Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

A common theme among spirituals is "the great judgment day" and the idea of hope for a better future. Incorporating quotes from Great Day as well as original verses with a stylish gospel piano

Rhythmic, driving, and intense, this arrangement of the traditional spiritual with themes of home, journey, and trial is based on the 1950s Mahalia Jackson version with an Afro-Cuban beat. Add string bass

With options for bass, percussion, body percussion, and a cappella singing, this arrangement of the traditional spiritual from the Georgia Sea Islands is easy to learn and an absolute joy to sing. This

This fantastic stylized arrangement will appeal to choirs at many levels. Singable and skillfully arranged, this setting is fun, exciting, and captures the gentle joy of this spiritual. The piano

In this traditional spiritual arrangement, accented rhythms in the vocal lines and the supportive piano part drive the energetic vitality, while counterpoint and a pianissimo staccato section provide vocal

Here's a beloved American spiritual, sensitively prepared for concert or service use. The familiar strophic melody and expressive tempo markings stretch on each phrase and suggest more motion when the text

More love, more hope, and more joy! This traditional spiritual is a plea for peace and unity, and this arrangement makes it accessible to any choir. Its simple harmonies unfold beautifully over three or

This traditional spiritual is great for any occasion as a celebration of music and joy. The arrangement begins with a slow soulful opening, then breaks into a rockin' gospel groove that will lift up your

Written specifically with young developing choirs in mind, this exciting spiritual arrangement features comfortable vocal ranges and easy-to-learn two-part harmonies. This rhythmic setting abounds with solo

Adapted from the gospel-style interpretation of the hymn His Eye Is on the Sparrow originally performed and recorded by the Georgia Mass Choir, this setting is an inspirational choice for gospel,

Set in a spirited gospel swing, this traditional African American spiritual is paired with When the Saints Go Marching In in an arrangement with a dynamic modern feel. With both songs

In this exquisite choral setting with piano, we find inspiration from both the American spiritual and gospel styles of an earlier century. A rich vocal solo opens the piece, and later floats over

The text comes to spirited life as this gospel-style setting lauds the value of a song to improve the quality of our lives. Chord symbols are included for the addition of instruments or improvisation by the

This traditional spiritual is great for any occasion as a celebration of music and joy. The arrangement begins with a slow soulful opening, then breaks into a rockin' gospel groove that will lift up your

More love, more hope, and more joy! This traditional spiritual is a plea for peace and unity, and this arrangement makes it accessible to any choir. Its simple harmonies unfold beautifully over three verses