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SPIRITUALS & GOSPEL
Poor Wayfaring Stranger—arr. John Purifoy.
Long lyrical melodic lines are enhanced with
echoing countermelodies in this expressive
arrangement of the traditional folk tune for mixed
choirs. A rich and haunting harmonic palette and
flowing piano accompaniment enhance the setting,
which can be sung for concerts or services.
11561811 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Ride the Chariot—arr. Stacey V. Gibbs. With
plenty of rhythmic energy and dynamic contrast,
this lively arrangement of the traditional spiritual
by one of the top names in the choral world is sure
to be a concert highlight for your mixed or treble
choir. Repetition throughout the setting makes it
easy to learn, and the authenticity and stylization
of the texture make it well worthy of study and
performance.
11564411 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.70
Sign Me Up (with "Roll, Jordan, Roll")—
Brandon A. Boyd. Here is an original concert
gospel work with a fierce piano accompaniment
that will bring excitement and variety to your next
performance. Quoting the familiar spiritual Roll,
Jordan, Roll and with repeated percussive effects
in the empowering lyrics, this piece bridges styles
and context to create a variety of educational
opportunities along with a high performance value.
A great closer!
11564982 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
The Storm Is Passing Over—Charles Albert
Tindley/arr. Adam & Matt Podd. Feel the rhythm,
embrace the joy, and let your spirits soar with this
vibrant rendition of a gospel standard. Perfect for
both sacred and secular occasions, this upbeat
concert gospel arrangement will infuse your choir
performance with infectious and uplifting energy.
From its punchy rhythms to its soul-stirring
harmonies, every note resonates with a message
of hope and resilience.
11569865 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11596214 TTB or TTB(B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
There Is a Balm in Gilead—arr. Ysaÿe M.
Barnwell. A beautiful setting of the traditional
spiritual, this treble arrangement employs a
cascading harmonic figure that expands from
unison all the way to a perfect fourth and a
rocking feel that embodies the feeling of a balm.
Updated by a scholarly committee dedicated
to Dr. Barnwell's works, this version includes a
keyboard reduction, additional dynamics, and
notes on the piece. It has also been transposed
up a minor third from the original key, making it
accessible to school, church, and community
choirs of a variety of ages.
11572361 Four-Part Treble or SSAA . . . . . 2.65
Tryin' to Get Home—arr. Anthony Trecek-King.
Originally crafted by an enslaved population
over generations and passed down through oral
tradition, this traditional spiritual is now arranged
for a cappella treble voices and optional violin.
This setting encourages singers to improvise
in a variety of ways to capture the raw style
of the spiritual.
11593008 SSA w/ opt. Violin . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Wanna Die Easy When I Die—arr. Ysaÿe M
Barnwell. Made famous by Sweet Honey in
the Rock, this a cappella arrangement is newly
engraved by a scholarly committee dedicated
to Dr. Barnwell's works, and now features an
optional alto solo, separate lines for baritones
and basses, and more dynamics to help shape
the vocal lines. Though there is divisi, the
harmonies are accessible, and the thick choral
texture makes the message of this traditional
spiritual even more impactful.
11593460 SATB divisi or SSAATBB . . . . . 2.85
The Wayfaring Stranger—arr. Paul Smith. From
the VOCES8 Foundation Choral Series, this is an
approachable and affecting arrangement of the
well-known folk song. Optional soloists and slow-
moving accompanying parts create a haunting,
eerie yet beautiful effect. The parts are not difficult
but require care in balance and tuning to draw out
the most from the piece.
11593455 SATTB or SATBB . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
We Shall Overcome—arr. Dareion Malone.
This arrangement of the beloved civil rights
anthem infuses the traditional melody with close
harmonies, subtle elements of jazz, and effective
movement. It is a powerful musical portrayal
of people walking hand in hand as they work
together to become one voice. Your choir will be
united in solidarity, honor the productive struggle
of the past, and remember the continued fight for
peace and justice for all humanity.
11565006 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
When Our Voices Rise—Rollo Dilworth. Pairing
original lyrics with lyrics from the traditional
spiritual Walk Together Children, this soul-
stirring composition is a source of inspiration
and a testament to the beauty and bravery that
can be found in unity. Powerful harmonies and a
show-stopping piano accompaniment make this
empowering number a must-sing for any concert!
11569068 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
You're the One—Raymond Wise. "You're the
one to make a difference." This original concert
work has a light contemporary gospel feel and
inspirational lyrics that encourage us all to take
the time to look around and see how our actions
can make the world a better place. It's a great text
to discuss with your choir, and the musical setting
has plenty of repetition to make it easily learned
while reinforcing the lyrics.
11565012 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
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