Spirituals and Gospel Choral Music

Written in the spirit of compassion and empathy for all people, this prayer of St. Francis of Assisi has been wonderfully set in an upbeat gospel style that brings strength and conviction to this powerful

Recognized for its connection to the Underground Railroad by signaling the direction north, this traditional spiritual offers many teaching moments. This exciting arrangement is rhythmic and well supported

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

Your students will love singing this traditional spiritual arranged in an upbeat, gospel style! Call-and-response singing, stacked vocal harmonies, and a funky bridge make this piece oh so fun to sing.

This gospel arrangement of the traditional spiritual is not only restylized, it's given new text as well: "Over my head, I hear music in the air. There must be joy somewhere." Celebrate singing, music, and

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

A spirited original melody paired with the traditional spiritual Little David, Play on Your Harp is the foundation of this bright and bouncy offering. With its accessible partner-song format, this

This creative, accessible, and well-crafted setting features a rhythmic vocal ostinato that allows each section to shine as they sing the melody. The supportive piano accompaniment provides an infectious

Simple body percussion and an uncomplicated harmonic texture highlight the text in this traditional song that reflects on what it feels like to be alone. SEL assets, including lesson plans, suggestions, and

This traditional spiritual has been arranged in a beautifully expressive style with lyrical musical phrasing. With this piece, your choir will improve key choral principles such as line, vowel formation,

The traditional spiritual takes on new life with a driving rock-style setting. Pop and gospel harmonies surround the familiar melody, and the energy is simply nonstop from beginning to end. This is a

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

Pulsing eighth notes in the piano bring instant energy to this arrangement. A unison rendering of the melody gives way to part singing, and this feel-good message will inspire everyone in the room!

This beloved anthem of the civil rights movement retains its gospel flavor in this accessible arrangement. With simple harmonies, it is appropriate for use by most choirs. A supportive piano accompaniment

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

Here's an upbeat setting of a traditional spiritual that is just brimming with kinetic musical energy. Easy to teach and well supported by the piano accompaniment, it's a piece that builds confidence and

A prominent theme song in the early days of the civil rights movement, this was often referenced in the speeches of Martin Luther King. The day after his funeral, Blacks and Whites held hands in the streets

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