My Heart Is Filled with Thankfulness: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Keith Getty / As performed by Stuart Townend / As performed by Keith Kristyn Getty / Arranged by Heather Sorenson
Item: 35-PK00382012
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Uses: General, Praise Team, Thanksgiving
Scripture: Psalm 9:1; Psalm 28:7; II Corinthians 4:15; Philippians 4:6-7
From the creative pens of two top modern hymn writers comes this solid song of gratitude and praise. The emphasis is on our spiritual blessings and the gifts of redemption and restoration. A hymn-like tune unveils with a graceful arch, accompanied by noble harmonies and a self-assured piano accompaniment. A consort adornment is also an option for a special "acoustic praise" impact. A great choice for Thanksgiving or any time!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00382012
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About the Artist: Keith Getty
Keith Getty stands among the most performed modern hymn writers in contemporary worship settings. Alongside Stuart Townend, he has shaped the sound of 21st-century congregational music by grounding new compositions in the theological depth and melodic strength of classical hymn writing.
Getting's work regularly appears in churches across denominations, with hundreds of his songs translated into dozens of languages. His gift lies in crafting singable melodies that marry accessibility with genuine harmonic substance, making his pieces equally at home in formal liturgical contexts and contemporary praise settings.
Why we love this
Sorenson's arrangement captures the architectural elegance of Getty and Townend's hymn tune, layering it with piano writing that feels both supportive and conversational. The optional consort parts offer genuine flexibility without requiring them for impact, letting ensembles scale the arrangement to their resources and the intimacy they want to achieve.
What to expect
The music unfolds with quiet confidence, the way a hymn tune carries centuries of singing behind it. There's warmth in the harmonies and steadiness in the melodic arch, creating space for gratitude to settle in rather than rush past.
Who it's for
Worship leaders and choirs of all experience levels will connect with this piece. It works equally well for congregations singing in unison, choirs with modest harmonic abilities, and singers looking for genuine liturgical substance without technical barrier.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening melody arc with longer breath points that let the tune's shape emerge; resist filling every bar with sound.
- The piano accompaniment works best when it breathes with the choir rather than driving underneath. Coordinate phrasing carefully at rehearsals.
- If you're adding the consort parts, treat them as an enhancement rather than a necessity. They should sit gracefully in the texture without overwhelming the harmonic foundation.
- Pull back the dynamics slightly on repeated sections to avoid predictability; let text underlay drive expressive choices instead.
How to use it
Reserve this for moments when your program needs grounding in thanksgiving theology. It works beautifully as an opening hymn on a gratitude-centered Sunday, during Thanksgiving services, or whenever your message centers on redemption and blessing. The optional instrumental color makes it versatile for both formal liturgical slots and contemporary worship sets.
Skills your students will build
- Singing shaped melodic arches with architectural clarity
- Balancing blend when the harmonies shift beneath a unified melody
- Coordinating phrasing across vocal and instrumental lines
- Interpreting text-driven dynamics in a hymn-like context