Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

Written in the spirit of compassion and empathy for all people, this prayer of St. Francis of Assisi has been wonderfully set in an upbeat gospel style that brings strength and conviction to this powerful

This delightful partnering of two traditional spirituals in a rhythmic, jazzy style is both easy to teach and fun for your singers. Both songs are introduced in unison and two-part harmony before partnering

Here's a rhythmic and exciting setting of the traditional spiritual with a gospel-style piano accompaniment for mixed choirs. Beginning in a lighter style, the piece transitions to a slower section with an

Mostly known for its association with the Underground Railroad, this traditional African-American spiritual is presented in an upbeat gospel setting. The stylized piano accompaniment really drives the

Creative piano parts set the mood for this set of three well-known spirituals that can be easily learned by developing choirs. Each spiritual - Oh, Won't You Sit Down?; Deep River with

"I'm gonna keep on 'til I find it, there is more love somewhere." This simple chorus from a traditional spiritual is a perfect theme for young singers. Alternating between accompanied and a cappella

The well-known spiritual is carefully adapted for developing and smaller choirs. Full of musical energy, with syncopation that enhances the text and a driving, supportive piano accompaniment, this spiritual

Two treasured spirituals, Little David, Play on Your Harp and Ezekiel Saw the Wheel, partner in a veritable dance with a lighthearted piano accompaniment. Expertly crafted for two-part

This terrific arrangement of Ezekiel Saw the Wheel not only takes the familiar spiritual into a minor key, but also uses an ostinato in the lower voices to create the feeling of a wheel spinning -

Contemporary harmonies, cool syncopations in the vocal parts, and a rhythmically supportive accompaniment grace Victor C. Johnson's high energy setting of this favorite spiritual. This work is a marvelous

This energetic spiritual setting is everything you need for a rousing performance by your young singers. A driving piano accompaniment with solid vocal writing and many dynamic twists and turns sets this

The traditional spiritual is treated in a more up-tempo feel with occasional rhythmic syncopations. This jubilant and celebratory setting has accessible vocal writing and an easily learned piano part that

This energetic rendition of a classic spiritual for developing mixed choirs is loaded with rhythmic and melodic flair. The short dialogue between the high and low voices adds an extra level of anticipatory

Two traditional favorites, I Want to Rise and Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, are woven together in this medley that presents the melodies in unison or simple harmony before partnering the two

The arranger's style is evident in every measure of this extraordinary gospel-rock setting! With a good mix of unison, two-part and fully voiced chorals, easy-to-feel syncopations, and a supportive piano

Opening with "Keep your lamps trimmed and burning!" as a dramatic rubato statement, this incredibly creative arrangement then kicks into a driving, rhythmically intense feel that never lets up!  A most

This adventurous spiritual arrangement is a great confidence builder for developing choirs. With a stylistic nod to Dilworth, this gospel-tinged arrangement is powerful and dramatic, with interesting

This original spiritual with easy vocal parts and a naturally flowing pentatonic melody make this a great choice for any growing choir. Bright, animated, and fresh, this  arrangement is sure to please