SATB Spirituals and Gospel Music

This joyful American song speaks of how we will "all rise together" in the morning, reflecting on the idea of leaving the troubles of the world to embark on a better day. The hopeful text and cheerful

In this original choral setting of the spiritual Rockin' Jerusalem, the bells are intended to imitate the sounds of gunshots in a rallying cry for justice. The intensity and depth of this

Here's a choral fantasy on the traditional African American spiritual for your advanced ensembles. That middle section is our musical prayer of hope that, like the sentiment of this Spiritual, will continue

This inspired arrangement of the traditional spiritual delivers an exciting highlight perfect for concerts and festivals. With some divisi towards the end, your singers will bring the house down!

Like all of the Shaw–Parker editions of the classic spirituals, this a cappella arrangement for divisi mixed choir is among the finest available. Its authenticity and sensitive portrayal capture all

True to Carter's style, this traditional spiritual is set with integrity and care, presented here in a beautifully engraved edition. Wonderful part-writing is brought to life by a featured solo soaring

From the smooth layered opening to the spectacular jazz conclusion, this is an a cappella King's Singers arrangement to bring down the house! Full of rhythmic, melodic and lyric twists, it is a challenge,

Elijah's message and its many transitions recalls the journey of life and its many transitions. This exciting, rhythmic arrangement is a welcome addition to any concert program by advanced high school,

Here's a wonderful opportunity for your choir to "pull out all the stops" as they recreate the full depth and vitality of this magnificent spiritual. Moses Hogan's unique and exciting a cappella arrangement

This is amazing! A tremendously fun and interesting setting of the traditional spiritual Elijah Rock, this arrangement for double choir goes well beyond eight parts in some places. Challenging and

Freshly arranged, this a cappella setting of the well-known spiritual presents a rhythmic harmonization in an upbeat texture that will appeal to better choirs. The integrity of the spiritual is upheld,

This accessible gospel-style arrangement of the beloved spiritual is fun to sing. The wheel imagery is emphasized with cyclical melodic passages throughout. The piano part is perfectly stylized, and the

Poet Langston Hughes writes, "A long time ago, an enslaved people heading toward freedom made up a song: Keep Your Hand on the Plow! Hold On! The plow plowed a new furrow, and into that furrow, the

This setting is destined to take its place as one of the great arrangements of this classic spiritual. Highly rhythmic and ever energetic, with layered ostinatos and blues influences, it will be a great

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

Crafted for the Jason Max Ferdinand Singers, this expert arrangement encompasses a variety of styles and textures while keeping the true spirit of the original. Drawing on both traditional and

Masterful arranging and a mix of styles and influences bring grace and power to this treasured hymn in the Amanda Quist Choral Series. Smooth a cappella vocal lines and expressive soulful textures will