You Raise Me Up (arr. Roger Emerson) - Sheet Music for Josh Groban

The sheet music for "You Raise Me Up (arr. Roger Emerson)" brings Josh Groban's powerful anthem to life in a three-part choral arrangement with piano accompaniment — delivering exactly what the song promises.

Sheet Music "You Raise Me Up (arr. Roger Emerson)" – Hymnic Choral Setting for Three Women's Voices

"You Raise Me Up" is built on a single promise: elevation. The melody rises, the harmony opens up, and anyone who sings this song feels it firsthand. Brendan Graham wrote the lyrics as a quiet source of strength. Josh Groban brought it to global audiences in 2003. Since then, this song has worked in every setting — because it touches something that needs no explanation. For a choir, that is both an invitation and a responsibility.

Roger Emerson is one of the most experienced choral arrangers in American vocal music. His SSA setting thinks in terms of voice leading, not filler. The soprano voices carry the melodic line clearly and without dilution. The second soprano and alto parts build a harmonic foundation beneath it that gives the piece its characteristic sonic depth. The arrangement is designed for stage impact — it sounds larger than three voices might suggest.

If you work with SSA choirs and are looking for a piece that challenges voices without overwhelming them, this is the right choice. The voice leading is clearly defined and the intervals are singable. Ensembles with a solid technical foundation will navigate it comfortably — no professional background required. A well-rehearsed performance of this piece reveals how three voices together can create something greater than the sum of their parts.

Equally suited for concert and classroom — this arrangement works on stage and in the rehearsal room. Download instantly and get started right away. 100% licensed — legally performance-ready from the moment you download.

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