Sometimes less is more. Especially when...- You don’t have enough time to rehearse a more complicated piece
- You’re short on singers who can cover a 4-part arrangement
- You want to feature a song that resonates with young and old alike
- You’re going to be on vacation and want to make sure the choir is comfortable
- A last-minute change of service theme means you need something the choir knows
It’s not the number of people in your choir that matters as much as their desire to honor the Lord with the talent he’s given. Whether your group has 8 or 80 singers, finding the right hymn arrangement for your choir can really enhance your worship service.
Here are twelve of Discover Worship's best 3-part choir hymns:
All Glory, Laud and Honor: Sheldon Curry's majestic arrangement of this powerful 3-part worship anthem to our Redeemer King works especially well for Palm Sunday or Easter.
And Can It Be: Russell Mauldin has taken this beloved Wesleyan hymn and elegantly arranged it for a women's ensemble or 3-part choir--making it suitable for almost any worship setting.
Be Thou My Vision: A fresh yet traditional SAB version of this beloved hymn that's easy to learn and fun to sing--especially the optional a cappella ending.
Brethren, We Have Met to Worship: Travis Cottrell has set this well-known hymn as an upbeat, light contemporary worship song that works well for 3-part choir and congregation as well.
Come Thou Fount: Dave Williamson has adapted the traditional melody for SAT choir and transformed this song into an upbeat anthem for blended or contemporary services.
Fairest Lord Jesus: A fresh and engaging take on the traditional hymn that will speak to your worship team and the congregation alike. Arranged for 3-part choir or ensemble (with brief 4th part), this inviting piece works well in blended and contemporary settings and would fit well in any worship service.
Holy Holy Holy: Don Marsh's lush SSA vocal arrangement of this classic hymn is traditional, yet fresh. For women's 3-part choir or trio, this flexible and beloved song could work well in any style of service.
I Need Thee Every Hour: A beautiful arrangement by Dave Williamson for a 3-part choir, this well-known hymn is a lovely reminder of our profound need of the Lord. Works well in both a traditional or blended service setting.
I Surrender All: A lovely and stirring 3-part arrangement by Dave Williamson of the original hymn for a women's choir or ensemble. Would work well in both a traditional or blended worship setting.
I Will Sing of My Redeemer: This excellent, upbeat contemporary arrangement by Travis Cottrell makes this hymn accessible to multiple generations. For a 3-part choir, this anthem is an wonderful addition to a blended or contemporary service.
We Gather Together: For traditional settings, this well known song has been arranged for the 3-part choir with simple harmonies by Luke Woodard so your choir is ready to sing with one rehearsal.
What A Friend We Have in Jesus: A gentle, acoustic setting of the familiar lyric with a fresh new melody makes this a perfect anthem for every generation. Arranged for 3-part choir, this piece works well in traditional and blended settings.
Discover Worship was created in 1999 by a volunteer minister of music who believed that every choir--regardless of size or budget--deserved to have great, singable music. Browse our website at discoverworship.com to see how an annual membership can give your church access to thousands of selections.
