This Is How We Know What Love Is: SATB Choral Octavo
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This Is How We Know What Love Is: SATB Choral Octavo

By Lee Black / By Annette Oden / Arranged by Marty Hamby

Item: 35-DS00263591
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 14
SKU: 35-DS00263591

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Why we love this

Marty Hamby's arrangement captures the emotional core of this text while keeping the vocal writing accessible for mixed choirs without sacrificing sophistication. The setting respects the simplicity of its message, allowing the text to resonate rather than compete with elaborate musical gestures. A piece that works equally well in concert and worship contexts, it lands with genuine impact.

What to expect

Direct and unguarded, this setting radiates warmth without sentimentality. The harmonic language is grounded in accessibility, yet shaped with enough care to keep singers engaged through repeated rehearsals and performances.

Who it's for

Intermediate to advanced SATB choirs seeking repertoire that speaks to both secular and sacred audiences. The 14-page score is substantial enough to warrant serious rehearsal time while remaining achievable for choirs with limited soloistic resources.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the inner voices carefully during sustained chords; sopranos and altos can easily obscure the tenor and bass lines that anchor the harmonic foundation.
  • Let the text breathe by observing phrase punctuation strictly. Resist the impulse to push through natural breaks, which will sharpen the emotional clarity.
  • Consider the acoustic properties of your venue when setting overall dynamics. This piece gains power through restraint rather than volume.

How to use it

Pair this with other contemporary choral writing for a concert that explores how modern arrangers approach timeless texts. Its thematic clarity makes it an excellent anchor for mixed programs, balancing lighter fare or more complex works depending on your programming arc.

Skills your students will build

  • Sustained legit singing and phrase management
  • Blend and balance across SATB lines during four-part harmony
  • Text projection and emotional connection to lyrics
  • Reading and performing contemporary choral notation and style marks

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