So Good: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Paul Baloche / By Lincoln Brewster / By Mia Fieldes / Arranged by Cliff Duren
Item: 35-PK00188796
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Proclaiming, "You are good, so good, all the time, all my life," this upbeat and rhythmic setting by Cliff Duren will be a time of joyous praise for your choir and congregation.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00188796
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About the Composer: Paul Baloche
Paul Baloche has shaped contemporary Christian music for decades as both a composer and worship leader. His catalog spans hymn settings, original compositions, and collaborative works that prioritize accessibility without sacrificing musical integrity, making his arrangements frequent fixtures in churches and concert halls alike.
Why we love this
Cliff Duren's arrangement harnesses the infectious energy of the original without overcomplicating the orchestration. The rhythmic momentum and straightforward harmonic language make this work immediately teachable while still delivering the emotional lift your congregation expects from contemporary praise music.
What to expect
Rhythmic vitality and unwavering optimism define this setting. The syncopated instrumental figures create forward momentum while the harmonic language remains warm and inviting, producing music that feels both celebratory and singable for congregational participation.
Who it's for
This arrangement serves choirs and worship teams seeking contemporary sacred music with enough orchestral sophistication to engage a full ensemble. It works equally well in church services, concert settings, and community celebrations where uplifting proclamation resonates with diverse audiences.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the groove early in rehearsals by isolating rhythm section entrances; the percussion and bass lines drive the entire piece, so lock them down before layering vocal parts.
- Balance the choir's rhythmic declaration with the instrumental parts rather than letting either dominate. Mark dynamic shapes in the score to prevent the setting from becoming one-dimensional.
- Rehearse the text projection separately from the melodic line. The phrase 'You are good, so good, all the time, all my life' carries proclamatory weight that requires intentional breath placement and consonant clarity.
How to use it
Position this as a set closer or festival opener where you need immediate audience engagement and a unifying moment of affirmation. Its contemporary idiom pairs naturally with other modern sacred works while offering enough musical substance to justify concert programming alongside more traditional repertoire.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic independence between vocal and instrumental parts
- Entrances and releases synchronized with orchestral accompaniment
- Sung text clarity at moderate to fast tempos
- Sustaining energy through repeated motivic material