I Will Sing Of My Redeemer

Grade Level 3
Year: 2016
Type: Solo for Bb T.C., B.C., or C Instrument with optional duet in Bb or C
Composer: Steven Kellner

Program Notes:
“I Will Sing of My Redeemer” was the last song written by the prolific American gospel hymnist, Philip Bliss, before his death in a train accident. (Bliss survived the accident but died attempting to rescue his wife from the wreckage.) The hymn was set to a spirited triple time tune by James McGranahan and became a favorite in many denominational hymnals. This solo (with optional duet) is arranged in a gospel-blues style that is true to the original tune while exploring the characteristic harmony and “riffing” of the blues idiom.

American Instrumental Ensemble Series (AIES/ABES)