Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

The motet-like setting of this traditional spiritual features a soprano melody with accompanying voices in flowing choral lines. Lyrical and lovely, this is a classical setting of the well-known

Here is a spiritual that encourages one to be a good humanitarian, a soldier for peace, and an example of hope for others. A perfect message of peace for advanced ensembles!

The traditional spiritual gets a relaxed setting in this reflective tenor-bass selection. With strong backing harmonies, your featured tenor soloist will really get a chance to shine.

This bluesy setting requires three treble soloists with power and confidence. The choral backgrounds are deliberately sparse imitating guitar, light organ, and banjo until a climactic group shout. The music

Possessing crisp a cappella harmonies and cool syncopation in the vocal parts, this work is a solid choice for developing choirs in both concert and festival settings. An original bridge augments the

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

This superb a cappella arrangement is an inspiring tribute to the heroism of Harriet Tubman. Vocal percussion effects, well-written harmonies, train sounds, and call-and-response singing work together to

A welcome "big choral" setting of a classic spiritual, this unaccompanied setting has divisi in all parts, a touch of chromaticism that is totally in character, and plenty of variation in texture, tempo,

A syncopated opening bass figure lays the groundwork for this original modern a cappella spiritual. As the other parts join in, the texture, harmony, and form develop, consistent with the great spiritual

Written in the style of an a cappella spiritual, Rose Aspinall's text shines in a rhythmic setting that your choir will love to sing. Feature two of your soloists along with your whole choir in full harmony

Transcribed from the composer's father's singing of this tune, this version is always flowing, with joyous conviction and thanksgiving. The designation "divisi" is not to be taken lightly, for in one place

This contemporary setting of the wildly popular spiritual is spirited and imaginative. Percussive and rhythmic vocals fill this work colored with jazz harmonies and supporting a legato melody shared by all

Here is a concert spiritual for the most accomplished choirs. Extended ranges, divisi in all parts, and a tenor solo for that tenor who can really cut it loose. Fun, exciting, and the perfect closer for

First written as the bright, opening movement of Heavenly Home: Three American Songs, this enduring gospel favorite is set with a straightforward first verse and chorus. The next two verses combine

A slow opening fanfare sets up this modern setting of traditional spiritual before exploding into a high-powered arrangement with just a hint of jazz. A cappella and choral throughout, the rhythmic

Selected for the Jonathan Talberg Series, this is a vivacious arrangement of the Spiritual, "Hold On."  John Tebay's setting is a tremendous concert closer.  Full of energy and originality, this

Here we have a fresh new take on this familiar African-American spiritual featuring contemporary jazz harmonies, added passing tones that bring passion and excitement, a small group descant, and a steady

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

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

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 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

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.

This a cappella setting of Yonder Come Day was created for the 2015 Conference of the National Collegiate Choral Association. Composer Paul John Rudoi's music stems from a deeply rooted passion for