Spiritual & Gospel Arrangements for Worship

This is the most appealing arrangement of a spiritual that has been done in a long, long time! The beginning employs a unique treatment of the word "hush" that emphasizes the last two letters of the word in

Nominated for Song of the Year for the 1995 Dove Awards and recorded by the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, this choral setting will give your choir the opportunity to sing an authentic gospel piece in an

The artistically crafted piano accompaniment creates a gentle, wave-like motion to support the warm, lush choral textures and harmonies in this superb arrangement of the beloved spiritual. This elegant

Expressing all of the ways in which we are blessed, this original composition uses repetitive rhythms, chordal harmonies, and simple percussion patterns to achieve a fun, uplifting moment in concert or

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

"I am thankful for the journey...I am hopeful for the future...since I lay my burdens down." While this choral work is indeed a gospel powerhouse, it maintains a restrained, easy gospel feel that builds

After a stirring, soulful beginning that includes three optional solos, the piece explodes with radiance and joy accented by the festive punch of an optional tambourine.

The traditional spiritual is partnered with Amazing Grace and complemented with a rollicking gospel-style four-hand piano part. The result is a wonderful arrangement that's both fun and rich - a

Whether you first heard this as a child in Sunday School or know it from its origin as a traditional Quaker hymn, you will enjoy this lively and fun arrangement from Joseph Martin! With a gospel-style piano

Gentle piano gestures underscore a new melody for the traditional spiritual's words of comfort and assurance, "He's got the whole world in His hands." Choir and audience alike will be assured of God's

This familiar song sounds and feels as if it has always been a part of the folk song or spiritual genre. In this a cappella setting, optional percussion can be utilized to enliven the texture. Equally

A fun, syncopated spiritual for a cappella choir. There's also a part for a soprano solo. Requires a full group, as all parts divide at times. A rousing handclapper!

"I may not be all that you are, I may not be a shining star, but what I am I thank the Lord for making me his child." A deeply moving and profound text, Hogan has such a way of conveying hope and aspiration

This popular traditional folk song is combined with the spiritual Deep River to create a deeply moving presentation. The piece begins simply with a solo alto line, then the texture builds slowly as

If you have the choir and accompanist to handle this, you must give it a serious look because it is just phenomenal! In its original form, the song stems from the Delta Blues tradition, and was recorded by

Beautiful vocal lines and satisfying accompaniment are the hallmarks of anthems in the Congregational Anthem Series. Combining the beauty of choral anthems with the importance of congregational singing,

Here's a beloved American spiritual, sensitively prepared for concert or service use. The familiar strophic melody and expressive tempo markings stretch on each phrase and suggest more motion when the text