Receive Our King: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Meredith Andrews / Arranged by Ed Hogan
Item: 35-PK00387208
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Description
Uses: Christmas, Epiphany, Praise Team, Youth Choir
Scripture: Isaiah 9:6; Luke 2:11; Ephesians 1:18
Light a candle of truth in your church with this contemporary holiday offering from artist Meredith Andrews. Singable vocal writing endears this number to ensembles of any size, and a supportive and effective piano assists traditional performances. The orchestration brings this praise-worthy acclamation to another level of exaltation. "Jesus, Wonderful Counselor, Prince of Peace, Son of God, here with us, we receive our King."
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00387208
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About the Artist: Meredith Andrews
Meredith Andrews is a contemporary Christian music artist and songwriter known for her work in modern worship settings. Her compositions emphasize accessible melodic writing paired with theologically grounded lyrics, making her arrangements particularly valuable for church choirs and youth ensembles seeking fresh, singable material for worship services.
Why we love this
Ed Hogan's orchestration transforms a contemporary worship song into something choirs actually want to sing. The vocal line sits naturally in an accessible range without sacrificing musical interest, and the instrumental arrangement scales beautifully from piano alone to full orchestra, giving directors real flexibility in how they deploy it.
What to expect
Warm and inviting rather than grandiose. The writing creates moments of intimate harmony alongside fuller, celebratory sections that feel genuine rather than overwrought. Singing this leaves performers with a sense of having participated in something affirming without exhausting effort.
Who it's for
This arrangement serves praise teams, youth choirs, and volunteer church ensembles looking for contemporary repertoire that doesn't demand virtuosity. It works equally well for small groups and larger choirs, making it practical for churches with fluctuating attendance or limited rehearsal time.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the vocal melody against the orchestration by having singers anchor the pulse with a clear, unrushed tempo; the arrangement works best when the choir commits to a steady foundation rather than pushing for dramatic expression.
- Layer the accompaniment progressively if performing with flexible instrumentation. Start rehearsals with piano and voices to establish the harmonic and melodic foundation before adding strings and winds.
- Highlight the text painting around the names of Jesus (Wonderful Counselor, Prince of Peace, Son of God). Let slight dynamic and tonal shifts underscore the meaning without overdoing stylistic choices that feel theatrical.
How to use it
Schedule this for a Christmas or Epiphany service where you need a contemporary piece that doesn't feel out of place alongside traditional hymns. It also works effectively as a lighter moment in a longer worship set, offering musical variety when programmed between more formal choral selections.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing vocal melody with accompaniment textures
- Singing contemporary harmonic language with confidence
- Interpreting text through dynamic and tonal color choices
- Coordinating ensemble sound across varying instrumentation levels