Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

Scored for a cappella voices with C trumpet, this is a jazzy, bluesy reflection upon Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech, based on the African-American spiritual Steal Away. The

Freshly arranged, this a cappella setting of the well-known spiritual presents a rhythmic harmonization in an upbeat texture that will appeal to better choirs. The integrity of the spiritual is upheld,

A rollicking a cappella setting of the popular spiritual, this selection is sure to be a favorite of both choir and audience. This upbeat arrangement provides plenty of teachable moments that your singers

Tate has created a beautiful a cappella setting of this traditional spiritual that expresses all the longing and yearning for a better day, typical of the style. The minor setting utilizes strong harmonic

An extended introduction hints at the excitement to come with melodic fragments and original material that erupt into a rhythmic and driving setting of this well-loved Spiritual. Fun to sing, with

This joyful American song speaks of how we will "all rise together" in the morning, reflecting on the idea of leaving the troubles of the world to embark on a better day. The hopeful text and cheerful

Written as an homage to ancestors, this two song collection explores both the spiritual and gospel styles with original new music. Each piece explores different singing styles and acts as a wonderful

A 19th-century spiritual re-consecrated by Pete Seeger and The Weavers as the best known anthem for the American Civil Rights movement of the 1960s. Arranged to be sung on the march, this version begins

A great closer, this arrangement of the well-known spiritual uses traditional harmonies but adds rhythms and a barbershop feel to create a more modern vibe. With a soloist and occasionally a solo trio,

This is a very modern and vibrant arrangement of the timeless spiritual which features a spectacular opening and a rousing ending that will challenge your singers and electrify the audience. There is some

Bernice Johnson Reagon's sermon in music is set in a contemporary a cappella style. Recorded by Sweet Honey in the Rock, this original spiritual offers a humorous but astute assessment of our culture and

A slow opening section blossoms into a rhythmic, energetic setting of this traditional spiritual for soloist and choir. A cappella throughout, with a call-and-response texture between the soloist and the

The African American spiritual Steal Away is combined with original material in this creative setting. A prominent tenor solo appears at the beginning, then gives way to the choir and returns again

An aleatoric sounds and syllables section opens to a rousing ostinato in this rhythmic a cappella setting. With superb choral writing and an energy that naturally grows throughout the piece, this work is a

This superb arrangement of this well-known spiritual is engaging and well crafted. From the start, the lively rhythms and choral divisi help to paint an energetic picture of the turbulent text. A great

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

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

A thoughtful and simply constructed arrangement of this well-known spiritual that highlights the historical integrity of the song. A sense of urgency is apparent through the build-up of textures and

This setting of My God Is a Rock is dynamic and challenging while still upholding the authenticity of the spiritual. Texturally captivating and unique in its construction, it features two treble

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

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.

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