We Will Shine Like The Sun (SAB/piano)
“We Will Shine Like The Sun” is an uptempo piece; this arrangement is for combined SA treble choir & SATB choir with piano accompaniment.. The empowering text inspires imagination with optimistic lyrics that are ideal for young singers. The score includes a driving piano accompaniment, a clapping section, and an optional tambourine part. The rousing ending makes it especially suitable as a program opener or closer.
“We Will Shine Like The Sun” was a winner of the 2018 Hong Kong Children’s Choir Composition Competition.
| Voicing: | SAB |
| Language: | English |
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