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

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.

With plenty of rhythmic energy and dynamic contrast, this lively arrangement of the traditional spiritual by one of the top names in the choral world is sure to be a concert highlight for your mixed or

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

Opening with a rubato piano motive and soloist, this arrangement of a favorite American folk hymn breaks loose into a mid-tempo swing groove. The choir becomes primary in much of the setting, though the

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

"There's a better day a-coming" with an exciting a cappella arrangement of this traditional spiritual. With some divisi towards the end, this will both challenge and inspire your singers!

This stylized gospel arrangement of the traditional spiritual features a terrific layered bridge section with traditional gospel stacking. Rock-solid choral writing and a beautifully written piano part give

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 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

From the Barbershop Harmony Society, a stellar four-part a cappella arrangement of the traditional spiritual for mixed, treble or tenor-bass quartets or ensembles.

From the Barbershop Harmony Society and inspired by one of the most famous gospel quartets, The Imperials, this close harmony arrangement was adapted by Ken Gibson and the Vagabonds. This well-known

Filled with mixed meters, special vocal effects, and an open harmonic vocabulary that speaks to the folk idiom of the work, this arrangement of the early American hymn tune RESTORATION, from Southern

The river flows steady and calm in this beautiful arrangement of the traditional spiritual edited by Dan Forrest. It is impossible to ignore the underlying intensity which rises and falls as peace, love and

This traditional spiritual encourages us all to persevere even in times of challenge and adversity. Set in a gospel style with call and response and repeated refrains, this work builds to a climactic chorus

The driving forward motion begins with the hushed opening and never lets up! This a cappella setting of the traditional spiritual is musically satisfying with full choral harmonies and fun vocal

Inspired by the much revered spiritual tradition, this original a cappella piece recounts the biblical story of the Great Flood. On its third attempt, Noah's dove returned with an olive branch, signaling

Scored for a cappella divisi mixed chorus, the driving ostinato found in the bass and baritone voices along with the stratification of textures create a most engaging composition. Layered vocal lines make

This setting of the Appalachian song reflects the change in text that appeared in the 2000 movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?," where this tune was used for the baptism scene. Fun to sing, with great

A fast swing intro punctuated by piano, bass, drums, and finger snaps leads into a jazzy arrangement of the traditional spiritual unlike any you've ever heard. The choral parts are fun to sing with scoops,

"Though I have been wounded; aching heart, full of pain, still I rise, yes, still I rise..." With its spiritual-like style, this original choral arrangement with solo speaks poignantly of the struggles of