How Great Thou Art (Reduced Instrumentation)

Style: Modern - Uplifting | Difficulty: Medium Difficult | Grade: 4+

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adapts one of the most popular Christian hymns of all time, second only to “Amazing Grace.” The hymn is based on a Swedish traditional melody and a poem written in 1885 by Carl Boberg (1859–1940). It was translated into German and then into Russian; finally, it was translated into English from the Russian by English missionary Stuart K. Hine, who also added two original verses of his own.

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Composed by: Key Poulan
Percussion by: Sean Gordon and Mark Branson
Originally commissioned by: West Ranch H.S., Newhall, California - Jason Marshall, Director
Published By: Key Poulan
Music Duration: 7:54

MUSIC SAMPLES

Mvt. 1: In Awesome Wonder is a glorious fantasia on the famous melody of “How Great Thou Art.” Virtuosic solos, contrasting textures, and rich orchestration truly invoke a sense of awesome wonder.
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Mvt. 2: Then Sings My Soul is a flowing ballad that blooms into a full ensemble proclamation of adoration for the whole of creation.
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Mvt. 3: How Great Thou Art offers an alternative spin on the melody, arranged in a minor key, with added intensity and drama to make an impressive final statement.
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