Was It A Morning Like This?: Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Keith Christopher
Item: 35-PK00026494
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Keith Christopher gives this classic contemporary song a fresh approach in this setting that sparkles with Easter joy. Quoting "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today," this celebratory anthem is quickly learned during the busy Easter season. Performance Time: Approx. 3:50
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00026494
More about this title
About the Artist: Keith Christopher
Keith Christopher has built a distinctive career as a composer and arranger whose work spans choral, band, and orchestral settings. Since 1992, ASCAP has recognized his prolific output with annual awards, and his arrangements have earned significant industry honors including a Gold Record for "A Merry Christmas with Brass" with The Dallas Brass and a Dove Award for the choral collection "More Songs for Praise and Worship."
Based in Nashville, Christopher maintains an active presence in music publishing with hundreds of pieces currently in print across multiple publishers. His work has circled the globe through performances and recordings, and he has produced over a thousand recordings for music publishers. Beyond composition, he is an author, having written the children's book "The First Christmas Night."
Why we love this
Christopher's gift for accessibility meets intention here. The piece learns quickly during the Easter rush without sacrificing musical substance or joy. The integration of "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today" grounds the contemporary setting in tradition while the orchestral accompaniment elevates the moment beyond what a simple arrangement would deliver.
What to expect
Bright and buoyant from the first measure, this setting radiates the kind of hope that contemporary Easter music should convey. The arrangement sparkles without becoming frivolous, balancing the joy of celebration with the weight of the liturgical moment.
Who it's for
Directors programming Easter services or spring concerts who need a contemporary anthem that still honors hymn tradition. This works equally well for choirs with strong orchestral support and programs seeking a piece that energizes rehearsals during a crowded season.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the choir texture against the orchestral foundation so the quote from "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today" emerges with clarity when it arrives.
- Allow the rhythm section and strings to establish the energetic character in the opening; this sets up the choir for confident entry.
- Shape the ending with intention; the celebratory quality relies on clean releases and unified dynamic control across both choral and instrumental forces.
How to use it
Position this as your primary Easter anthem, or pair it with a more introspective piece to create arc across your service or concert. The approximate 3:50 duration fits neatly into most program flows and the quick learning curve means you can introduce it even with limited rehearsal time before the holiday.
Skills your students will build
- Singing text with rhythmic confidence in contemporary pop idiom
- Blending choral and orchestral timbres
- Recognizing and performing hymn quotations within modern arrangements
- Sustaining energy and articulation in celebratory contexts