Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

This spectacular spiritual arrangement is inspiring and well written. With a play on words and some divisi near the end, the energetic writing will make this an exciting part of any service or concert!

Written for a cappella mixed choir and soloist(s), this arrangement of the traditional spiritual is set with an authentic rhythmic feel that showcases the harmonic texture. It's a great choice for concerts

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

From the opening solo and duet passage to the a cappella three-part refrain, this setting of the beloved African-American spiritual uses many musical textures along with some nontraditional harmonic ideas.

This popular traditional folk song is combined with the spiritual Deep River to create a deeply moving presentation. The piece begins simply with a solo alto line, then the texture builds slowly as

Building on the original text, this adaptation of the classic spiritual invites the listener to envision and commit to a better, more just world - a world of inclusion, radical kindness, compassion, love,

True to Carter's style, this traditional spiritual is set with integrity and care, presented here in a beautifully engraved edition. Wonderful part-writing is brought to life by a featured solo soaring

Featuring either a mezzo-soprano or baritone soloist, this classic a cappella arrangement of the beloved gospel song is a gem for mature choirs. 

Capturing the importance of the Eloise Greenfield poem and the dramatic story of Harriet Tubman's life, this original work also includes the spirituals If I Got My Ticket and Go

A statement of faith through the voice of the enslaved, this straightforward and effective setting will resonate with treble choirs at varying levels.

In the SSAA voicing, this piece went viral when the Colorado All-State Treble Choir sang from the balconies in a hotel lobby! This a cappella arrangement of the folk hymn made popular in the movie "O

Your choirs will enjoy singing this original gospel-inspired concert setting of the much-loved Psalm 121 text. Fresh gospel harmonies, a dynamite piano accompaniment, and an upbeat tempo make this a

Crafted for Disney's Voices of Liberty, this five-and-half-minute medley of traditional spirituals meanders through many moods - great happiness and joy to deep personal introspection. There are solos,

The well-known traditional spiritual is arranged with a modern touch in a stirring setting for a cappella choir. The melody is shared between the upper and lower voices, and there is nice harmonic interplay

Following up on the stellar success of Children, Go Where I Send Thee, Johnson returns with another modern gospel setting of a traditional spiritual - this time for treble choirs with a featured

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 traditional spiritual carries a universal message of optimism and hope for a brighter tomorrow. Repetition of text and melody along with growing dynamics create a powerfully dramatic effect throughout

This arrangement of the lesser-known spiritual Long Fare You Well builds on the expressive melody by incorporating fragments of the tune throughout the choral writing and culminates in a glorious

Here is a setting of four spirituals: Do Lord; Walk Together Children; A City Called Heaven and Ol' Time Religion arranged for SATB choir, solos, brass quintet, and

What a powerful juxtaposition of two iconic African American spirituals: Wayfaring Stranger and I Want Jesus to Walk with Me. "I am a stranger in a strange land...how long must we cry

The motet-like setting of this traditional spiritual features a soprano melody with accompanying voices in flowing choral lines. Lyrical and lovely, this is a classical setting of the well-known

Here is a spiritual that encourages one to be a good humanitarian, a soldier for peace, and an example of hope for others. A perfect message of peace for advanced ensembles!

Carter's classic arrangement of this traditional spiritual has been performed for many years. Now available in a newly engraved version, choirs can enjoy this setting for years to come. 

The traditional spiritual gets a relaxed setting in this reflective tenor-bass selection. With strong backing harmonies, your featured tenor soloist will really get a chance to shine.