporary sacred work that feels both modern and timeless. This works equally well for worship settings, concert performances, or choral festivals where you want material that audiences recognize and respond to immediately.

How to get the most out of it

  • Honor the gospel DNA in this arrangement by letting the harmonic movement breathe; resist the urge to rush phrase endings, especially where Raney's characteristic chord progressions create natural resting points.
  • Balance the parts so that when the arrangement opens up harmonically, each voice contributes equally to the warmth rather than any single line dominating.
  • Work the text expression early in rehearsals; sacred texts of affirmation like this deserve singers who understand what they're declaring, not just hitting notes.

How to use it

Slot this into either a sacred choral concert where it can anchor a set, or program it as a powerful closer that leaves audiences with something declarative and hopeful. It also works as a strong piece for community choral events or services where accessibility matters without compromising musical quality.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing in four-part harmony with secure voice independence
  • Responding to gospel-influenced harmonic language and chord progressions
  • Sustaining phrase lines through full harmonic movement
  • Balancing individual part work within an ensemble texture

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