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Where's The Line To See Jesus?: Choral Instrumental Pak

By Chris Loesch / By Steve Haupt / Arranged by Keith Christopher

Item: 35-PK00187689

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This song became an internet sensation and Hal Leonard is pleased to present it in choral form. You may find this novel song useful for a variety of December services as well as pageants and Living Christmas tree programs, or feature your children's choir or a child soloist for a tender moment anytime during the season.

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
SKU: 35-PK00187689

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Why we love this

The genuine curiosity in this song's melody and lyric creates an immediate emotional connection without requiring heavy orchestration or complex harmonies. Its internet origins give it cultural relevance for your singers, who likely know the tune already, making rehearsals feel contemporary rather than imposed. The arrangement works equally well as a hushed, intimate moment or a program opener that draws listeners in with its tender simplicity.

What to expect

Innocent and unguarded, with a melody that lingers in memory long after the final note. The piece carries genuine warmth without sentimentality, capturing the earnest perspective of a child's question posed to the divine.

Who it's for

Children's choirs, small ensembles, and soloists who need a showcase moment during holiday services and pageants. Directors seeking repertoire that resonates with younger singers and audiences alike will find this arrangement accessible and meaningful.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the solo voice carefully against the orchestra; this piece thrives on transparency and intimate storytelling rather than fullness.
  • Shape the melodic line with gentle phrase arcs. The simplicity of the tune demands expressive phrasing to avoid sounding flat.
  • Communicate the song's childlike wonder through vocal tone rather than dynamics; aim for warm, open vowels that feel conversational.
  • Work with your accompanist to keep the orchestral support light and supportive, particularly in the opening moments.

How to use it

Feature this as an interlude between larger choral works to provide contrast and emotional breathing room during December concerts. Its straightforward charm makes it ideal for opening a holiday service or as the centerpiece of a children's choir segment, particularly alongside readings or pageant scenes.

Skills your students will build

  • Sustained legato singing with natural phrasing
  • Balancing ensemble blend with solo clarity
  • Singing with emotional intention in a simple melodic framework
  • Responding to orchestral accompaniment dynamically

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