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Based on the African-American spiritual, this anthem for Easter is perfect for smaller choirs wanting an upbeat a cappella anthem to include in their Easter celebrations. With the exception of a few

This spellbinding, free fantasia-like oratorio is thought to be the first-ever symphonic work based solely on African-American spirituals and folklore. Originally written and performed in 1919, the

This excellent a cappella setting of the familiar spiritual includes soloist and SATB choir.  The key, ranges and texture are accessible and support the mood of the arrangement. This is a piece your

Dynamic and powerful, this piece is based on the spiritual He Never Said a Mumblin' Word. It is part of the cantata Simon Bore the Cross, which pulls into sharp focus individuals of

The traditional spiritual is arranged here with contrasting sections, alternating between mournful, slow verses and finger snapping, and swing refrains supported by a walking-bass accompaniment. The

Based on the compelling American spiritual Keep Your Hand on the Plow, this arrangement for three-part choir, assembly, keyboard, guitar, and jazzy solo trumpet set in a New Orleans bluesy/jazzy

From the first note, it's clear that this arrangement of the traditional spiritual is something special. The yearning for comfort in times of trouble on the journey through life is underlined by delicate,

A contemporary composition written in the style of a spiritual, this piece brings a message of hope, determination, and reassurance. It is intended to be sung a cappella, but if support is needed, the vocal

A familiar, easy spiritual based on themes of service and discipleship, this arrangement is straightforward - beginning in unison, then moving to traditional four-part harmony. Especially accessible to

A theme prevalent in the spriitual/gospel genre, while we grow weary in the journey through life, we rest in faith and continue on. This acappella setting is lovely and will challenge your choir with large

New music is gracefully set to the familiar gospel text Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me. The music is very compelling and harmonically interesting. Divisi of the lower three voices occurs sparingly

Treat your choir to this gospel-style piece that has lyrics that can be performed in any school. The simple yet engaging counterpoint and the gospel harmonies and rhythms are sure to be a favorite of your

This anthem is a wonderful setting of Psalm 17 from the In Spirit and Truth Series (music by African American Catholic composers). The well-crafted refrain and verses will allow everyone to shine and will

Choirs of all shapes and sizes will love singing this a cappella spiritual. The modulation into the third verse creates a surge of excitement to the final declaration, "Christians will be shoutin' on that

Set for soloist and a cappella mixed choir, this sparkling arrangement of the traditional spiritual stays in only four parts throughout, making it accessible to school, church, and university choirs.

It is said that hope springs eternal for humanity. But where, one might ask, does humanity spring forth toward hope? Alice Parker might answer, "Here! through singing together, by joining our voices in