Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

In a bright, spirited a cappella swing, this traditional spiritual is so fun to learn and sing! The energy is built right in to the rhythmic text and the contemporary harmonies are delightful. An optional

Charged with gospel-style excitement, this traditional spiritual comes alive with energy and style. A powerful chorus, hand claps, a stacked vocal section and a key change build to a big ending that is sure

Moving in its simplicity and rich with choral color, this stunning a cappella arrangement of the well-known spiritual is breathtaking in every measure! Now available for women's choir.

This original spiritual with easy vocal parts and a naturally flowing pentatonic melody make this a great choice for any growing choir. Bright, animated, and fresh, this  arrangement is sure to please

From Spirit Suite II, this rendition of Little David has an alluring pentatonic melody presented by a featured soloist and supported by the ensemble with easy-to-learn choral parts. Great

Here's a fresh, exciting arrangement of the traditional spiritual with an intensely moving, driving beat. When the lyrics say, "...then Joshua commanded the children to shout..." there's a dramatic

Premiered at the 2017 ACDA National Conference, this challenging a cappella setting of the traditional spiritual is one that every accomplished tenor-bass choir will want to learn and perform. This mournful

This spectacular arrangement for treble choirs is everything you could want in a spiritual. Tremendous energy and a driving piano accompaniment, along with creative use of repetition and accessible

A challenging new arrangement of the old gospel favorite Get on Board. Here is a rare opportunity for treble choirs to imitate the "woo-oo" of a train as the melodic ideas pass through the various

This spiritual setting of the Psalm 139 text, supported by a driving piano accompaniment and optional tambourine, really rocks! Wonderful harmonic moments and fun interplay between the voices provide

Combining the traditional spiritual I Want To Be Ready, a powerful piano accompaniment, and a gospel setting, this arrangement allows the singers to really dig in and sing with the full power of

Premiered at the ACDA National Conference in 2017, this glorious arrangement delivers a modern setting of a favorite American hymn. Teeming with rich and luscious harmonies, this selection has wide vocal

Premiered at the ACDA National Conference in 2017, this piece combines the talents of two prolific arrangers. Opening in Latin with a setting of Romans 18:21, one expects a beautiful and serious anthem. But

Spirituals are an important part of the educational canon for young singers, and they serve as a powerful reminder of the enduring cultural importance of the African American musical tradition. This unison

This original spiritual for male voices is infused with syncopated energy! Opening with a layered speech chorus imitating train sounds, it moves into a Southern gospel feel with a dynamic call and response

This traditional spiritual receives tender treatment in this two-part arrangement which begins in unison before breaking into easy-to-grasp independent parts. Featuring comfortable ranges and elegant piano

Incorporating the spirituals Oh, What a Beautiful City and In Bright Mansions Above, this extraordinary work creates a poignant musical image of heaven. This is choral writing at its

Combining two spirituals with original music, employing two soloists, and setting it all with a gospel/jazz flair, this arrangement is truly amazing. Very modern-sounding with multiple modulations and

The traditional spiritual is partnered with Amazing Grace and complemented with a rollicking gospel-style four-hand piano part. The result is a wonderful arrangement that's both fun and rich - a

In the battles and trials of life, we are not to weep, but instead "stand on the Rock where Moses stood!" This storytelling spiritual, set in a dynamic blues-gospel style, brings a message of

Treat your choir to this gospel-style piece that has lyrics that can be performed in any school. The simple yet engaging counterpoint and the gospel harmonies and rhythms are sure to be a favorite of your