Then Sings My Soul (how Great Thou Art) (arr. Mary McDonald): Choral Instrumental Pak
By Stuart K. Hine / Arranged by Michael Lawrence / Arranged by Mary McDonald
Item: 35-PK00433668
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Then Sings My Soul (how Great Thou Art)
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00433668
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About the Composer: Stuart K. Hine
Stuart K. Hine (1899-1989) was a British songwriter and musician whose most enduring legacy is his English lyrics for the Swedish hymn "How Great Thou Art." Originally composed by Carl Boberg in 1885, Hine discovered the melody in the 1920s and crafted words that would make it one of the most beloved modern hymns in English-speaking churches.
Hine's contribution transformed a regional Swedish tune into a global staple of Christian worship. His text captures profound theological depth while remaining singable and memorable, and his work demonstrates the power of skillful translation and adaptation in sacred music. For music educators, Hine exemplifies how arrangers and lyricists shape the repertoire that sustains congregational and choral traditions.
Why we love this
This arrangement respects the hymn's stature while giving it fresh musical life through orchestration. The Instrumental Pak format means your singers aren't dependent on a single instrumental setup; you can adapt to whatever ensemble resources you have on hand, making this genuinely accessible for churches and school choirs of varying sizes.
What to expect
Majestic and intimate at once. The arrangement honors the hymn's reverent character while offering enough musical substance to engage both singers and listeners on a deeper level. There's an unhurried grandeur here, the sense of something timeless being handled with care.
Who it's for
Churches and school choirs seeking a substantial arrangement of a hymn that reaches across denominational and musical boundaries. This works equally well for festival programming, memorial services, or moments when you want something that audiences will recognize and trust.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the vocal texture so the text remains clear. The arrangement's richness can easily obscure the word painting that makes this hymn work spiritually and emotionally.
- Establish a steady, unrushed tempo in rehearsal before adding any dynamics or expressive gestures. This hymn gains its power from inevitability, not from pushing forward.
- Listen for the harmonic progressions that underscore the theology. Points where the harmony shifts or expands often align with textual ideas about awe and revelation; let these moments breathe.
How to use it
Pair this with other contemporary hymn settings to create a thematic block on faith and devotion, or use it as an anchor piece in a mixed-repertoire concert where you want something with immediate resonance for your audience. It also serves beautifully as the climactic moment in a service of music where other, lighter selections have come before.
Skills your students will build
- Singing hymnic text with clear articulation while maintaining phrase shape
- Blending within a four-part or divisi choral texture
- Responding to harmonic support from instrumental accompaniment
- Expressing spiritual and emotional content through sustained singing
- Navigating an arrangement that balances accessibility with musical substance