Sing Jubilate Deo: 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo
Music by Jerry Estes
Item: 00-PO-0002933
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A driving, supportive piano part makes this a great choice for 2 and 3-part choirs. Easy to learn, yet exciting to sing. The text mixes the Latin phrase "Jubilate Deo" with a fresh, new English lyric. Very accessible for growing choirs. SoundTrax cassette features brass and timpani for a "concert hall" sound. For general or Christmas use.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0002933
More about this title
About the Composer: Jerry Estes
Jerry Estes holds a B.M.E. in vocal music from Southwest Baptist University and earned his M.M. from Southern Illinois University. He serves as a vocal music teacher at Wydown Middle School, where he works with grades 6-8 students. His professional affiliations include MENC and ASCAP.
Esles has developed a strong reputation for creating accessible choral works that engage young singers while maintaining musical substance. His approach to composition reflects his classroom experience: he writes music that students can learn quickly without sacrificing the excitement of performance.
Why we love this
The piano writing here is genuinely supportive rather than decorative, which means your singers stay confident even as they're learning their parts. Estes balances ease of learning with real musicality, so your growing choir sounds polished, not simplified.
What to expect
Jubilant and celebratory, with a contemporary feel grounded in the timeless Latin text. The forward-moving piano part and optional brass and timpani create a concert hall energy that feels larger than the forces required to perform it.
Who it's for
Growing three-part mixed choirs, particularly those at the middle or early high school level, will find this piece both achievable and rewarding. The accessible ranges and straightforward part writing make it ideal for choirs still developing blend and intonation, while the energetic character keeps singers engaged.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the piano drive the tempo and energy; the rhythmic vitality in the accompaniment is designed to propel the piece forward naturally.
- Shape the dynamic arc gradually across the entire piece rather than treating each phrase independently; this builds momentum toward the climax.
- Take full advantage of the suggested movement and staging elements to enhance ensemble cohesion and give singers a physical anchor for their parts.
- If using the recorded accompaniment with brass and timpani, balance your singers so they're not swallowed by the richer orchestration; this isn't a backing track to sing on top of.
How to use it
This works beautifully as a strong closer for a holiday concert or spring program, where its jubilant character and moderate length allow it to land with impact without requiring an extended set. You can also program it in general choral contexts year-round, using the Latin-English text fusion as a bridge between sacred tradition and contemporary sensibility.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining energy across a driving rhythmic accompaniment
- Part independence in three-part mixed texture (SAB)
- Blend and balance in three-part writing
- Text clarity with mixed Latin and English phrases
- Responding to dynamic shaping and architectural phrasing