This arrangement of the classic spiritual uses vocal jazz techniques and expanded harmonies to lift the text off of the paper, resulting in an unquestionably cool and fun setting. Performed and recorded by
This spiritual is full of joy, though it comes from a tumultous time. This arrangement uses rhythmic passages and complex harmonies at times to convey what it means to escape this life of toil. An excellent
This is an incredibly dynamic newly-composed spiritual with a rhythmic drive that is true to the spiritual and gospel style. This would make a fantastic concert closer for any performance.
This contemporary setting of the wildly popular spiritual is spirited and imaginative. Percussive and rhythmic vocals fill this work colored with jazz harmonies and supporting a legato melody shared by all
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Opening with a soulful treatment of We Shall Overcome, the work leads into a steady rock version of Lift Every Voice and Sing. This dynamic arrangement is a natural choice for a Martin
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Written to honor Rollo Dilworth, whose feel and insight for choral gospel music is reverent and accessible to all, this composition incorporates lyrical quotes from some of Rollo's great arrangements,
"Hey, Zeke! What-dya see?" A fun, original melody is introduced, then layered and echoed before the much-anticipated arrival of the traditional spiritual melody. It’s a truly playful and innovative
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This is a great spiritual from the Georgia Sea Islands that combines a traditional concert approach with a joyous gospel shuffle. Opening with an evocative instrumental prelude leading to building voices,
This setting of the one of the best-known and best-loved spirituals of all time is perfect for the choir where the male voices have changed or are in the process of changing, or where female voices are
A new take on a classic spiritual, this arrangement is both uptempo and rhythmical. With a solo that extends for most of the work accompanied by rhythmic ostinatos in both the choral and piano
This a cappella setting combines the classic spiritual By and By with the sacred harp song Saints Bound for Heaven. The outcome is a lively and energetic work that is part of a set of
This classic and timeless arrangement is smooth, flowing, and richly harmonized, offering a chance for an outstanding mezzo-soprano soloist to shine.
Another winner from this leading arranger of dynamic and expressive spirituals! Gibbs serves up fresh and creative changes that lift this traditional classic to new heights while preserving its original
Shout Glory lives up to its name, with a rip-roarin' accompaniment and highly energetic choral writing! Whether your featured soloist sings the notes as written, or has improvisational skills, this
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This piece, based on an original text, is scored for SAB voices, soloist, and piano. The gospel style found in the keyboard keeps the piece lively and accentuates the message that "every now and then when
This contemporary Gospel-flavored anthem sends a message of peace and unity. Solos play an integral part in this work, starting in the middle of the piece and continuing to improvise until the end.
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
Trouble the Water combines three well-loved spirituals - Wade in the Water; I Wanna Die Easy and Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel? - to create an incredibly effective and dynamic
This setting builds from melancholy reflection to an outpouring of joy, with tempo changes, solo fragments, a little divisi, and some rhythmic diversity along the way. Some extended vocal lines, with quite
This setting of the classic American folk hymn begins with a piano introduction leading to a solo voice singing the first verse in a traditional way. Then as the choir enters, more modern, rhythmic ideas
"And suddenly appeared with the angel a multitude of heavenly host praising God..." The text of this gospel original is inspired by the famous passage from the Gospel of Luke in which the angels appear,
This setting of the familiar spiritual Soon I Will Be Done is a complete rethinking of the presentation of this traditional work. While other settings exist, none treat the source material with
Li'l David, written for double treble chorus, is a wonderful and challenging work for advanced treble choirs. The way the two SSA choirs play off of one another is mesmerizing, natural, and
This setting of We Shall Overcome, a key anthem of the civil rights movement is both dynamic and well crafted. Great attention has been paid to the construction of the vocals, which throughout the work act