SATB Spirituals and Gospel Music

Here's a rhythmic and exciting setting of the traditional spiritual with a gospel-style piano accompaniment for mixed choirs. Beginning in a lighter style, the piece transitions to a slower section with an

A true classic, Luboff's lush and distinctive a cappella arrangement of the traditional Bahamian spiritual is a standard in the choral performance repertoire. The treble version has been adapted by James E.

A masterful arrangement of this traditional spiritual! This a cappella setting with mezzo-soprano solo and bass divisi is full of lush, rich harmonies, wonderful choral lines, and a captivating interaction

Alice Parker has created a setting of this beautiful American song that is simple, authentic, and warm. A good chance to feature a soloist, with accompanimental choral parts beneath.

This traditional African-American slave song comes from the Georgia Sea Islands. Filled with energy, this a cappella spiritual with gospel elements has a soli that passes through all voices, hand claps, and

This fresh combination of two traditional spirituals in a light jazzy style is equally appropriate for the concert stage or the worship service. The addition of the optional rhythm parts heighten the

This sensitive setting of the spiritual KUM BAH YAH is not to be missed. In one spot the piano plays a guided improvisation over the choir singing neutral syllables. In another there is the option to sing

The artistically crafted piano accompaniment creates a gentle, wave-like motion to support the warm, lush choral textures and harmonies in this superb arrangement of the beloved spiritual. This elegant

This is the classic arrangement as performed by Fred Waring and "The Pennsylvanians."  The definitive setting of this spiritual, it deserves an honored place in every choral library!  

Dry Bones has never been this much fun! Mark begins by telling the story of Ezekiel's vision with his own original lyrics. Wonderful changes in feeling, sometimes dramatic, sometimes rhythmic, make

One of the most beloved African American spirituals, this joyful song encourages the worshiper to eagerly anticipate great things of God through persistent prayer. The vocal lines, based upon the

A text from the Book of Common Prayer, as timely today as when it was originally penned in 1662, is particularly engaging in this relaxed and soulful gospel setting. This setting for SATB voices and piano

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 arrangement moves! Rhythmic drive, vocal energy, and articulate piano lines distinguish this setting from others, and your choir will really sound impressive when they sink their teeth into it!

This setting of the traditional spiritual speaks of the need for guidance and trust in the Lord. Scored for choir with a classic walking bass line, much of the divisi writing can be shared across treble and

Here's a supercharged gospel-style setting of a traditional Quaker text - a marvelous new look at a timeless American poem. This one has it all - a wide-open solo for your best gospel singer, an

This is the most appealing arrangement of a spiritual that has been done in a long, long time! The beginning employs a unique treatment of the word "hush" that emphasizes the last two letters of the word in

"I may not be all that you are, I may not be a shining star, but what I am I thank the Lord for making me his child." A deeply moving and profound text, Hogan has such a way of conveying hope and aspiration

This original selection combines folk and gospel elements in a laid-back style in the pattern of a traditional spiritual. A symbolic text leads to crossing the metaphoric River Jordan as the music recalls

This beautiful, tender arrangement of the traditional spiritual offers an opportunity to hear and consider the text in a new way. Slow and reflective, this piece provides rich textures and glorious

This a cappella arrangement of the traditional spiritual set for baritone solo and SATB choir comes out of the work song tradition. The call and response between the soloist and choir is classic and offers

This exciting spiritual, with accompaniment for high, medium, and low conga drums, is an unusually appealing number suitable for a wide variety of uses, from smaller choirs to massed choir