When Peace Shall Come: SSA Choral Octavo
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When Peace Shall Come: SSA Choral Octavo

As performed by John Jacobson / Arranged by John Purifoy

Item: 35-DS00262544
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 7
SKU: 35-DS00262544

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About the Artist: John Jacobson

John Jacobson

John Jacobson has spent decades creating musical experiences that connect young singers to something larger than themselves. His work with America Sings! Inc., the nonprofit he founded and leads as volunteer president, demonstrates his conviction that music education and community service belong together. President George Bush recognized this philosophy by naming him a Point of Light award winner for helping young artists channel their talents toward meaningful charitable work.

Educated at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (Music Education) and Georgetown University (Liberal Studies), Jacobson has authored and composed dozens of musicals and choral works performed by millions of students worldwide. His credentials include staging massive festival ensembles for Walt Disney Productions, directing broadcasts for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and serving as Senior Contributing Writer for John Jacobson's Music Express Magazine. He continues creating choral publications through E.C. Schirmer and Alfred Publications, and leads JJ and Me, Inc., which offers educational content through Music Play Online.

Why we love this

Jacobson brings his trademark gift for creating music that matters to young singers. When Peace Shall Come sits at the intersection of technical accessibility and genuine emotional substance, giving SSA choirs a chance to explore text about hope without requiring advanced vocal ranges or complex harmonic language.

What to expect

A piece rooted in aspiration and quieter reflection. The text about peace creates a contemplative emotional landscape, and Purifoy's arrangement likely honors that tone while keeping the music singable and resonant for young voices.

Who it's for

SSA or SSAA choirs seeking repertoire that combines musical substance with message. This works well for ensembles at the intermediate level who are ready to explore thematic depth without getting tangled in technical complexity.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the opening by establishing a clear dynamic trajectory through the first phrase; let the text drive how much air and intensity you ask for at each moment.
  • Balance the SSA voicing so soprano lines don't overshadow the alto part; this arrangement likely depends on both voices carrying equal weight.
  • Consider how silence or space around cadences can deepen the piece's emotional impact; resist the urge to rush into the next phrase.

How to use it

Pair this with other hope-centered or peace-themed works for a concert segment with real thematic cohesion. Its seven pages make it substantial enough to anchor a set without overwhelming a concert's arc.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing with clear diction in service of meaningful text
  • Balancing soprano and alto lines in SSA voicing
  • Sustaining legit tone across longer phrases
  • Understanding how emotional intent shapes interpretation choices

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