You Are The New Day (adapt. Jacob Narverud): SATB Choral Octavo
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You Are The New Day (adapt. Jacob Narverud): SATB Choral Octavo

As performed by The King's Singers / Edited by Jacob Narverud

Item: 35-DS00400704
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 10
SKU: 35-DS00400704

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About the Artist: The King's Singers

The King's Singers are six-man vocal ensemble renowned for their technically pristine and musically intelligent interpretations of repertoire spanning Renaissance motets to contemporary pop arrangements. Since their founding in 1968, they have set the standard for tight ensemble singing, distinctive blend, and interpretive sophistication that influences choral programs worldwide.

Their arrangements exemplify what becomes possible when singers understand both classical vocal technique and the rhythmic and harmonic language of modern music. For educators, their work models how to treat popular material with genuine musicality and respect for the voice.

Why we love this

Jacob Narverud's adaptation captures the uplifting message of this modern spiritual without sacrificing the harmonic richness that King's Singers audiences expect. Your choir will find themselves singing genuine four-part writing that challenges their blend and intonation in rewarding ways, all while connecting to music that feels immediate and joyful.

What to expect

The piece radiates quiet confidence and warmth. Narverud's harmonies unfold with thoughtful voice leading that lets each section breathe, creating moments of genuine harmonic richness that feel both modern and timeless. Singers will experience the satisfaction of voices locking into genuine blend while delivering a message of hope.

Who it's for

This arrangement works beautifully for choirs with solid fundamentals in four-part blend and intonation who want to explore contemporary material with substance. High school and college choirs, as well as community ensembles seeking repertoire that feels both accessible and musically rewarding, will find this a compelling choice.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the soprano and alto lines in the opening section so that the harmonic progression reads clearly; these upper voices carry the melodic identity before the tenors and basses enter.
  • Establish a consistent vowel shape across all four parts during sustained harmonies. Record yourselves and listen specifically to how the blend shifts when one section drifts in vowel color.
  • Pay attention to the text underlay in moments where syllables sit across multiple notes. The rhythm of the words should propel the phrase forward, not fight against the harmonic rhythm.

How to use it

Pair this with other contemporary sacred or secular works that explore themes of renewal and community to create a program arc that resonates emotionally. It also stands alone as a strong closer for a concert, offering uplift without sentimentality. Consider programming it near the end of your rehearsal year when your blend has matured and ensemble singing feels natural.

Skills your students will build

  • Four-part blend and vowel unification across sustained harmonies
  • Voice leading awareness through awareness of their individual line within the harmonic progression
  • Rhythmic precision in text setting and phrase shaping
  • Intonation maintenance in contemporary harmonic language

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