Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel

This up-tempo spiritual was inspired by the Old Testament story of Daniel in the lions' den. �The emphasis of the lyrics is that if God could deliver Daniel from the lion's den, than surely God could deliver every man from the difficulties encountered here on earth (and particularly the slaves who were indentured to their owners). �Young singers always enjoy preparing and performing African-American spirituals. �This one is particularly enjoyable. �This four-part piece was originally intended to be sung by all-male groups, but it may be sung by mixed groups as well. �Directors with several age groups (grades) of young men combined will be able to find a part which will best suit the voices of boys moving through various phases of change. �This is the advantage of four-part music -- the more parts from which to choose, the better.