Yes, He Did!: Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by J. Paul Williams / Arranged by Lloyd Larson
Item: 35-PK00309357
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Yes, He Did! - Guitar: Choral Instrumental Pak | $7.00 | |
| Yes, He Did! - Bass: Choral Instrumental Pak | $7.00 | |
| Yes, He Did! - Drums: Choral Instrumental Pak | $7.00 |
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Description
Uses: General, Christ the King
Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20; I Corinthians 15:3-8
This delightful gospel original is guaranteed to please. Springing straight from scripture, each verse of this spiritual tells of an important season in the life of Jesus. With energizing vocals and a splendid piano part, this is a must-do for choirs seeking stylistic variety in their musical selections. Instrumental parts (gtr, b, dm) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.
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Additional Details
Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00309357
More about this title
About the Arranger: J. Paul Williams
J. Paul Williams earned his Bachelor of Music in voice from Oklahoma Baptist University and his Master of Music in theory and composition from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Over his career, he established himself as a prolific composer and lyricist, with nearly 700 published works across 25 different publishers serving both school and church markets. His pieces have resonated with choirs worldwide and received regular performance at venues like the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, California.
Williams spent 35 years as a Minister of Music, serving congregations across Oklahoma, Texas, and Arkansas while simultaneously building his reputation as a clinician and workshop leader. In his later career, he transitioned to full-time work as a lyricist and clinician, collaborating with over 50 composers on the final half of his songwriting catalog. His dual expertise in both sacred music and choral pedagogy shaped his approach to creating works that engage both singers and audiences.
Why we love this
Williams grounds this spiritual in scripture with real theological substance while maintaining the infectious energy gospel music demands. The piano part carries genuine musical weight rather than serving merely as accompaniment, giving your organist or pianist something genuinely rewarding to play. Programming this offers choirs a chance to explore authentic spiritual tradition without sacrificing the stylistic variety your season needs.
What to expect
The piece radiates warmth and conviction. Each verse unfolds a different moment from Jesus's story with the kind of straightforward eloquence that lets the theology do its work without melodrama. The combination of energized vocals and a substantial piano part creates momentum that feels earned rather than manufactured.
Who it's for
Choirs seeking authentic gospel writing that serves both liturgical and concert settings. Directors building programs that honor sacred music traditions while maintaining contemporary appeal to singers and audiences alike.
How to get the most out of it
- Anchor the rhythm section around the drum and bass parts; they establish the groove that makes the gospel feel land with purpose rather than floating as a generic 'spiritual' treatment.
- Let the piano breathe in moments where the voices drop back; Williams wrote this part to lead as much as support, so resist the urge to underplay it.
- Balance vocal energy with textual clarity; the scripture connections mean these lyrics carry specific weight, so articulation matters as much as enthusiasm.
How to use it
Slot this into services or concerts where you need genuine musical substance paired with congregational or audience connection. The included guitar, bass, and drums parts make it flexible for either a full band setup or a more intimate accompaniment approach, so it adapts to whatever your worship or performance context demands.
Skills your students will build
- Gospel rhythmic phrasing and swing interpretation
- Ensemble cohesion with mixed instrumental accompaniment
- Text painting for scriptural content
- Stylistic flexibility across sacred music idioms