There Is A Song In The Air: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Heather Sorenson and Josiah G. Holland / By Heather Sorenson / By Josiah G. Holland
Item: 35-PK01264200
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A reimagining of a beloved Christmas carol, this warm and inviting octavo gathers you in its arms and fills you with its gentle beauty. Contemporary yet timeless, the conversational approach to the music brings a sense of innocent wonder to the nativity story.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01264200
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About the Composer: Heather Sorenson and Josiah G. Holland
Heather Sorenson is a prolific composer and arranger whose work spans choral, instrumental, and worship music. Her arrangements strike a careful balance between accessibility and artistic depth, making her a trusted voice in music education for nearly three decades. Josiah G. Holland wrote the original text and melody for "There Is A Song in the Air" in the 19th century, creating one of Christmas's most enduring carol traditions.
Why we love this
Sorenson's touch transforms a familiar carol into something that feels both fresh and reverent without losing the tune that audiences recognize immediately. The conversational writing creates natural entry points for singers of varying experience levels, so your ensemble can focus on shaping phrase and capturing the wonder rather than wrestling with technical complexity.
What to expect
The music wraps around you like candlelight and quiet certainty. There's an innocent sincerity here that avoids sentimentality, built on clear melodic lines and the kind of harmonic warmth that lets the story of the nativity unfold without decoration.
Who it's for
Choirs of any size looking for a contemporary Christmas offering that respects both the carol's legacy and modern sensibilities. This works equally well for community choirs, school groups, and church programs seeking something warmer than a straight hymn arrangement.
How to get the most out of it
- Honor the gentle pacing the score suggests. Resist the urge to rush; let the simplicity of the accompaniment breathe and support the choir's storytelling.
- Balance vocal blend across sections so that no single part dominates the texture. This arrangement thrives when all voices work as one instrument.
- Work with your accompanist on the conversational quality mentioned in the text. Instrumental parts should respond to vocal phrases rather than simply double them.
How to use it
Pair this with a mix of both traditional and contemporary carols to create a program that feels cohesive yet varied. It serves as an ideal centerpiece for a Christmas concert or as a touchstone piece in a longer worship service where contemplation matters as much as celebration.
Skills your students will build
- Singing with uniform vowel shapes across a sustained, legible melody
- Responding to accompaniment texture and phrasing rather than relying solely on harmonic support
- Shaping longer musical lines with intentional breath placement and dynamic shape
- Blending as an ensemble within a texture that prioritizes clarity over density