Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

A traditional field shout, singers will enjoy learning this spiritual presented with care and authenticity. Percussive part writing supports the powerful melody, creating a driving rhythm that will keep

Original text enhances this arrangement of the traditional spiritual about holding on to hope in times of tribulation. Each individual voice part is given canonic material, building a foundation toward the

A fresh take on Ezekiel Saw de Wheel, this a cappella piece features rhythmic ostinatos, a soprano solo, and powerful harmonic moments.

True to Carter's style, this traditional spiritual is set with integrity and care, presented here in a beautifully engraved edition. Wonderful part-writing is brought to life by a featured solo soaring

This classic gospel hit has been arranged with jazz-influenced harmonies in a hybrid of styles to feature a great soloist and highlight your choir at the same time. Full of rhythmic energy while exploring

Masterful arranging and a mix of styles and influences bring grace and power to this treasured hymn in the Amanda Quist Choral Series. Smooth a cappella vocal lines and expressive soulful textures will

A deeply evocative arrangement of the familiar spiritual, this arrangement features a solo throughout, supported by lush choral harmony combining both modern and traditional styles. Ideal for advanced

Elijah's message and its many transitions recalls the journey of life and its many transitions. This exciting, rhythmic arrangement is a welcome addition to any concert program by advanced high school,

A powerful arrangement of this traditional spiritual, the intensely rhythmic setting makes it a great closer for advanced high school and older choirs. Dedicated to Eric Garner and George Floyd.

In this original choral setting of the spiritual Rockin' Jerusalem, the bells are intended to imitate the sounds of gunshots in a rallying cry for justice. The intensity and depth of this

Crafted for Disney's Voices of Liberty, this five-and-half-minute medley of traditional spirituals meanders through many moods - great happiness and joy to deep personal introspection. There are solos,

This is amazing! A tremendously fun and interesting setting of the traditional spiritual Elijah Rock, this arrangement for double choir goes well beyond eight parts in some places. Challenging and

Also known as Keep Your Hand on the Gospel Plow, this traditional spiritual is a choral standard. The text calls us to solidarity as we unite during hardship and challenges to persevere and move

This beloved spiritual anticipating life after death and seeing loved ones on the other side is given a fresh, highly stylized arrangement. Abounding in energy and joy, this divisi choir setting is truly an

Choirs have loved and performed Carter's classic a cappella arrangement of this traditional spiritual throughout the years. Preserved and now available in a newly engraved version, it can continue to be

This a cappella setting of the iconic American protest song associated so strongly with the civil rights movement is both reflective and optimistic. This is a highly expressive arrangement with an

Stellar a cappella harmonies shine in this song also known as the Black national anthem. James Weldon Johnson's text is highlighted in this modern arrangement for solo and divisi choir with the jazz and

Crafted for the Jason Max Ferdinand Singers, this expert arrangement encompasses a variety of styles and textures while keeping the true spirit of the original. Drawing on both traditional and

"Hold on just a little while longer... ev'rything will be all right." The traditional spiritual text encourages us to keep going, no matter how difficult the struggle may be. This original musical setting

Using the traditional spiritual as a basis, this piece combines modern a cappella choral textures, cluster harmonies, and an aleatoric section to create a soundscape that blends the traditional with the

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 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

This arrangement of this powerful gospel song, sometimes called the African-American national hymn, was commissioned for the Heritage of Harmony show celebrating the African-American origins of barbershop