Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

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

Acclaimed conductor and arranger Stacey V. Gibbs lends his signature style to this beloved traditional spiritual. Vibrant stacked harmonies, call-and-response interjections, and a joyfully ornamented "I

Set for soloist and a cappella mixed choir, this sparkling arrangement of the traditional spiritual stays in only four parts throughout, making it accessible to school, church, and university choirs.

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

Crafted for Disney's Voices of Liberty, this five-and-half-minute medley of traditional spirituals meanders through many moods - great happiness and joy to deep personal introspection. There are solos,

With a slower introductory section, this a cappella arrangement of the beloved traditional spiritual really picks up in tempo and intensity. With carefully crafted choral parts, the ranges are limited and

The arrangement of this African American spiritual is both accessible and gorgeous. A short choral section is used for the introduction, interludes between verses, and at the conclusion, adding cohesion to

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

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

A strong, resolute setting of the familiar civil rights "marching song" vividly calls to mind the images which add depth of meaning and emotion to the notes sung. From the distant beginning to the powerful

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 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

Trouble the Water combines three well-loved spirituals - Wade in the Water; I Wanna Die Easy and Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel? - to create an incredibly effective and dynamic

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

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

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

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.

"...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

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