Trading My Sorrows: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Darrell Evans / Arranged by BJ Davis
Item: 35-PK00163123
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Regardless of our situation, His promise will endure - we can trade our sorrows, shame, sickness, pain, and lay them all down for the love of the Lord. BJ Davis's unique treatment of this popular worship song will have your congregation singing along with the choir. Duration: ca. 3:40.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00163123
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About the Composer: Darrell Evans
Darrell Evans is a prolific composer and worship leader whose music has shaped contemporary Christian songwriting for decades. His ability to craft melodies that resonate spiritually while remaining accessible to congregational singers has made his compositions staples in churches worldwide.
Why we love this
BJ Davis transforms this beloved hymn into an orchestral moment that invites the entire room into worship. The arrangement respects the song's emotional core while building a lush instrumental foundation that gives your choir space to lead without overwhelming.
What to expect
Tender and unhurried, like sitting with someone in their pain and discovering unexpected peace. The orchestral writing creates space for reflection without ever feeling sparse or apologetic about the arrangement's emotional weight.
Who it's for
Directors leading choirs with orchestra access who want contemporary worship material with depth and sophistication. This works equally well for concert settings and congregational use, bridging the gap between what sounds fresh and what feels spiritually grounded.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the choir's melody against the orchestral color by rehearsing without accompaniment first, then gradually layer in the full score so singers don't retreat into the texture.
- Shape the dynamic arc across the full 3:40 to avoid a static middle section; mark breath points that align with natural harmonic shifts rather than lyrical convenience.
- Bring the string section into detailed rehearsal separate from the choir; the sustaining voices require attention to intonation and ensemble blend that differs from your standard choral sectional.
- Let the arrangement's orchestration guide your interpretation of text emphasis; the instrumental writing often highlights words worth lingering on.
How to use it
Place this in a sacred concert or service where you're exploring themes of faith and resilience. It also serves as a powerful closer for a program mixing traditional hymns with contemporary treatments, giving audiences a moment of collective breathing before they leave.
Skills your students will build
- Singing with orchestral accompaniment (ensemble and balance awareness)
- Sustaining tone quality across longer phrases without instrumental support every measure
- Understanding contemporary harmonic language in a devotional context
- Responding to text expression within an arranged instrumental framework