The Gospel Song: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Bob Kauflin / By Drew Jones / Arranged by Tom Fettke / Arranged by Thomas Grassi
Item: 35-PK00164116
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This text riding on a smooth melodic line and rich, warm harmonies tells the story - God coming to us out of love and, in dying for us, we live again. Here is a beautiful expression for Lord's Supper or any intimate worship moment. Duration: ca. 3:20.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00164116
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About the Composer: Bob Kauflin
Bob Kauflin has spent decades writing music that connects faith and worship through accessible, singable melodies. His compositions are rooted in both theological depth and practical musicianship, designed for congregations and choirs of varying skill levels to engage meaningfully with sacred text.
Why we love this
The arrangement balances intimacy with substance. String accompaniment adds textural warmth without overwhelming the choir, and the melodic line stays conversational enough that even modest singers feel heard rather than buried in harmony.
What to expect
Tender and unhurried. The piece unfolds like a quiet conversation rather than a proclamation, with rich harmonic colors that invite stillness. There's genuine warmth in the writing; listeners will feel the care in both melody and text.
Who it's for
This works well for church choirs, school chamber ensembles, and concert programs seeking repertoire that honors both artistic integrity and spiritual content. It suits groups comfortable with lush harmonies who want to program something emotionally substantive without excessive technical demands.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the text shape your phrasing rather than fighting against the harmonic rhythm. The message about resurrection and love needs breathing room.
- Balance the choir's part against the strings by rehearsing without accompaniment first. Once voices are confident, the instrumental layer will enhance rather than obscure.
- Treat the three minutes and twenty seconds as genuine reflection time. Resist the urge to rush through passages with text about redemption and new life.
- Pay attention to vowel consistency across parts, especially in the sustained sections where the strings are supporting. Unified vowels make the warm harmonies sound intentional rather than accidental.
How to use it
Consider this for moments when your program needs contemplative depth. It pairs naturally with other sacred or contemporary concert music and works equally well in worship contexts during communion or times of reflection. The modest duration makes it ideal for thematic programming around themes of grace or renewal.
Skills your students will build
- sustaining legit tone over longer phrases without tension
- balancing choir voices with instrumental accompaniment
- singing text-driven contemporary harmonies
- maintaining ensemble blend through sustained harmonic changes