The Thrill of Hope (A New Service of Lessons and Carols): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Point Of Grace / As performed by Michael W. Smith / As performed by Hillsong / As performed by Christy Nockels / As performed by Lauren Daigle / As performed by Keith and Kristyn Getty / Arranged by Joseph M. Martin and Heather Sorenson / Arranged by Joseph M. Martin / Arranged by Heather Sorenson
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Combining traditional carols with the best of today's contemporary Christian seasonal selections, this cantata is an ideal choice for the traditional/transitional church. Using the well-known "Lessons and Carols" template, this work brings it all together for an outstanding blend of old and new. A fresh version of the traditional lessons written in modern language is a special feature. The work includes opportunities for the congregation to participate and as well as options for children's choir. Tell the old, old story in a brand new way with The Thrill of Hope. Songs include: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel; O Come, All Ye Faithful; Oh Children Come; Advent Hymn; All Is Well; Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus; What a Beautiful Name; Noel; Let the World Sing Gloria; One King; The Thrill of Hope; O Holy Night. Score and Parts (fl, ob, cl, hn 1-2, perc 1-2, rhy, vn 1-2, va, vc) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Score and Parts for Praise Band (perc 1-2, rhy) available as a digital download.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00437594
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About the Artist: Point Of Grace
Point Of Grace emerged from the contemporary Christian music scene in the 1990s, bringing sophisticated vocal arrangements and accessible melodies to a broad audience. Their approach to sacred music balances accessibility with artistic integrity, making them influential voices in how modern worship reaches congregational and choral settings.
Why we love this
This cantata respects both the liturgical weight of the Lessons and Carols tradition and the musical language your congregation actually sings on Sunday mornings. The fresh, contemporary arrangements paired with recognizable hymn texts create genuine musical substance without requiring your ensemble to masquerade as a professional touring group.
What to expect
The work carries the reverent, storytelling quality of a traditional Lessons and Carols service while singing in the harmonic and rhythmic vocabulary of modern Christian music. It feels neither antiquarian nor trendy, instead creating a warm, inclusive musical space where familiar texts meet fresh arrangements.
Who it's for
Churches seeking a substantial Christmas/Advent program that bridges traditional and contemporary musical languages will find this particularly valuable. Directors with choirs of mixed ability and congregations that value sing-along moments will appreciate how the work accommodates multiple skill levels without sacrificing musicianship.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the narration so the modernized lessons land clearly without overshadowing the choir; consider whether a single speaker or multiple voices suits your space and ensemble.
- Lean into the congregational participation moments as genuine communal singing, not filler. These sections set the work apart from typical cantatas.
- Use the flexibility of the instrumental options strategically. A praise band arrangement for some numbers and a fuller orchestra for others creates natural textural variety across the full service.
- Let the children's choir portions feel integrated rather than separate; positioning and acoustic space matter as much as the arrangement itself.
How to use it
Structure your Advent or Christmas service around this cantata as the centerpiece, allowing the lessons to frame your congregation's seasonal spiritual journey. The mix of sung movements, congregational participation, and spoken narrative provides natural pacing for a full service or extended program that sustains attention without exhaustion.
Skills your students will build
- Singing in contemporary harmonic language (seventh chords, modal mixture) while maintaining clean diction in four-part writing
- Coordinating with instrumental ensembles in multiple configurations (full orchestra versus praise band)
- Balancing expressive phrasing in emotionally weighted texts while serving congregational accessibility
- Responding to text-painting and interpretive nuance across a diverse song cycle