Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

This adventurous spiritual arrangement is a great confidence builder for developing choirs. With a stylistic nod to Dilworth, this gospel-tinged arrangement is powerful and dramatic, with interesting

Complete with handclaps and snaps, young and developing choirs are certain to enjoy this playful and engaging arrangement of the traditional spiritual. "Way in the middle, in the middle of the air, Ezekiel

Get on board with this lively partner song adaptation of the well-known traditional spiritual! Featuring easy-to-sing countermelodies for both the verse and chorus, it's a snap to put together and an

Charged with gospel-style excitement, this traditional spiritual comes alive with energy and style. A powerful chorus, hand claps, a stacked vocal section and a key change build to a big ending that is sure

This spiritual setting of the Psalm 139 text, supported by a driving piano accompaniment and optional tambourine, really rocks! Wonderful harmonic moments and fun interplay between the voices provide

Spirituals are an important part of the educational canon for young singers, and they serve as a powerful reminder of the enduring cultural importance of the African American musical tradition. This unison

This traditional spiritual receives tender treatment in this two-part arrangement which begins in unison before breaking into easy-to-grasp independent parts. Featuring comfortable ranges and elegant piano

When it comes to writing exciting spiritual arrangements for young and developing voices, Roger Emerson really knows how to do it right! Now, this incredibly popular spiritual is available in a singable

Three popular spirituals: When the Train Comes Along; This Train and The Gospel Train, make up this dynamic and rhythmic mini-medley. Packing tons of energy, it's also a fabulous

This bright, upbeat pairing of the spirituals I Ain't Gonna Grieve My Lord No More and I Got Shoes features call and response and simple harmonies supported by a fun, rhythmic piano

Captivate your audience with this bright, spirited setting of the favorite spirituals Swing Down, Chariot and Ezekiel Saw the Wheel. Plenty of repetition and opportunities for independent

This original spiritual, first published for young voices in 1986, tells the story of Moses and his people. The meaningful text and aggressive rhythmic structure create a memorable musical experience for

"If religion was a thing that money could buy, the rich would live, and the poor would die..." Now available for SATB choirs, this soulful, accompanied setting of the traditional spiritual was originally

By an' By and When the Morning Comes are effectively partnered in this easy arrangement. The upbeat, syncopated melody uses a pentatonic scale and rhythms with a swing feel. Choirs of all

The theme of the river functioning as a source of life, reflection, rejuvenation, prayer, cleansing and freedom infuses this popular spiritual with layers of meaning. This arrangement is designed to

The traditional spiritual Keep Your Lamps is so effectively partnered with a crisp, rhythmic original tune that it makes for a truly exceptional choice for young and developing voices. Using short

This rousing original spiritual is infused with traditional gospel harmonies, rhythms and articulations, while the timely text expresses an urgent plea for peace. The classic Dona Nobis Pacem canon

Down to the River to Pray; Down by the Riverside and Peace Like a River make up this three-and-a-half-minute medley of spirituals. It opens gently, builds to its peak "love like an ocean"

Here's an energetic, accessible spiritual arrangement that will go over big with your middle school choir. The swingin' tempo and gospel chords kick-start the excitement, and hand claps in the final refrain

This Train Is Bound for Glory, When the Saints Go Marching In. Step one: sing a familiar spiritual; step two: combine with a catchy partner melody; step three: introduce "When the Saints Go Marching In;"

Here is an awesome ring-shout spiritual for young singers, which harkens to the historic folk-music style of the South Carolina Sea Islands. Call-and-response vocals, hand claps, and a great piano part make

Add some sparkle and zest to your next concert or festival performance with this lively pairing of two spiritual favorites, This Little Light of Mine and I Got Shoes. It's a