Whom Shall I Fear (God of Angel Armies): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Chris Tomlin / Arranged by Harold Ross
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Uses: General, Praise Team Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:9; Isaiah 54:17 The promise that God is "always by our side" is driven home in this chart-topping song from Chris Tomlin's "Burning Lights" album. Masterfully set here into choral form, the gentle opening gradually builds into all-out worship and then wraps up with a quiet statement of affirmation at the end.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00278228
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About the Artist: Chris Tomlin
Chris Tomlin stands among contemporary Christian music's most prolific songwriters, with compositions that have become standards in worship settings across denominational lines. His gift for crafting memorable melodies paired with theologically grounded lyrics has made his work essential repertoire for choirs and praise teams seeking songs that resonate both musically and spiritually.
Why we love this
Harold Ross's choral arrangement respects the song's essential architecture while giving it real depth through layered dynamics. The structure itself tells the theological story: restraint gives way to full ensemble power, then resolves into intimacy, making this a complete worship arc that your singers will feel and your congregation will experience.
What to expect
The piece unfolds like a conversation about faith: conversational and warm at first, gaining urgency and collective power as the message deepens, then settling into a quiet place of trust. The dynamic arc creates genuine emotional movement that lifts listeners from reflection into affirmation.
Who it's for
Worship leaders and choral directors working with praise teams or traditional choirs who want contemporary repertoire with theological substance. The song's familiar melody makes it accessible for developing singers while the arrangement gives experienced ensembles room to create sophisticated musical expression.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening with restraint. The gentle beginning relies on clean intonation and textural clarity; resist the urge to add volume early.
- Build the key instrumental moments deliberately. The gradual intensity shift is most effective when it feels organic rather than sudden.
- Emphasize text clarity during the climactic section. When everyone sings full voice, diction becomes the element that communicates the promise to listeners.
- Return to the closing affirmation with intentional quietness. This isn't just soft; it's a shift in energy that reinforces the comfort of the message.
How to use it
This works beautifully in a contemporary worship service or as a bridge between traditional and modern repertoire in a concert setting. Its emotional trajectory makes it an ideal closing number for a service or program segment focused on trust and assurance.
Skills your students will build
- Dynamic control across a wide range (pianissimo to full ensemble)
- Shaping long phrases through textural layering
- Balancing melody and harmony in worship idiom
- Responding to emotional arc in contemporary sacred music