Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

Based on primary source material, this dynamic arrangement of the traditional spiritual brings great gospel flavor in the chosen harmonies and excellent piano accompaniment. Upbeat and powerful, you can add

This new take on a traditional spiritual is packed with uplifting energy from beginning to end and is great for both sacred and secular performances. The familiar tune has been arranged with fun and

This well-known spiritual and civil rights song is a soulful anthem for both sacred and secular occasions. It is easy to learn and powerful to sing. The accompaniment sets the tone right from the top with a

Featuring alto and tenor soloists throughout, this soulful arrangement of the traditional hymn has a theatrical modern gospel flavor. The choir sings stacked gospel harmonies as they respond to and support

This unique blend of gospel music and the spiritual conveys the meaning of the text through speech rhythms. It's a great piece to bring the diversity of our communities together.

A great new gospel song, this tune is destined to be a hit! The title is the refrain that answers every hardship that can come our way. Excellent energy, colorful blue notes, and rocking rhythms are the

This is an up-tempo and challenging setting of a gospel favorite. A wonderful festival piece with a fun piano accompaniment!

Dedicated to the memory of Moses Hogan, this original gospel-style piece brings an abundance of fervor and joy to the stage. Quoting the traditional spiritual This Little Light of Mine, it builds

This energetic original contemporary gospel piece has a wonderful groove and an uplifting message of self-empowerment. Staccato and accented vocals, expressive dynamics, and a repetition section moving up

Langston Hughes' powerful poem addresses the issues of racism, division, poverty, and greed, and Dilworth's inclusion of the African American spiritual I've Been in the Storm So Long

Written to honor Rollo Dilworth, whose feel and insight for choral gospel music is reverent and accessible to all, this composition incorporates lyrical quotes from some of Rollo's great arrangements,

Shout Glory lives up to its name, with a rip-roarin' accompaniment and highly energetic choral writing! Whether your featured soloist sings the notes as written, or has improvisational skills, this

"And suddenly appeared with the angel a multitude of heavenly host praising God..." The text of this gospel original is inspired by the famous passage from the Gospel of Luke in which the angels appear,

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

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.

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