Unison and Two-Part Spirituals and Gospel Music

Get on board with this lively partner song adaptation of the well-known traditional spiritual! Featuring easy-to-sing countermelodies for both the verse and chorus, it's a snap to put together and an

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

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

This arrangement of the traditional spiritual is pure fun! The energetic piece starts in unison with a statement of the chorus. It is followed by two catchy verses and choruses, all supported by a lively

When it comes to writing exciting spiritual arrangements for young and developing voices, Roger Emerson really knows how to do it right! Now, this incredibly popular spiritual is available in a singable

"Hey, Zeke! What-dya see?" A fun, original melody is introduced, then layered and echoed before the much-anticipated arrival of the traditional spiritual melody. It’s a truly playful and innovative

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

Equally suited to both church and school settings, this traditional spiritual has been sung as a protest song denouncing slavery and hypocrisy. The song's energetic melody underscores an uncompromising

This original spiritual, first published for young voices in 1986, tells the story of Moses and his people. The meaningful text and aggressive rhythmic structure create a memorable musical experience for

Contemporary in style, the traditional spiritual is paired with original music using the text "We are the music makers, the dreamers of dreams" from Arthur O'Shaughnessy's poem. Partnered together, they

Here's a traditional spiritual that is an ideal choice for beginning harmony singers. The gently flowing setting has accessible ranges and simple harmonic patterns that are quick to learn and easy to hold.

This traditional spiritual is great for any occasion as a celebration of music and joy. The arrangement begins with a slow soulful opening, then breaks into a rockin' gospel groove that will lift up your

This traditional spiritual is great for any occasion as a celebration of music and joy. The arrangement begins with a slow soulful opening, then breaks into a rockin' gospel groove that will lift up your

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

More love, more hope, and more joy! This traditional spiritual is a plea for peace and unity, and this arrangement makes it accessible to any choir. Its simple harmonies unfold beautifully over three verses