Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

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

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

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

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

"...angels watchin' over me, my Lord." This superb a cappella arrangement of the traditional spiritual is a guaranteed success! The basses sing an independent line, which provides a rhythmic backdrop for

Don't miss this extraordinary original a cappella spiritual! An insistent melody opens the piece in unison, then fully develops with rhythmic syncopations, varied choral textures, and dramatic dynamics. A

With the opportunity to feature several soloists, this arrangement is filled with inspiration and great energy from the beginning to the end. "There’s a great camp meetin' in the Promised Land!"

An earnest soloist is accompanied by the soulful "oo"s of an a cappella choir during the expressive introduction to this spirited original. Soon we take a turn as the piece bursts into an exciting,

A fine interpretation of this expressive arrangement will be a source of considerable pride for conductors and singers alike. Dr. Robinson treats the moving spiritual with great reverence and employs

Famously recorded by the Robert Shaw Chorale, this traditional spiritual has a very happy swing to it. The music perfectly reflects the joy of the text. It's one of the many fine spiritual settings from the

"O let me fly to Mount Zion, Lord!" This bright, uplifting spiritual has become a standard in the choral repertoire for divisi a cappella mixed choirs, and is a perennial favorite for festival performances.

Like all of the Shaw–Parker editions of the classic spirituals, this a cappella arrangement for divisi mixed choir is among the finest available. Its authenticity and sensitive portrayal capture all

Arranged for and famously recorded by the Robert Shaw Chorale, this traditional spiritual setting possesses all the characteristics you'd expect of a Shaw–Parker choral classic. 

One of the strongest titles in the Shaw–Parker spiritual repertoire, this sensitive and timeless arrangement for a cappella mixed divisi choirs is a choral standard. Originally arranged for and

Like all Shaw–Parker spiritual settings, this classic a cappella arrangement is expertly crafted. It remains a top choice for festival choirs and is often performed in both sacred and concert

This traditional spiritual setting from the Shaw–Parker library was originally arranged for and recorded by the Robert Shaw Chorale and remains an enduring classic for mixed divisi choirs.