Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

Stylized and dynamic, this a cappella arrangement of the traditional spiritual features a soprano soloist and a healthy challenge for your mixed divisi choir. A superb choice for more advanced choirs for

A fresh take on Ezekiel Saw de Wheel, this a cappella piece features rhythmic ostinatos, a soprano solo, and powerful harmonic moments.

Featuring a soprano solo, rhythmic ostinatos, and powerful sustained chords, this fresh setting of the traditional spiritual is sure to keep audiences at the edge of their seats!

This classic gospel hit has been arranged with jazz-influenced harmonies in a hybrid of styles to feature a great soloist and highlight your choir at the same time. Full of rhythmic energy while exploring

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

A deeply evocative arrangement of the familiar spiritual, this arrangement features a solo throughout, supported by lush choral harmony combining both modern and traditional styles. Ideal for advanced

This original work, written in the lively style of a concert spiritual, offers a challenge and rich rewards for the advanced divisi chorus. Encouraging listeners to take a stand for what is right, this

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,

A thrillingly fresh take on the beloved spiritual, this arrangement features a sparkling piano accompaniment, recurring use of 7/8 meter, and unexpected harmonies. Accessible for any advanced high school,

A powerful arrangement of this traditional spiritual, the intensely rhythmic setting makes it a great closer for advanced high school and older choirs. Dedicated to Eric Garner and George Floyd.

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

Arranged for a cappella voices with soprano soloist, this African American spiritual is well worth the challenge. The varied choral texture alternates lively counterpoint with homorhythmic sections. The

Carter's magnificent, well-known setting of two Langston Hughes texts is now available in a beautiful new engraving. Quoting the traditional spiritual Keep Your Hand on the Gospel Plow, this

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

This beloved spiritual anticipating life after death and seeing loved ones on the other side is given a fresh, highly stylized arrangement. Abounding in energy and joy, this divisi choir setting is truly an

Stellar a cappella harmonies shine in this song also known as the Black national anthem. James Weldon Johnson's text is highlighted in this modern arrangement for solo and divisi choir with the jazz and

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

This arrangement takes a virtuosic Georgian style of gospel singing as its inspiration, which means the melody is incorporated into an improvisatory-style vocal line that is passed between voice parts.

Using the traditional spiritual as a basis, this piece combines modern a cappella choral textures, cluster harmonies, and an aleatoric section to create a soundscape that blends the traditional with the

This popular song, often referred to as the "Black National Anthem," is frequently chosen to celebrate important moments in gatherings and commemorations of the African American Civil Rights Movement. In

This is an up-tempo and challenging setting of a gospel favorite. A wonderful festival piece with a fun piano accompaniment!

This arrangement of the beloved 18th-century spiritual fuses folk and jazz ideas to create a unique and fresh new version of the work. Scored for mixed voices and soloist, this work for advanced groups will

This work for chorus and chamber orchestra was premiered to acclaim by the Oakwood University Aeolians at the 2019 ACDA national conference. This work combines original material with spirituals and text by