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SPIRITUALS & GOSPEL SELECTIONS
4 Elijah Rock—arr. Rollo Dilworth. Building on
the heritage of the great arrangements of Jester
Hairston and Moses Hogan, Rollo Dilworth has
created his own unique approach to the traditional
spiritual. Through layering of motivic material and
percussive effects in the lyrics, elements of jazz,
blues, and gospel music combine to great success
in this accompanied version of Elijah's dramatic
ascension into heaven. Now available in SATB.
11203941 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.10
10447343 Three-Part Treble . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Ht Elijah Rock—arr. Jester Hairston. Jester Hairston
and his mentor Hal Johnson toured the rural
countryside in order to preserve the Negro spiritual.
His arrangement of Elijah Rock is a timeless gift
that is "rock" solid. A rocking, bluesy dialogue
between the parts makes him the master arranger
of spirituals. Elijah is probably his most famous and
rightfully so, how could you forget that bass comin'
at ya, "Elijah, Rock, Shout, Shout!"
183426 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
183517 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
4L Elijah Rock—arr. Victor C. Johnson. Possessing
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crisp a cappella harmonies and cool syncopation
in the vocal parts, this work is a solid choice for
developing choirs in both concert and festival
settings. An original bridge augments the popular
traditional spiritual melody, and the echoing
harmony parts in the chorus add to the rhythmic
texture. A fresh arrangement of a choral classic!
11202497 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . .ME 2.10
11202498 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.10
Ht Elijah Rock—arr. Moses Hogan. Here's a
wonderful opportunity for your choir to "pull out all
the stops" as they recreate the full depth and vitality
of this magnificent spiritual. Moses Hogan's unique
and exciting a cappella arrangement will surely be
a favorite with better choirs everywhere, because
it is so much fun to rehearse and so impressive in
performance. Very rewarding!
1922947 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
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Elijah Rock—arr. Roger Emerson. When it comes
to writing exciting spiritual arrangements for young
and developing voices, Roger Emerson really knows
how to do it right! Now, this incredibly popular
spiritual is available in a singable setting that your
singers are going to sound great on. A very strong
choice for any performance occasion!
10605589 SATB SAT(B). . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.10
3115904 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . E 2.10
3115912 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.10
Ht Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit—arr. William L.
Dawson. Another fabulous show piece that Dawson
has created out of this timeless spiritual. It will take
work but it's a concert highlight!
566018 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 1.85
4825618 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 1.95
6010912 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 1.75
Ht Ezekiel Saw de Wheel—arr. William Dawson. The
classic Dawson version of the American spiritual is a
tour de force for more experienced choirs. Dawson's
interpretation of the "wheel within a wheel" passage
is a masterful stroke of choral orchestration.
566109 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 2.25
Fly Away Medley—arr. Mark Hayes. A real gospel
tapestry! The arranging genius of Mark Hayes shines
in this stellar medley of gospel favorites, including
Albert Brumley's I'll Fly Away, recently featured
in the movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?," We'll
Understand It Better By and By; When the Roll Is
Called Up Yonder; On Jordan's Stormy Banks and
When the Saints Go Marching In. Arranged in a
"down-home" country style with fresh, playful choral
harmonies, this will be as much fun to sing as it is
to listen to. The SATB and SAB editions open with
a stylized vocal trio feature that really gets things
going. The terrific orchestration hits the mark and
will guarantee a spectacular performance!
8059561 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
8059562 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.35
8059564 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
8059565 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . . . .50.00
4 Follow the Drinking Gourd—arr. David Hill.
Arranged for the developing tenor-bass choir, this
spiritual provides opportunities to explore colors in
the vocal sound while singing in a minor key. The
mournful quality, sometimes hushed, sometimes
hopeful, is enhanced by an independent piano
accompaniment that supports without duplicating
the voices.
11198035 TTB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
4L Follow the Drinking Gourd—arr. Victor C.
Johnson. Mostly known for its association with
the Underground Railroad, this traditional African-
American spiritual is presented in an upbeat gospel
setting. The stylized piano accompaniment really
drives the arrangement, and the exciting choral
rhythms in the verse and chorus fall right in the
pocket. A dramatic optional descant helps build it
up to a glorious ending.
11197484 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
11197485 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
11197486 TTB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
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Freedom Train—Rollo Dilworth. This jazz-infused
gospel original was inspired by the great spirituals
of the past. Marked by invigorating rhythms, bluesy
melodies and full harmonies, with a truly authentic
gospel-style piano accompaniment, this work
makes an impressive concert closer or mass-choir
finale. "Freedom Train's a-comin', get on board!"
Now available for mixed and treble voices!
10048714 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
10760121 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
4L Give Me Oil in My Lamp—arr. Kyle Pederson. This
driving arrangement mashes up two iconic melodies:
Give Me Oil in My Lamp and Swing Low. Written for
SAB choir, this work is accessible while still being
meaningful and fun to sing, with a message of joy
and peace that is appropriate for any season.
11195670 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.55
lL Glorious Peace—Patti Drennan. A syncopated
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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
tradition. This is a fresh, excellent contribution to
the a cappella literature for mixed or treble choirs!
11197136 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
l Glory, Hallelujah, the Saints Go Marchin' In—
arr. Greg Gilpin. A great opener, closer, or encore,
this innovative arrangement of selected sections of
The Battle Hymn of the Republic and When the Saints
Go Marching In affords many rhythmic teaching
elements. You'll find many opportunities to perform
this patriotic/spiritual selection throughout the year!
Now available in SAB and two-part/SSA voicings.
11198029 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 1.95
11197665 Two-Part or SSA . . . . . . . .ME 1.95
10510065 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 1.95
lL Gonna Sing (When the Spirit Says Sing)—arr.
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Andy Beck. Opening with just a shaker and unison
voices, the percussion ostinatos (notated in the
score) and traditional choral harmonies gradually
unfold into full harmony. Well-planned key changes
ensure successful a cappella modulations for
younger choirs in this traditional African-American
Spiritual arrangement designed just for them.
11196354 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . E 2.05
11196355 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
11196356 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
11196357 TTB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
4L Good News—Rosephanye Powell. Commissioned
t for the ACDA National Convention in New York,
2003, Rosephanye Powell has brought her classic
style to this beloved spiritual. This arrangement
is rhythmic, vibrant and fun with excellent vocal
writing and energy.
11197233 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.55
3299335 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.55
4L Gospel Plow—arr. Hans Bridger Heruth. This
t setting is destined to take its place as one of the
great arrangements of this classic spiritual. Highly
rhythmic and ever energetic, with layered ostinatos
and blues influences, it will be a great concert
closer or highlight.
11190448 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 2.25
Ht Great God Almighty—arr. Stacey V. Gibbs.
Here is a fresh, captivating a cappella arrangement
of a traditional spiritual that begins freely, then
kicks in, quiets down, and builds to a fulfilling
finish. This is excellent for church and school as
well as festival use.
10366142 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.75
4 Harps and Wheels (with Little David, Play
on Your Harp and Ezekiel Saw De Wheel)—
arr. Joseph M. Martin. Two treasured spirituals,
Little David, Play on Your Harp and Ezekiel Saw
the Wheel, partner in a veritable dance with a
lighthearted piano accompaniment. Expertly crafted
for two-part mixed voices, it is ideal for young
singers or for "slim Sundays."
11165954 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
3298704 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
4D Harriet Tubman—Walter Robinson/arr. Kathleen
t McGuire. 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 create a wonderful choral tapestry
perfect for a district or festival choir feature. "Come
on up, puh, huh, huh, I got a lifeline, come on up to
this train o' mine..."
10045881 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
11197257 SAB or SSAB. . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
10737613 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
11198756 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
HD He Never Failed Me Yet—Robert Ray. With its
driving beat and enormous appeal, this powerful
gospel work has become the definitive selection
in this style for an entire generation. Use one or
two soloists and be prepared for spontaneous,
hand-clapping joy as your group reaches the finale.
Impressive! (The SSA edition is one step higher, in
the key of C.)
1424092 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.10
8070839 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.10
10002656 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
1901263 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.99
1939735 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . . . .55.00
Ht Hear My Prayer—Moses Hogan. Dedicated to the
memory of Jester Hairston, this original spiritual by
Moses Hogan is a reverent prayer of hope. For a
cappella mixed voices, its quiet but dramatic rubato
style is powerfully moving.
3289634 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
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