Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

This energetic arrangement of a timeless spiritual is sure to inspire through its uplifting melody of hope and determination for a better life. There's a nice interplay between the voices, enhanced by a

This piece combines musical elements of traditional African-American spirituals and Protestant church music. Inspirational and great fun to sing, with optional claps and hand moves, singers will ride on the

This arrangement of a beloved spiritual hits the mark! The rollicking piano accompaniment enhances the authentic gospel feel and the joy of the text. Handclaps, half-step modulations, and a short solo or

"Oh, brother, somebody got lost in the storm..." If you're looking for a terrific arrangement of a lesser-known spiritual, consider this. The accompaniment is solid, and the message is simple: "We can all

A great opener, closer, or encore, this innovative arrangement of selected sections of The Battle Hymn of the Republic and When the Saints Go Marching In affords many rhythmic teaching

This set of two spirituals - Over My Head, arranged in a straight gospel style, and Michael Row the Boat Ashore, set in a swing style - was written to meet the challenge of

Compelling, sensitive, and carefully crafted, this tender spiritual arrangement speaks to the need for love and compassion for each other. A bluesy piano part nicely complements the soulful part writing in

This arrangement for emerging treble choirs beautifully blends unison, two-part, and three-part singing and has a brief optional solo opportunity. The harmonic language lends itself to ease of learning and

This accessible contemporary gospel work features a secular text that celebrates singing. A driving keyboard accompaniment, syncopated rhythms, solo opportunities, a layered bridge, and a clap chorus give

Mostly known for its association with the Underground Railroad, this traditional African-American spiritual is presented in an upbeat gospel setting. The stylized piano accompaniment really drives the

A welcome "big choral" setting of a classic spiritual, this unaccompanied setting has divisi in all parts, a touch of chromaticism that is totally in character, and plenty of variation in texture, tempo,

A bluesy rhythmic motive stacks up across voices, creating a compelling introduction and scattered interludes for this fresh interpretation of the African-American spiritual. Call-and-response verses give

A syncopated opening bass figure lays the groundwork for this original modern a cappella spiritual. As the other parts join in, the texture, harmony, and form develop, consistent with the great spiritual

"Over my head I hear music in the air, there must be a God somewhere." The traditional spiritual is a mix of hopeful lyrics about the future, despite our current afflictions. This setting brings an exciting

Complete with optional conga drums or djembe, this Calypso-style arrangement of the well-known spiritual will be a pleasure for choirs to sing and audiences to hear! The harmonies and interplay between the

Opening with just a shaker and unison voices, the percussion ostinatos (notated in the score) and traditional choral harmonies gradually unfold into full harmony. Well-planned key changes ensure successful

This American folk hymn is a concert standard, presented here in a fresh a cappella concert version. A powerful and insistent rhythmic foundation is laid by the lower voices, while the familiar melody

This traditional spiritual, a song of faith and hope, is dynamically arranged for unaccompanied voices. Originally written for the Worcester Cathedral Chamber Choir and adapted for VOCES8, this work is as

This driving arrangement mashes up two iconic melodies: Give Me Oil in My Lamp and Swing Low. This work is accessible while still being meaningful and fun to sing, with a message of joy

From the Barbershop Harmony Society, a stellar four-part a cappella arrangement of the traditional spiritual for mixed, treble or tenor-bass quartets or ensembles.

Brimming with groove and energy, this arrangement of the popular spiritual is a show-stopper! The syncopated melodies and jazz-infused harmonies are well supported by the piano accompaniment, which features

This setting is destined to take its place as one of the great arrangements of this classic spiritual. Highly rhythmic and ever energetic, with layered ostinatos and blues influences, it will be a great

An original work with a real spiritual feel, this piece is full of joy, with a text that celebrates the unconditional love of family and home.