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SPIRITUALS & GOSPEL SELECTIONS
l Hear the Lambs A-Cryin' (Oh Shepherd,
Feed-a My Sheep)—arr. Lynn Shaw Bailey.
Compelling, sensitive, and carefully crafted, this
tender spiritual arrangement speaks to the need for
love and compassion for each other. A bluesy piano
part nicely complements the soulful part writing in
this poignant selection.
11198011 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
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Hold Me, Rock Me—Brian Tate. This original
makes clever use of texts from a variety of popular
spirituals. Anyone who has ever yearned for
belonging will relate to its message, and will enjoy
the feeling of being rocked by its satisfying music!
8067260 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10512724 SSAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10031160 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
4 Hold On—arr. Dan Davison. In this 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 contrast. Ranges
are accessible for mixed choirs in the middle and
developing high school levels. Add the optional
brake drum for greater effect.
11198198 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
H How Can I Keep from Singing? (A Gospel
Setting)—Greg Gilpin. Greg has taken the
traditional Quaker text and positively supercharged
it with his own gospel-styled music in this marvelous
new look at a timeless American poem. This one
has it all - a wide-open solo for your best gospel
singer, an accompaniment that's fine as is, or can
be embellished at will by your pianist, and hand
claps from the very first measure that'll quickly
spread through your audience or congregation.
Highly recommended!
10352316 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
3298161 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . .ME 1.95
10352293 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10192345 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
3298923 Multi-Song
Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . .25.00
4L How Sweet the Sound—Kyle Pederson. This
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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 valley is too deep
for the healing gift and power of soul-freeing grace.
The music has a driving quality, with the choir
occasionally backing up the soloist with humming,
quick commentary, or a sustained neutral syllable.
11199452 SATB A Cappella Version. . . . . .2.80
11199453 SATB with Piano . . . . . . . . . . . .2.80
Ht Hush! Somebody's Callin' My Name—arr.
Brazeal W. Dennard. This is the most appealing
arrangement of a spiritual that has been done in a
long, long time! The beginning employs a unique
treatment of the word "Hush" that emphasizes the
last two letters of the word in a remarkably effective
way. Including dramatic unison passages and a
short solo section with characteristic background
figures, this is exceptionally easy to put together.
It's guaranteed to become a favorite of your choir
and a highlight of any performance!
1617984 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
1782622 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
1782630 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
1818392 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
t I Can Tell the World—arr. Moses Hogan. Once
again, Moses Hogan has proven his prowess as a
premier arranger of spirituals for a cappella voices.
This joyful, dynamic setting is a real showcase for
better choirs!
3151750 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
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I Hear America Singing—Andre J. Thomas.
This dynamite selection quotes the spiritual Walk
Together, Children and offers driving rhythmic
excitement straight through to its exuberant
conclusion! A superb choice for concert, festival,
or patriotic programs for singers of all ages.
Impressive, especially with the optional parts for
wind ensemble or orchestra!
1873785 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
3303186 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
3294820 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
10513109 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
10810602 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
3303187 Concert Band Wind Ensemble . .39.95
3302370 Orchestration Orchestra . . . . . . .59.95
HD I Sing Because I'm Happy—arr. Kenneth
Padden/adapt. Rollo Dilworth. Now available
for treble voices! 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, church and concert choirs.
10451977 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
10928292 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . . . . .M 2.15
10573396 Three-Part Treble or SSA . .M 2.15
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I Want to Rise—arr. Mark Weston. Two traditional
favorites, I Want to Rise and Swing Low, Sweet
Chariot, are woven together in this medley that
presents the melodies in unison or simple harmony
before partnering the two together. Complete it with
a supportive piano part and laid back groove, and
you'll be delighted at how quickly your beginning
choirs will sound like pros!
10843367 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . .ME 2.05
10953839 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
10882905 Multi-Song
Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . .44.95
4L I Will Sing—Michael Engelhardt. "What will I do
with the portion given to me? I will sing." This
fantastic work, written in a Gospel style, but with
an ecumenical text that challenges each of us
to make the most of the lives we've been given,
is a perfect piece for any setting as well as a
great closer!
11195665 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.65
L I'll Fly Away—arr. Craig Courtney. This
wonderful arrangement of the old gospel favorite
by Albert E. Bramley will both please and delight
your congregation. A challenging, exciting, yet
accessible four-hand accompaniment will be a
treat for your more accomplished musicians and
will provide life and lift to the singers. It is scored
for SATB choir and piano four-hands, but is also
available for SSAA and TTBB.
10667323 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10667324 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10667325 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
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I'm Bound for Glory! (Swing Low)—Sally
Albrecht & Jay Althouse. A soulful quote from
"Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" opens this gospel
original before breaking into a spirited celebration.
The syncopated chorus will be fun to sing and the
closing descant offers sopranos a chance to really
shine. In the 3-part mixed voicing, cued Baritone
notes offer even more flexibility for changing voices
and extended harmonies.
10875743 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . .ME 2.05
10875744 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
10875747 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.99
10881852 DVD-Movin'! . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39.99
Lt I'm Building Me a Home—arr. Anthony Trecek-
King. This lesser-known spiritual has a theme
of resilience and home presented chorally in a
call and response format. With considerable
flexibility for improvisation, inflections and note
bending by the chorus, or even the addition of
an improvised soloist throughout, this authentic
setting presents a wonderful a cappella show
piece for tenor-bass choirs.
10873341 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.60
H I'm Going Up a-Yonder—Walter Hawkins /
arr. Martin Sirvatka. From the Doreen Rao series
for treble voices, this Walter Hawkins spiritual is a
consistent choice for festivals and adjudications.
Although SSAA, it sings so freely that children as
well as adults will enjoy its positive message and
rhythmic vitality.
1727809 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
4 I'm Gonna Lift My Voice and Sing!—Lon
Beery. This accessible contemporary gospel work
features a secular text that celebrates singing. A
driving keyboard accompaniment, syncopated
rhythms, solo opportunities, a layered bridge, and
a clap chorus give this work the style and drive of
a gospel powerhouse. What a great educational
opportunity to explore a genre that has greatly
affected American music! Now available in SSA.
3295860 Three-Part Mixed/
SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
11197769 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Ht I'm Gonna Sing 'til the Spirit Moves in My
Heart—arr. Moses Hogan. The multi-layered
texture of this powerful original spiritual is both
challenging and invigorating.
1962638 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
10425113 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 1.90
10393891 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 1.90
4 I'm Gonna Sing When the Spirit Says Sing—
arr. James M. DesJardins. This piece combines
musical elements of traditional African-American
spirituals and Protestant church music. Inspirational
and great fun to sing, with optional claps and
hand moves, singers will ride on the energy and
excitement of the driving bass line in the highly
rhythmic piano accompaniment. Now available in
a three-part mixed voicing!
11198320 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . .ME 2.50
10872487 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Perform Spirituals with Authenticity!
WAY OVER in
BEULAH LAN'
Understanding and
Performing the Negro Spiritual
Andre J. Thomas/ed. Kropff.
Renowned choral conductor and
educator Andre J. Thomas has
crafted a book that the conductor
of any choral ensemble will want
close at hand when preparing to
program any concert spiritual.
Understanding the Spiritual, the first
of the book's two sections, is an
exploration of the beginnings of the
spiritual, its role in society and its
transition into art music. Issues of
interpretation-text, diction, rhythm,
and tempo-are addressed in the
second section, Performing the
Spiritual. Includes interviews with
Dr. Anton Armstrong and Professor
Judith Willougby. This practical
book will help you develop a firm
understanding of the spiritual and
realize the full potential of the
spirituals your choirs perform!
10029409 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.95
Reproducible!
HE'S GOT the
WHOLE WORLD
arr. Gwyn Arch. This budget-
stretching choral collection includes
15 spirituals and gospel songs
that radiate a cheerful and happy
mood. Conceived for younger
children, these accessible songs
can be sung flexibly in unison or
two-part harmony by groups of any
size and makeup. The short solo
parts can always be adapted by
small choral groups, and the piano
accompaniments are supportive
and easily playable. The book
includes the full score (voices with
piano accompaniment) as well as
separate pages with just the vocal
parts that are clear, concise, and
fully reproducible for your whole
choir. Titles include: This Train;
When the Saints Go Marching In;
All Night, All Day; Ezekiel Saw the
Wheel and many more!
11174831 Unison/Two-Part
Reproducible Book . . 44.25
