Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

A powerful new setting of this traditional spiritual for treble voices. There is plenty of room for nuance, dynamic contrasts, independent voice parts, and the full vocal range required from the

The traditional spiritual gets a bluesy stylized setting with a fantastic piano accompaniment. Gospel harmonies and articulation, an a cappella section, and a layered bridge really highlight the choral

Featuring alto and tenor soloists throughout, this soulful arrangement of the traditional hymn has a theatrical modern gospel flavor. The choir sings stacked gospel harmonies as they respond to and support

Opening with a rubato piano motive and soloist, this arrangement of a favorite American folk hymn breaks loose into a mid-tempo swing groove. The choir becomes primary in much of the setting, though the

Two traditional gospel songs - one creative arrangement for young choirs! This Little Light of Mine and Shine on Me are both presented in a stylized arrangement that features plenty of

Arranged for developing treble or tenor-bass choirs, this spiritual provides opportunities to explore colors in the vocal sound while singing in a minor key. The mournful quality, sometimes hushed,

This fun, uplifting traditional song gets a jazzy spin with this energetic arrangement! The upbeat accompaniment track features banjo, tambourine, and jazz piano which is sure to get your audience's toes

This favorite traditional spiritual gets a fresh setting that choirs of all ages will enjoy. With a rhythmic vocal ostinato, it allows each section to shine as they sing the melody. The piano part locks in

Here's a traditional spiritual that is an ideal choice for beginning harmony singers. The gently flowing setting has accessible ranges and simple harmonic patterns that are quick to learn and easy to hold.

The upbeat text in this spiritual arrangement tosses the devil away and celebrates praying, singing, and going to heaven! Commissioned for the 2022 ACDA Southern Region Honor Choir, this winning spiritual

This unique blend of gospel music and the spiritual conveys the meaning of the text through speech rhythms. It's a great piece to bring the diversity of our communities together.

In this work that includes two soloists and body percussion, Hildebrandt calls on the styles of African American spirituals and gospel music with careful attention to accurate speech rhythm. Great for high

The words are simple - "They will cry peace where there is no peace" - but the setting of the music is rhythmic and dynamic. The repetitions make sense as the words move on to "joy" and "love," and you

Brandon Waddles has a special gift for arranging accompanied spirituals. This arrangement uses elements of soulful jazz harmonies and syncopated rhythms that will make your choir want to "sing all along the

Rosephanye Powell has brought her classic style to the beloved spiritual Good News, Chariot's Coming! This arrangement is rhythmic, vibrant, and fun, with excellent vocal writing and energy. The

Developing choirs will enjoy this fresh arrangement of the traditional spiritual! All the parts have the opportunity to sing the melody at some point, and the stylistic, accessible piano accompaniment

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

A great new gospel song, this tune is destined to be a hit! The title is the refrain that answers every hardship that can come our way. Excellent energy, colorful blue notes, and rocking rhythms are the

It is said that accepting change is hard to do, but this straight-ahead groovin' gospel number with a secular, uplifting text encourages us to embrace the changes in life - and even have some fun with them!

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

By whatever title you choose - What a Fellowship or Leaning on the Everlasting Arms - this 19th-century gospel classic is sure to please singer and listener alike. The choral parts are

This beloved American spiritual opens with a plaintive solo accompanied by a cappella backup choir. The choir takes the lead in subsequent verses, with a wide spectrum of harmonic color and dramatic dynamic

This traditional spiritual gets an upbeat arrangement, complete with handclaps, that will work at any time of year. The familiar melody is presented in unison and then paired with interesting