SATB Spirituals and Gospel Music

"Keep your hand on-a that plow..." An absorbing accompaniment and attractive chord structure support the vocal lines in this dynamic and powerful arrangement of the spiritual. It is a terrific choice for

Stacey Gibbs wants to "bring life" to the spiritual for use in the concert hall. This arrangement confirms why his arrangements are so popular. The rhythms and harmonies are fun to sing and he builds things

In a rollicking concert gospel setting, this traditional spiritual really shines! The positive text brings a spirit of hope and optimism to the world, which is surely needed. The piano accompaniment and

Here's a supercharged gospel-style setting of a traditional Quaker text - a marvelous new look at a timeless American poem. This one has it all - a wide-open solo for your best gospel singer, an

"How good and pleasant it is when we dwell together in unity!" This original contemporary gospel piece embraces unity, diversity, and the joy of living together in this world in love. The gospel style in

This work has the ethos of a spiritual, with the text and a few riffs inspired by Amazing Grace. The choir, considering the power of grace in song, affirms that no trouble, no shame, no

With a slower introductory section, this a cappella arrangement of the beloved traditional spiritual really picks up in tempo and intensity. With carefully crafted choral parts, the ranges are limited and

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

Your choir will love singing this energetic shaker hymn! Craig Courtney delightfully arranges the hymntune PROMISED LAND for four-hand piano and SATB voices. With a joyful text and accessible choral

"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

Tate has created a beautiful a cappella setting of this traditional spiritual that expresses all the longing and yearning for a better day, typical of the style. The minor setting utilizes strong harmonic

This original selection combines folk and gospel elements in a laid-back style in the pattern of a traditional spiritual. A symbolic text leads to crossing the metaphoric River Jordan as the music recalls

A slow opening section blossoms into a rhythmic, energetic setting of this traditional spiritual for soloist and choir. A cappella throughout, with a call-and-response texture between the soloist and the

"There's a better day a-coming" with an exciting a cappella arrangement of this traditional spiritual. With some divisi towards the end, this will both challenge and inspire your singers!

A mournful yet hopeful spiritual, beautifully arranged by Paul Christiansen. The text speaks of how we long for our heavenly home as our time on earth comes to a close. Very achievable by many levels.

This original a cappella spiritual expertly blends a variety of styles into an appealing package that will be a standout selection for your choir. Effectively combining spiritual, gospel, contemporary a

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

Arranged for and famously recorded by the Robert Shaw Chorale, this traditional spiritual setting possesses all the characteristics you'd expect of a Shaw–Parker choral classic. 

Acclaimed conductor and arranger Stacey V. Gibbs lends his signature style to this beloved traditional spiritual. Vibrant stacked harmonies, call-and-response interjections, and a joyfully ornamented "I

Another creative arrangement from this prolific arranger of spirituals, this moving selection layers the voices one section at a time for a highly dramatic ending!

Master arrangers Tom Fettke and Thomas Grassi combine full choral writing with a rhythmically driven piano accompaniment in this rousing setting. With solo opportunities, singable harmonies, and a powerful