Send Us, Lord, to Every Nation: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Joseph M. Martin
Item: 35-PK00401209
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In this anthem based on the Great Commission, the opening curtain-raising gesture in the accompaniment is a call to purpose, introducing a hymn-like tune in strong unison. A powerful song of commitment and discipleship, this one would be a thoughtful option for festival choirs, or a perfect choice for missions and evangelism-based services. Inspiring! Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, tpt 1-3, hn 1-2, tbn 1-3, tba, perc 1-3, hp, pno, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00401209
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About the Composer: Joseph M. Martin
Joseph M. Martin studied piano performance at Furman University in South Carolina, then pursued advanced training at the University of Texas, Austin, where he also taught in the Piano Pedagogy Department for five years. His performance career has taken him across the United States and Mexico, including concert appearances with major symphony orchestras and a nationally broadcast recital at the historic Ex-convento del Carmen.
Martin's compositional output spans sacred music, choral works, and arrangements heard in Carnegie Hall, regional theaters, and countless worship spaces from coast to coast. Based in Austin, Texas, he balances an active concert schedule with his primary focus on church music and compositions for worship settings and musician conferences.
Why we love this
Martin's gift for crafting memorable unison melodies paired with evocative accompaniment writing gives every voice in your choir something substantial to sing. The orchestration offers flexible possibilities without sacrificing impact; you can execute this beautifully with a smaller ensemble or expand it to full instrumentation, making it adaptable to real-world rehearsal situations.
What to expect
The opening orchestral gesture establishes a sense of summons and purpose; when the choir enters in unison, there's a forthright quality, almost congregational in its directness. The harmonic language feels hymn-rooted but contemporary, creating music that feels both rooted in tradition and alive in the present moment.
Who it's for
Festival choirs seeking repertoire with spiritual depth and broad appeal will find this anthem accessible yet substantive. Directors planning missions emphasis events, evangelism services, or worship seasons centered on discipleship and outreach have an ideal choice here.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the hymn-like melody in the unison section by asking singers to think of the line as a corporate declaration rather than an individual statement; this strengthens ensemble cohesion and projects the text's communal commitment.
- Shape the opening orchestral gesture deliberately. Conductors should work with instrumentalists to establish this as a purposeful call before voices enter, not merely background accompaniment.
- Let the dynamic arc follow the text's theological movement. Reserve your full intensity for moments where the discipleship message peaks, allowing earlier sections to build toward those climactic statements.
How to use it
Place this as a sermon anchor or thematic opener for any service focused on mission, outreach, or Christian witness. Its strong unison writing and clear textual message also make it an effective festival selection, where it stands out among more complex contemporary pieces while still demonstrating interpretive musicality.
Skills your students will build
- Singing with unified tone in unison passages
- Connecting lyrical content to interpretive choices
- Balancing ensemble sound with a hymn-centered harmonic language
- Sustaining intensity through longer phrases with strategic dynamic shaping