In That Great Gettin' Up Mornin'!

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Voice 1, Voice 2, Piano — This beloved spiritual has a long history and many verses. The story, many times, is interpreted as "going to heaven," but traditionally it is about the "second coming" of Christ and believed to be written for the Advent season.The text I chose to use for this rhythmic and lively two-part arrangement makes good use of the rhythmic chorus with the phrase "fare thee well," which is echoed between the parts, creating a syncopated feel in the cut-time meter. The verses focus on "the coming of a new day," meeting Gabriel and hearing him "blow his trumpet."xa0 There is an especially fun semi-a cappella section beginning at m. 57, when the half-time feel claps pair with a call-and-answer style to the vocal setting.The ranges fit perfectly on the staff so young singers will sing fully and easily. That doesn't mean there are not musical challenges. There are lots of dynamic points and rhythmic phrases to explore and interpret making this arrangement a great teaching piece that will lead to a satisfying and exciting performance. This rhythmic and lively two-part arrangement of a beloved spiritual is a great teaching piece. With many dynamic points and rhythmic phrases to explore and interpret, it is certain to lead to a satisfying and exciting performance.

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