Sing to the Mountains

When the choir strikes up "Sing to the Mountains," a wave of pure, uncontained joy sweeps through the church. Based on the triumphant words of Psalm 118, this piece is a true celebration of life and salvation. The opening call to "sing to the sea" and "raise your voices" immediately invites the entire congregation into a space of profound gratitude. It is a song that refuses to be sung quietly.

In this lively SATB arrangement by Sim Belsondra, Bob Dufford’s classic melody takes on a bright, rhythmic energy. The voices trade the melody back and forth—the sopranos soaring with the main theme while the tenors and basses answer with bold, driving responses. During the verses, the choir reflects on God's saving grace, remembering how He "turned all death to life" and answered our deepest pleas.

Choirmasters often pull this piece out for Easter Sunday, Entrance processions, or any major feast day where the liturgy calls for high praise. The final coda builds into a massive, repeating crescendo of "Let all the earth rejoice," leaving both the singers and the congregation uplifted and ready to carry that joy out into the world.