Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

A common theme among spirituals is "the great judgment day" and the idea of hope for a better future. Incorporating quotes from Great Day as well as original verses with a stylish gospel piano

Based on the idea that "where there is love, God is there", this uplifting original work reminds us that we are the carriers and beacons of love and hope. Written in a modern gospel style with optional

Rhythmic, driving, and intense, this arrangement of the traditional spiritual with themes of home, journey, and trial is based on the 1950s Mahalia Jackson version with an Afro-Cuban beat. Add string bass

Recognized for its connection to the Underground Railroad by signaling the direction north, this traditional spiritual offers many teaching moments. This exciting arrangement is rhythmic and well supported

Here is an original concert gospel work with a fierce piano accompaniment that will bring excitement and variety to your next performance. Quoting the familiar spiritual Roll, Jordan, Roll and

The traditional spiritual Run, Mary, Run is full of courage, rhythmic integrity, and melodic interest. Interwoven with the folk hymn Wayfaring Stranger, this arrangement is a heartfelt

A solid piano accompaniment keeps the momentum going all the way through this gospel-swing treatment of the beloved African-American spiritual. Plenty of repetition makes it easy to learn, and multiple

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.

With options for bass, percussion, body percussion, and a cappella singing, this arrangement of the traditional spiritual from the Georgia Sea Islands is easy to learn and an absolute joy to sing. This

This fantastic stylized arrangement will appeal to choirs at many levels. Singable and skillfully arranged, this setting is fun, exciting, and captures the gentle joy of this spiritual. The piano

"What will I do with the portion given to me? I will sing." This fantastic work, written in a gospel style with an ecumenical text that challenges each of us to make the most of the lives we've been given,

Based on primary source material, this dynamic arrangement of the traditional spiritual brings great gospel flavor in the chosen harmonies and excellent piano accompaniment. Upbeat and powerful, you can add

This new take on a traditional spiritual is packed with uplifting energy from beginning to end and is great for both sacred and secular performances. The familiar tune has been arranged with fun and

This gospel selection speaks to the need for all to join together in unity and harmony, to help each other without judgement and love each other without boundaries. Set in the original key, the text with

Fun harmonies, cool syncopation, and exuberant rhythmic energy abound in this highly creative arrangement of the traditional spiritual, also quoting I've Got Peace Like a River. The spirited,

A spirited original melody paired with the traditional spiritual Little David, Play on Your Harp is the foundation of this bright and bouncy offering. With its accessible partner-song format, this

This creative, accessible, and well-crafted setting features a rhythmic vocal ostinato that allows each section to shine as they sing the melody. The supportive piano accompaniment provides an infectious

Now available in SAB voicing, this is an a cappella arrangement of the beloved Robert Lowry hymn. A combination of sustained and descending vocal lines creates harmonies that travel close together, then

First recorded by gospel legend Hezekiah Walker, this message of togetherness and support rings true in a powerful arrangement for treble choir.

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

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

This delightful partnering of two traditional spirituals in a rhythmic, jazzy style is both easy to teach and fun for your singers. Both songs are introduced in unison and two-part harmony before partnering

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