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Lift Every Voice and Sing—John Rosamund
Johnson/arr. Heather Sorenson. This popular
song, often referred to as the "Black National
Anthem," is frequently chosen to celebrate important
moments in gatherings and commemorations of
the African American Civil Rights Movement. In
this adaptation, supported by vibrant gospel piano
accompaniment, Heather Sorenson and Rev. James
Ward have collaborated in an effort that highlights
the cooperation of black and white composers
working together to honor the message of social
justice. A new second verse written by Rev. Ward
lifts up the quest for diversity and equality.
11317761 SATB w/Solo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Ht Nothin' Gonna Stumble My Feet—Greg Gilpin
& John Parker. If you buy only one new spiritual
setting this year for your a cappella choir, this is the
one you want! Brimming with dynamic contrasts,
rhythmic nuances and textual percussiveness, it
is an absolute thrill to sing and hear. "When I go
to walk that golden street, nothin' gonna stumble,
stumble my feet!"
10045946 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10066278 SSAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10274237 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10066279 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11303444F SATB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
11303445F SSAB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
11303446F TTBB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
HL Order My Steps (In Your Word)—Glenn Burleigh/
arr. Jack Schrader. Nominated for Song of the
Year for the 1995 Dove Awards and recorded by
the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, Glenn Burleigh's
Order My Steps celebrates 15 years of inspirational
performances. This choral setting by Jack Schrader
will give your choir the opportunity to sing an
authentic gospel piece in an easy-to-learn setting
with tight harmonies. This is a passionate prayer for
guidance and a captivating, hypnotic statement your
choir will want to sing again and again!
8020331 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
8064492 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10603889 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10009728 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
8020349 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
8020356 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
Poor Wayfaring Stranger—arr. John Leavitt.
This traditional spiritual carries in its essence the
longing for peace and rest. The bittersweet spirit
is front and center in this arrangement enhanced
by sensitive part writing, an optional solo, and
a flowing piano accompaniment. Optional
instrumental parts are available to further increase
the impact of the piece.
11166518 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11166519 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11166520 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11166521 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
11166524E Instrumental Parts Percussion
& String Quintet ePrint . . . . . . 40.00
H Praise His Holy Name—Keith Hampton.
Captivate your choir and your congregation with
this extraordinary gospel original that is just full
of exuberant praise! Rhythmic challenges are
presented in a chordal structure, making them easier
to learn and sing. Not an imitation, this is high-
energy gospel at its finest!
3168358 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
3295179 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
3300284 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
11308273F SATB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
11308272F SSA Part-Dominant MP3s. . . . 49.99
11308274F TTB Part-Dominant MP3s . . . . 49.99
lL Someone's Walkin'—Patti Drennan.
t This well-written a cappella spiritual paints the
picture of Jesus carrying his cross on the way to
Calvary. A powerful solo, staccato articulations,
accented notes, and mostly homophonic four-part
writing punctuated with touches of counterpoint
create varied and interesting vocal textures.
11165835 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Ht Soon Ah Will Be Done—arr. William L. Dawson.
Another in the series of authentic African-American
spirituals from the pen of William Dawson, this
remains consistently popular year after year!
568717 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
568626 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11313214F SATB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
11313213F TTBB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
Steal Away—arr. Patrick Dupre Quigley.
This beautiful arrangement marries the traditional
African American spiritual melody of Steal Away with
a quasi-improvisational ostinato accompaniment
over a wonderfully written solo/group part. Suitable
for any performance, this will be a wonderful
addition to your choral library and a great piece to
feature an outstanding soloist or small group.
10983657 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
11303985F SATB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
H True Light—Keith Hampton. Opening phrases
of the traditional spiritual This Little Light of Mine
launch this exciting work into Keith Hampton's
original words and music, which feature a sixteen-
measure soprano solo sung to lines from tenth-
century poet Grigor Narekatzi's Book of Mournful
Chants: "Don't let the light that You've given me
die, And don't desert my mind. But let the one
who serves You Praise You again and again." The
repeated responses "He lives in us as True Light"
and "God gave the world True Light" give solid
impact to every phrase. School and church choirs
will revel in the spiritual depth and driving rhythmic
feel of this extraordinarily soulful choral!
3700850 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
11308301F SATB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
Wade in the Water—arr. Dan Davison.
Written specifically with young developing choirs
in mind, this exciting spiritual arrangement features
comfortable vocal ranges and easy-to-learn
choral parts. This rhythmic setting abounds with
solo opportunities for a variety of voice types and
presents outstanding teaching opportunities for style
and historical context. Equally appropriate for the
concert stage or worship service.
10990226 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10715332 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11305957F TB Part-Dominant MP3s . . . . . 49.99
L Wayfaring Stranger—Howard Helvey. This artistic
setting of an American folk hymn is deeply moving
and will leave the congregation breathless. Opening
with a baritone or alto solo, the piece employs
creative harmonizations of the traditional melody, a
beautiful call-and-response section, and a soprano
descant over unison choir to great effect. Stunning!
10954552 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
t We Shall Overcome—arr. Shelton Ridge Love.
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 final statement, this arrangement calls us
to stand with, and for all those in the long fight for
justice. A cappella, this powerful setting may be
sung in any location.
11314193 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
11314194 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
H
Witness—Jack Halloran/arr. Dick Bolks.
Dick Bolks has taken this Jack Halloran classic
and made it accessible for accompanied or a
cappella choirs while retaining the enthusiasm of
the original. This is guaranteed to be the highlight
of your music year!
3260411 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
3291523 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
10366147 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
10458827 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
11309255F SATB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
11309254F SAB Part-Dominant MP3s . . . 49.99
11309256F TTBB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
t
Yonder Come Day—arr. Paul John Rudoi.
This a cappella setting of Yonder Come Day was
created for the 2015 Conference of the National
Collegiate Choral Association. Composer Paul
John Rudoi's music stems from a deeply rooted
passion for connecting innate human values and
universal experiences.
10618575 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
10618576 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10618577 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
11312846F SATB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
11312847F SSAA Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
11312848F TTBB Part-Dominant MP3s . . 49.99
In Their Own Words (Slave Life and the Power of Spirituals)—Eileen Guenther.
This groundbreaking study of slavery and spirituals is the first to place the unique voices of an enslaved
people squarely within the context of their daily lives. A succinct history is woven into an examination of
the role of singing and religion in slave life and directly correlates slave testimonies - in their own words - to
the themes of spirituals. Includes a survey of the musical styles, performance practices, and melodic and
rhythmic characteristics of spirituals.
10646311 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28.00
Way Over in Beulah Lan' (Understanding and Performing the Negro Spiritual)—Andre J. Thomas.
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
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