Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

Long lyrical melodic lines are enhanced with echoing countermelodies in this expressive arrangement of the traditional folk tune for mixed choirs. A rich and haunting harmonic palette and flowing piano

This traditional spiritual has been arranged in a beautifully expressive style with lyrical musical phrasing. With this piece, your choir will improve key choral principles such as line, vowel formation,

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 delightful and lively pairing of spirituals features a handclapping pattern between verses to enhance the rhythmic excitement of the setting. The two spirituals I'm Gonna Sing When the Spirit Says

Set in an easy swing groove, this arrangement of the well-known spiritual demands the audience’s attention from the very first note. The upper voices carry the tune while the bass voices mimic a

Complete with optional conga drums or djembe, this Calypso-style arrangement of the well-known spiritual will be a pleasure for choirs to sing and audiences to hear! The harmonies and interplay between the

Intriguingly different, this jazzy, bluesy setting of the classic spiritual really does pop with its fun, stylized piano accompaniment. With quite a bit of independence in the vocal lines, it is easy to

Creative piano parts set the mood for this set of three well-known spirituals that can be easily learned by developing choirs. Each spiritual - Oh, Won't You Sit Down?; Deep River with

Contemporary harmonies, cool syncopations in the vocal parts, and a rhythmically supportive accompaniment grace Victor C. Johnson's high energy setting of this favorite spiritual. This work is a marvelous

Opening with a soulful treatment of We Shall Overcome, the work leads into a steady rock version of Lift Every Voice and Sing. This dynamic arrangement is a natural choice for a Martin

The upbeat swing treatment of this well-known spiritual contains carefully planned voice leading with some optional divisi and a supportive accompaniment. Artful chord voicings effectively showcase the rich

This energetic rendition of a classic spiritual for developing mixed choirs is loaded with rhythmic and melodic flair. The short dialogue between the high and low voices adds an extra level of anticipatory

Agnus Dei is the fifth and final movement of Dr. Thomas' Mass: A Celebration of Love and Joy. The text is in English, and the supercharged piano accompaniment supports the traditional

Two traditional favorites, I Want to Rise and Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, are woven together in this medley that presents the melodies in unison or simple harmony before partnering the two

Rich choral textures and a warm harmonic palette enhance the emotion and audience appeal of this popular spiritual arrangement. There are a few short sections with divisi, but singers should find the vocal

Kyrie is the first movement of Thomas' gospel-style Mass, displaying some of the most vibrant, captivating, and deeply inspired writing of his long, impressive career. Perform alone or with

Highlighted by a rhythmically charged piano accompaniment, this lively swing style treatment of the familiar spiritual is sure to be an entertaining number for tenor-bass ensembles. Unison singing is

The arranger's style is evident in every measure of this extraordinary gospel-rock setting! With a good mix of unison, two-part and fully voiced chorals, easy-to-feel syncopations, and a supportive piano

Opening with "Keep your lamps trimmed and burning!" as a dramatic rubato statement, this incredibly creative arrangement then kicks into a driving, rhythmically intense feel that never lets up!  A most

This dynamite selection quotes the spiritual Walk Together, Children and offers driving rhythmic excitement straight through to its exuberant conclusion! A superb choice for concert, festival, or

This original spiritual with easy vocal parts and a naturally flowing pentatonic melody make this a great choice for any growing choir. Bright, animated, and fresh, this  arrangement is sure to please

From Spirit Suite II, this rendition of Little David has an alluring pentatonic melody presented by a featured soloist and supported by the ensemble with easy-to-learn choral parts. Great

This traditional spiritual receives tender treatment in this two-part arrangement which begins in unison before breaking into easy-to-grasp independent parts. Featuring comfortable ranges and elegant piano

Incorporating the spirituals Oh, What a Beautiful City and In Bright Mansions Above, this extraordinary work creates a poignant musical image of heaven. This is choral writing at its