Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

This traditional arrangement of the time-honored spiritual is accessible for middle school choirs. The piece can be performed a cappella or with piano accompaniment and uses fully notated body percussion

This traditional spiritual carries in its essence the longing for peace and rest. The bittersweet spirit is front and center in this arrangement enhanced by sensitive part writing, an optional solo, and a

Here's a rockin' arrangement of a traditional African American spiritual that your treble choir will love to sing! Feature a few soloists, and let your alto section really shine on the melody in the second

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 gospel/jazz song is best known for the 1967 Nina Simone recording. It makes a wonderful choral showcase, testifying to the longing for freedom and justice for all people.

This accessible, well-crafted arrangement of the traditional spiritual features solid vocal harmonies over a rhythmic gospel piano accompaniment. It's full of spirit and joy!

Featured in the movie "Sister Act II," this gospel powerhouse was a big hit in 1969 for The Edwin Hawkins Singers. Previously available only in digital format, this arrangement continues to be popular with

Once the gospel swing gets started, it just never lets up in this powerful selection that is a dynamic musical statement for today's choirs. Its 9/8 meter coupled with an expressive, hopeful text is