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SPIRITUALS & GOSPEL SELECTIONS
4 I'm On My Way—Anthony Trecek-King. Rhythmic,
driving, and intense, this is a rich selection for
three-part treble choruses. A lesser-known spiritual
speaking to themes of home, journey, and trial, this
is an accessible and dynamic arrangement.
11170295 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.75
10980921 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.75
t I've Been in the Storm So Long—arr. Christi
Jones. Emerging treble choirs will love singing this
beloved spiritual arranged with their specific ranges
and abilities in mind. Teach historical context, tone,
and style with this flexible offering that can be
performed a cappella or with piano accompaniment,
depending on the needs of the ensemble.
10979653 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 1.95
4L In God's Hands—arr. Erik Whitehill. Children's
and youth choirs will have a ton of fun with Erik
Whitehill's reimagination of He's Got the Whole
World in His Hands. This two-part anthem features
updated and inclusive language along with a funky
rhythmic accompaniment. Whitehill's two-part
writing is accessible and hits all the right marks!
11166886 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.10
4 It's Gonna Be Alright—Raymond Wise. 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 by half steps add to the excitement.
Optional drum and bass parts are available.
11202191 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
11202192 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
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Jericho!—arr. Reginal Wright. The walls of
Jericho come alive with a fresh take on the beloved
spiritual for treble choirs. An opening lyrical section
blossoms into a more traditional upbeat setting with
a stylized gospel piano accompaniment. Dramatic
effects and a big descant lead to an exciting finish
that will make this ideal for a closer or an encore.
11161184 SSA divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.20
H John the Revelator (Traditional Gospel Blues)
—arr. Paul Caldwell & Sean Ivory. If you have
the choir and accompanist to handle this, you must
give it a serious look because it is just phenomenal!
In its original form, the song stems from the Delta
Blues tradition, and was recorded by Blind Willie
Johnson and Son House during the 1920s and
1930s. "O tell me who is that writin'? John the
Revelator...O tell me what is he writin'? 'bout the
Revelation...writin' in the book of seven seals..."
With vocal glissandi, claps, stomps and stunning
dynamics, this is intense, and well worth the work
you put into it!
8061189 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 2.30
4 Joshua Fit the Battle—arr. Greg Gilpin. Original
music pairs with the traditional spiritual melody in
an exciting partner-style choral for two-part voices.
A quick learn, and an ideal piece for teaching
young singers how to hold their harmony parts
with success. A supportive piano accompaniment
completes the package for a piece that offers
great educational opportunities as well as high
performance value.
11171303 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.10
Lt A Jubilant Day—Judy A. Rose. This newly
composed gospel-style spiritual features soprano
and alto soloists along with your whole choir in an a
cappella setting that will thrill your audience. Tempo
variations and shifts between major and minor
ultimately lead to a huge gospel stacking section
that your choir will love!
11147248 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
Ht Keep Your Lamps!—arr. Andre Thomas.
This exciting spiritual, with accompaniment
for high, medium, and low conga drums, is an
unusually appealing number for a wide variety of
uses from smaller choirs through massed choir
performances. Available in SATB and TTBB a
cappella arrangements, as well as in SSA with
piano accompaniment. Highly recommended!
1428499 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
3303462 SSA with piano . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
10748272 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.15
H Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning—arr.
Greg Gilpin. If you're looking for something a little
different to perform in the spiritual style, take a
close look at this nicely rhythmic setting by Greg
Gilpin. Interlocking vocals sing over a pulsating
piano accompaniment that interprets a text of
joyous anticipation, awaiting the Lord's coming.
For school or church choirs, this is a refreshing and
satisfying work that will be enjoyed by all who hear.
Already an established hit for two-part voices, it's
now available for SAB and SATB!
10452328 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.85
10089322 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.90
3301917 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.85
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Keep Your Lamps!—arr. Victor Johnson.
Opening with "Keep your lamps trimmed and
burning!" as a dramatic rubato statement, this
incredibly creative arrangement then kicks into a
driving, rhythmically intense feel that never lets up!
A most welcome addition to the choral repertoire!
Highly recommended!
10519886 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
10028791 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . .ME 2.20
10810609 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
10028792 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
10028793 TTB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
10028794 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
10882911 Multi-Song
Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . .44.95
Lt Kumbaya—arr. Stacey V. Gibbs. This energetic
setting of a favorite is given a unique and energetic
treatment by the arranger. Powerful, engaging and
inspiring. The use of djembe helps to flavor the
piece and support its rhythmic energy. This will be
a favorite for singers and audiences alike.
10933631 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.15
H Let Everything that Hath Breath—Jeffery L.
Ames. It is impossible not to be inspired by this
soul-stirring gospel original. The accompaniment is
rock solid, and the choral parts are incredibly gutsy,
with dramatic dynamic swells and accents that will
shake the rafters! "Magnify the Lord with me and
exalt His name together...Let everything that hath
breath praise the Lord!"
10017215 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.30
l Let Me Fly—arr. Catherine DeLanoy. This
energetic arrangement of a timeless spiritual is
sure to inspire through its uplifting melody of hope
and determination for a better life. There's a nice
interplay between the voices, enhanced by a spirited
piano accompaniment and optional handclaps.
11198324 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . .ME 2.25
HD Let Me Fly—arr. Rollo Dilworth. In the traditional
spiritual Let Me Fly, the chariot is presented as
a symbol of freedom. This creative setting for
mixed or treble choirs offers lots of opportunities
for musical growth and expression with its steady
marching accompaniment, interesting harmonies,
strophic variation and well-crafted vocals.
10841945 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
10352261 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.10
Let My People Go (Go Down, Moses)—arr.
Roger Emerson. From Roger's popular series
of contemporary spirituals for young choirs, this
setting marvelously displays your singers at their
best! Strong harmonies, rock-solid voice leading,
and an active piano part will resonate through the
walls of your concert hall!
3241460 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . .ME 2.10
3241478 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
lL Let Your Spirit Sing!—arr. Douglas E. Wagner.
Creative piano parts set the mood for this set of
three well-known spirituals that can be easily
learned by developing choirs. Each spiritual -
Oh, Won't You Sit Down?; Deep River with All
Night, All Day and He's Got the Whole World
in His Hands - may be performed separately or
combined into a suite. With a light jazz style for
the opening and closing titles and a moderate
tempo ballad for the middle title, it's fun to sing
and a great budget stretcher.
11172860 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . .ME 2.50
11172861 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
11199146 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.95
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Lift Every Voice and Sing—J. Rosamond
Johnson/arr. Rollo Dilworth. This beloved anthem
of the civil rights movement retains its gospel flavor
in this accessible two-part arrangement. Mostly in
unison with some simple harmonies, this version
is appropriate for use by most choirs. A supportive
piano accompaniment completes the feel.
11001656 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.10
The Light That Will Lead You Home—Stuart
Chapman Hill. This piece, based on an original text,
is scored for SAB voices, soloist, and piano. The
gospel style found in the keyboard keeps the piece
lively and accentuates the message that "every now
and then when the darkness falls, I can be the light
that will lead you home."
10996257 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
4L Like a River in My Soul—arr. Tim Osiek. The
river flows steady and calm in this beautiful
arrangement of the traditional spiritual edited by
Dan Forrest. It is impossible to ignore the underlying
intensity which rises and falls as peace, love and
joy move from river to ocean to fountain and back
again. It is accompanied by piano and is certain to
become a favorite.
10907660 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
11166181 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
11166182 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
Little David, Play on Your Harp—arr. Rollo
Dilworth. This arrangement presents the traditional
spiritual with a rhythmic, vibrant gospel feel. Be
sure to consider it for a performance with combined
choirs, as the voice parts in the two editions are
designed to be compatible. Singers of all ages will
enjoy the Old Testament story of David's triumph
over the mighty giant, Goliath.
10065121 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10065125 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
lD Little Light of Mine—arr. Ken Berg. This upbeat
swing arrangement of a popular American spiritual
features your accompanist with a honky-tonk
flavored piano part. The positive message is set
with approachable and enjoyable choral parts and
an abundance of energy. Invite your audience to sing
along on the last verse for a rousing concert closer.
11171170 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
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Little Wheel A-Turnin'—arr. Greg Gilpin. This
terrific arrangement of Ezekiel Saw the Wheel not
only takes the familiar spiritual into a minor key, but
also uses an ostinato in the lower voices to create
the feeling of a wheel spinning - it's very effective!
Vocal layering of harmonies, rhythmic excitement,
and a driving piano accompaniment work together
to create a choral feature that is greater than the
sum of its parts!
11164292 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
3301472 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . .ME 2.25
11164293 Two-Part or Three-Part . . .ME 2.25
11164294 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
11164295 TTB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
4L Michael, Row the Boat Ashore!—arr. Russell
Robinson. Complete with optional conga drums or
djembe, this Calypso-style arrangement of the well-
known spiritual will be a pleasure for choirs to sing
and audiences to hear! The harmonies and interplay
between the voices are really nice, with lightly
syncopated rhythms. This is an enjoyable opportunity
to highlight the lower voices in your program.
11196490 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
H Music Down in My Soul—arr. Moses Hogan.
Premiered at the World Choral Symposium in
Minneapolis, this gospel praise song was inspired
by the spiritual Over My Head. The dynamic
piano accompaniment adds to the excitement,
making this a fantastic choral feature or concert
closer. Exuberant!
3297947 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
8061470 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
