Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

A beautiful setting of the traditional spiritual, this treble arrangement employs a cascading harmonic figure that expands from unison all the way to a perfect fourth. The rocking feel of the piece embodies

Rich, warm harmonies envelop this traditional spiritual in an accessible texture that highlights the text in a plea for a promising future. Standard homophonic part writing and easily read rhythms make this

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

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.

This arrangement of the beloved civil rights anthem infuses the traditional melody with close harmonies, subtle elements of jazz, and effective movement. It is a powerful musical portrayal of people walking

This is an accessible yet captivating spiritual arrangement that brings a fresh energy to your repertoire. With moments of limited divisi and extended vocal ranges, this piece offers an exhilarating

This spectacular spiritual arrangement is inspiring and well written. With a play on words and some divisi near the end, the energetic writing will make this an exciting part of any service or concert!

Set for soloist and a cappella mixed choir, this sparkling arrangement of the traditional spiritual stays in only four parts throughout, making it accessible to school, church, and university choirs.

In the SSAA voicing, this piece went viral when the Colorado All-State Treble Choir sang from the balconies in a hotel lobby! This a cappella arrangement of the folk hymn made popular in the movie "O

Here is an elegant a cappella arrangement of this well-known traditional spiritual that combines gentle and evocative harmonies while moving toward a heartfelt statement at the very end. It will work well

This moving a cappella setting of the well-known spiritual text offers a moment of tender reflection in the midst of the world's troubles. A soulful soloist sets the tone for the piece, and expressive

The arrangement of this African American spiritual is both accessible and gorgeous. A short choral section is used for the introduction, interludes between verses, and at the conclusion, adding cohesion to

This arrangement of the lesser-known spiritual Long Fare You Well builds on the expressive melody by incorporating fragments of the tune throughout the choral writing and culminates in a glorious

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

This energetic setting of a much-loved African American spiritual will have your audience clapping in the aisles! With a general text about the joy of music and singing, all will have fun learning and

The upbeat text in this spiritual arrangement tosses the devil away and celebrates praying, singing, and going to heaven! Commissioned for the 2022 ACDA Southern Region Honor Choir, this winning spiritual

Rosephanye Powell has brought her classic style to the beloved spiritual Good News, Chariot's Coming! This arrangement is rhythmic, vibrant, and fun, with excellent vocal writing and energy. The

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

Carter's classic arrangement of this traditional spiritual has been performed for many years. Now available in a newly engraved version, choirs can enjoy this setting for years to come. 

This rousing rendition of the well-known spiritual begins slowly and crescendos into a jubilant exhortation to let your light shine. There are two versions of this piece: one is SATB divisi acapella in F;

A strong, resolute setting of the familiar civil rights "marching song" vividly calls to mind the images which add depth of meaning and emotion to the notes sung. From the distant beginning to the powerful

This work has the ethos of a spiritual, with the text and a few riffs inspired by Amazing Grace. The choir, considering the power of grace in song, affirms that no trouble, no shame, no

Gorgeous a cappella harmonies bring moments of tension and release in an artistic setting of this beloved spiritual. The longing expressed in the text is perfectly set with thoughtful dissonances and divisi

The choral works of Mark Butler are known to many.  This arrangement of the African American spiritual JORDAN RIVER is scored for unaccompanied mixed divisi chorus against a soloist and vocal