Soon and Very Soon (arr. Jack Schrader): TTBB Choral Octavo
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Soon and Very Soon (arr. Jack Schrader): TTBB Choral Octavo

By Andraé Crouch / Arranged by Jack Schrader

Item: 35-DS00499223
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 8
SKU: 35-DS00499223

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About the Composer: Andraé Crouch

Andraé Crouch was a pivotal figure in contemporary Christian music, blending gospel, soul, and pop sensibilities into songs that connected deeply with congregations and concert audiences alike. His work as a composer, singer, and arranger shaped the sound of modern worship music from the 1970s onward, earning him recognition as a bridge between traditional gospel and the evolving tastes of contemporary listeners.

Why we love this

Jack Schrader's arrangement captures the infectious joy and spiritual conviction of Crouch's original while making it genuinely singable for male voices. The score balances accessibility with harmonic sophistication, giving your singers real musical material to sink their teeth into without requiring overnight preparation.

What to expect

This is music that moves with purpose and confidence. There's an underlying current of joy mixed with conviction, creating something that feels both celebratory and deeply sincere. The harmonic language keeps things fresh and interesting without ever feeling academic or distant.

Who it's for

Men's choirs looking for repertoire with genuine spiritual substance and contemporary relevance will find this arrangement engaging and rewarding. Directors programming sacred concerts or worship services benefit from a piece that speaks authentically to modern listeners while maintaining musical integrity.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the rhythmic pulse steady and intentional. This song thrives on rhythmic clarity, so lock in with your rhythm section early in rehearsals.
  • Shape the melodic lines with forward motion rather than excessive legato. The gospel heritage of the piece calls for a rhythmic vitality that straight-tone singing can obscure.
  • Lean into the call-and-response sections between sections. These moments are where the piece finds its conversational energy and emotional lift.
  • Balance clarity of text with musical phrase. The message matters here, so make sure your diction serves both the song's meaning and its groove.

How to use it

Position this as a centerpiece in a sacred or contemporary worship concert, where its energy can anchor a set of related repertoire. It also works beautifully as a spring or Easter season selection, offering the kind of affirmational message that resonates with both singers and listeners at those liturgical moments.

Skills your students will build

  • Rhythmic precision in gospel and contemporary idioms
  • Call-and-response singing and sectional interaction
  • Diction clarity for text-driven music
  • Voice leading in close harmony (TTBB writing)
  • Stylistic awareness of contemporary Christian music

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