Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

A beautiful setting of the traditional spiritual, this treble arrangement employs a cascading harmonic figure that expands from unison all the way to a perfect fourth. The rocking feel of the piece embodies

A common theme among spirituals is "the great judgment day" and the idea of hope for a better future. Incorporating quotes from Great Day as well as original verses with a stylish gospel piano

Upbeat and energetic, this spiritual setting is fresh and contemporary sounding, and it's a great confidence builder. Full of powerful and dramatic vocal effects and with carefully constructed ranges for

Dive deep into soul-stirring waters of two treasured spirituals with this fusion of Wade in the Water and Down by the Riverside. There's plenty of unison along with simple harmonies that

Fresh contemporary harmonies, fun-to-sing syncopations, and exhilarating rhythmic energy abound in this creative arrangement of the traditional spiritual that really works for mixed choirs of all ages. The

Feature a baritone soloist on this soul-stirring adaptation of the traditional spiritual also known as Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child. Appropriate for concerts or services, this artistic

A traditional spiritual in a stylized gospel setting, this arrangement is designed for all voice parts, with unison lines to suit choirs of any size and skill level. True to Thomas' style, the piano brings

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

Fun and energetic, this gospel-style a cappella arrangement of the traditional spiritual is easy to learn and dynamic to perform. There's plenty of repetition and very little divisi, making this

Recognized for its connection to the Underground Railroad by signaling the direction north, this traditional spiritual offers many teaching moments. This exciting arrangement is rhythmic and well supported

Authentically based on the arranger's early singing experiences, this adaptation of the traditional spiritual brings together a hybrid of styles, including gospel, pop, and jazz. A hushed introduction

This arrangement of the beloved civil rights anthem infuses the traditional melody with close harmonies, subtle elements of jazz, and effective movement. It is a powerful musical portrayal of people walking

Here is an original concert gospel work with a fierce piano accompaniment that will bring excitement and variety to your next performance. Quoting the familiar spiritual Roll, Jordan, Roll and

Elevate your next choral performance with this fresh spiritual arrangement! It's full of distinctive harmonies, a striking piano accompaniment, and breathtaking vocal lines that quote the spiritual

Opening with a soulful chorus that expresses deep sentiment, the texture opens up to vividly describe falling stars in the A section. The contrasting B section poignantly alludes to the impending second

With joyful music and lyrics, this original concert gospel work features lively piano accompaniment, percussion, and bass parts. Written for either mixed or tenor-bass choirs, the vocal scoring contributes

Original text enhances this arrangement of the traditional spiritual about holding on to hope in times of tribulation. Each individual voice part is given canonic material, building a foundation toward the

This is an accessible yet captivating spiritual arrangement that brings a fresh energy to your repertoire. With moments of limited divisi and extended vocal ranges, this piece offers an exhilarating

One of the most enduring spirituals gets a brilliant rendition in this arrangement for mixed voices. Blues nuances and stylized vocals are easy to master and exciting to sing, while the varied

This spectacular spiritual arrangement is inspiring and well written. With a play on words and some divisi near the end, the energetic writing will make this an exciting part of any service or concert!

The clever interplay between the vocal lines is really fun! A solid, swingin' interpretation of the traditional spiritual with a funky, bluesy piano accompaniment, this will be very impressive in

Acclaimed conductor and arranger Stacey V. Gibbs lends his signature style to this beloved traditional spiritual. Vibrant stacked harmonies, call-and-response interjections, and a joyfully ornamented "I