Be Still by The Fray 4-Part - Digital Sheet Music

Chorus Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1814551

By The Fray. By Ben Wysocki; David Welsh; Isaac Slade; Joseph King. Arranged by Christopher Santanelli. This edition: pdf. Christian, Pop, Religious, Rock, Sacred. 7 pages. Christopher Santanelli #1374596. Published by Christopher Santanelli (A0.1814551).

Be Still (made popular by The Fray) is reimagined here as a richly expressive SATB choral arrangement with piano that beautifully bridges the worlds of mainstream pop/rock and contemporary sacred music. Opening poco rubato at a reflective tempo, the piano establishes a flowing, arpeggiated texture that supports warm, sustained choral lines before expanding into fuller four-part harmony. This arrangement thoughtfully layers entrances—often pairing voices in imitation and parallel motion—to build emotional intensity, particularly in the recurring “Be still and know” refrains, where dynamic shaping and carefully voiced chords create a reassuring, anthem-like sonority. The climactic sections broaden both range and dynamic scope, allowing choirs to move from intimate storytelling to a powerful declaration, before tapering to a gentle, ritardando close that feels both tender and resolute.

Ideal for school choirs seeking an uplifting, SEL-centered concert piece or church choirs desiring meaningful worship repertoire with crossover appeal, this arrangement offers accessible yet sophisticated part-writing, expressive piano accompaniment, and a compelling emotional arc—making it a standout choice for programs centered on hope, resilience, and quiet strength.