Rosephanye Powell

This work is pure magic! Short rhythmic phrases repeating and building on top of one another, contrasting sections, a dynamic and rewarding conclusion. The traditional Latin text makes it appropriate for

What an impact this august work will have on both choir and listeners! Compositionally, this is an excellent piece using impressive techniques that are truly captivating. The rhythmic structure develops

"Though I have been wounded; aching heart, full of pain, still I rise, yes, still I rise..." With its spiritual-like style, this original choral arrangement with solo speaks poignantly of the struggles of

"Sorida" is a term of greeting in the Shona language of Zimbabwe, similar to "shalom" in Hebrew or "jambo" in Swahili. This massive original work features six percussion instruments, layered divisi vocal

Although Rosephanye Powell often selects sacred texts for her music, it is the uniqueness of her writing style that enables it to serve both in worship and concert. Ascribe to the Lord, one of her

Traditionally, Nicaraguan mothers sang this lullaby to their children as they rocked them to sleep. This up-tempo arrangement is in the style of a Spanish dance, complete with hand percussion parts,

Spirited and rhythmic, this arrangement has lots of inner fire and is easy to prepare.  It has repeated phrases, a driving piano accompaniment, and a solo spot for soprano that all combine for a

Sing of the joy, the peace, the hope and the love and let it ring! This original concert work in the gospel style will showcase your choir at their finest. Ideal for community events, worship and concerts

Rosephanye Powell has brought her classic style to the beloved spiritual Good News, Chariot's Coming! This arrangement is rhythmic, vibrant, and fun, with excellent vocal writing and energy. The

This marvelous composer of new choral works and also arrangements of spirituals has made a name for herself in the choral world, and her treatment of this spiritual standard will not disappoint. Singers

Rosephanye Powell has taken a passionate poem of love by Georgia Douglas Johnson and given us notes that truly sing. I Want to Die While You Love Me celebrates the moment when love is at its

A brilliant fanfare opening is followed by an energetic, rhythmic chorus and a contrasting slower middle section. Then the work builds, starting with one voice part and adding the rest until all are in. A

A true music advocacy piece, When I Sing was composed to be a fun song expressing the joy of choral singing. Complete with extensive program notes from the composer, your singers will enjoy

Based on verses from Mark and Matthew, Rosephanye Powell has given us a wonderful anthem of faith. "Lord, I believe, help my unbelief," is a common theme, interspersed with Bible stories sung by an optional

This is a new, original song, but it carries the sound of a favorite spiritual with both gospel and jazz influences. The form contains repeated phrases which make the piece easy to learn, and gives a unique

This beautiful art-song collection is named after Phillis Wheatley, America's first female African-American poet, whose poems were an inspiration to George Washington as well as many other African-American

This dynamic opening movement from Powell's The Cry of Jeremiah commands the listener's attention from start to finish. A remarkable work for better choirs!