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Spirituals A Cappella Arrangements

Spirituals are the Southern sacred folk songs created and first sung by African Americans during slavery. Their original composers are unknown, and they have assumed a position of collective ownership by the whole community. They lend themselves easily to communal singing. Many are in a call-and-response structure, with back-and-forth exchanges between the leader and the group. A formal concert tradition has evolved from the original spirituals, with solo and choral arrangements based on original slave melodies, employed for performance by amateur and professional artists.

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Adolphus Hailstork : Three Dunbar Hymns : SATB : Sheet Music Collection

Adolphus Hailstork : Three Dunbar Hymns

Paul Laurence Dunbar was born June 27, 1872 in Dayton, Ohio. He died there on February 9, 1906. Dunbar was the first African-American poet to garner national critical acclaim. He penned a large body of dialect poems, standard English poems, essays, novels, and short stories, before he died at age 33. His work often addressed the difficulties encountered by members of his race and the efforts of African-Americans to achieve equality in America. He was praised both by the prominent literary critics of his time and by his literary contemporaries.

Songlist: When Storms Arise, Lead Gently, Lord, Little Lamb

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Voicing: SATB | 7224b | Sheet Music Collection | $4.50 | A Cappella


Adolphus Hailstork : Four Spirituals : SATB : Songbook : 412-41082

Adolphus Hailstork : Four Spirituals

Conceived a a set there is also a short prelude.

Songlist: Great Day!, In Dat Great Gettin' Up Mornin', Cert'ny Lord, He's Got the Whole World In His Hand

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Voicing: SATB | 9903b | Songbook | $6.95 | A Cappella


Albert McNeil : Al McNeil Spirituals : SATB : Sheet Music Collection

Albert McNeil : Al McNeil Spirituals

Treat yourself to seven, rousing spirituals by Albert McNeil, who is well-known to the national choral community, having been honored on four occasions with "Command Performances" before the prestigious American Choral Directors Association in 1981 in New Orleans, in 1985 at their Salt Lake City Convention, at their 1997 convention in San Diego, California, and most recently in February, 2000, at Los Angeles during the ACDA Western Division Convention held on the campus of Loyola-Marymount University.

Songlist: Hold Out Your Light, He's Got the Whole World, Open the Window, Noah, John, The Revelator, My Long White Robe, All My Trials

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Voicing: SATB | 3336b | Sheet Music Collection | $12.25 | A Cappella


Alice Parker / Robert Shaw : Singin' in the Spirit : SATB : Songbook : Robert Shaw : 00-25559

Alice Parker / Robert Shaw : Singin' in the Spirit

An exciting collection of five classic spiritual settings which can be performed separately or together as a suite.

Songlist: I'm Goin' to Sing, Steal Away, I Got Shoes, Deep River, John Saw duh Numbuh

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Voicing: SATB | 8592b | Songbook | $6.95

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Andre J. Thomas : Way Over in Beulah Lan' : Songbook : 9780893287238 : 30/2268H

Andre J. Thomas : Way Over in Beulah Lan'

Renowned choral conductor and educator Andre J. Thomas has crafted a book that the conductor of any choral ensemble-be it church, high school, university, or professional will want close at hand when preparing to program any concert spiritual. Understanding the Spiritual, the first of the book's two sections, includes 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. In addition to interviews with noted conductors Dr. Anton Armstrong and Prof. Judith Willoughby as to matters of performance and selection, the centerpiece of this section is Dr. Thomas's personal reflections on several spiritual arrangements, including his rehearsal techniques (with specific examples and measure-number references to the included scores), as well as an insightful look into his decisions of interpretation.

Songlist: Understanding The Spiritual, The Origin and Development of The Spiritual, From Oral Tradition To The Printed Page, Beyond The Printed Page To Shaping An Art, Performing The Spiritual, From The Printed Page To The Concert Stage, Reflections On Six Spirituals, Interviews With Dr. Anton Armstrong and Prof Judith Willoughby

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6487b | Songbook | $34.95


Anna Laura Page and Jean Anne Shafferman : My First Spirituals : Unison : Songbook : 038081213521  : 00-22080

Anna Laura Page and Jean Anne Shafferman : My First Spirituals

My First Spirituals offers 12 delightful songs featuring 14 traditional spirituals with actions and activities for young children, ages 3-8. Here are some of the most beloved spirituals of all time, arranged for unison voices with keyboard and/or guitar accompaniment. Great for children's choir, Sunday school, Christian school, vacation Bible school or summer camp! Your children will love singing them both as informal "fun songs" and in worship or chapel throughout the year! Reproducible lyric/coloring sheets included.

Songlist: Teaching Suggestions & Scripture Focus, Chatter with the Angels, Kum Ba Yah / Let Us Break Brea, Who Built the Ark?, All Night, All Day, Woke Up This Morning, I Got Shoes, Guide My Feet, Over My Head, Mary Had a Baby, I've Just Come from the Fountain, We Are Climbing Jacob's Ladder, Do, Lord / Rise and Shine

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Voicing: Unison | 2369b | Songbook | $14.95


Anton Armstrong (editor) : I Will Trust in the Lord: Five Spirituals : SATB : Songbook : Anton Armstrong : 9780800679446

Anton Armstrong (editor) : I Will Trust in the Lord: Five Spirituals

This collection showcases five of Undine Smith Moore's spirituals edited by Anton Armstrong and includes an instructional forward written for this newly-engraved edition.

Songlist: I Believe This Is Jesus, I'm Going Home, I Will Trust in the Lord, Oh, That Bleeding Lamb, We Shall Walk through the Valley

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Voicing: SATB | 7750b | Songbook | $3.95 | A Cappella


Ben Parry : Deep River : SA : Choral Octavo : 9780571526253 : 12-057152625X

Ben Parry : Deep River

The struggle and suffering described in American Sprituals go hand in hand with an overwhelming sense of hope for a better life. Deep River is one of the most popular spirituals, which includes some adventurous harmonies in this arrangement. The Spiritual Medley combines three songs all creatively reworked by Ben Parry.

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Voicing: SA | 40749b | Choral Octavo | $5.50 | With Piano

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Bob Chilcott (Edited by) : Spirituals For Choirs : Mixed 5-8 Parts : Songbook : 9780193435377

Bob Chilcott (Edited by) : Spirituals For Choirs

An exciting collection of 20 specially commissioned SATB arrangements almost all of which are a cappella. The contents reflect the richness and diversity of the spiritual tradition, including many much-loved favourites like "All My Trials". "Joshua fit the Battle of Jericho" and "Steal Away" alongside exquisite discoveries that are less well known. All burst with freshness and invention to provide singers with inspirational, moving and above all enjoyable repertoire. As well as contributing five new pieces, the compiler Bob Chilcott has assembled a top selection of arrangers including Joseph Jennings, JohnWashburn and Steve Barnett. The result is a dazzling array of styles, from the introspective to the estatic (including a stylish gospel-influenced song or two along the way). With a mixture of large and small-scale pieces, there's something here for every choir whatever its forces or level of expertise.

Songlist: All My Trials, Balm in Gilead, By an By, Deep River, Didn't It Rain, Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel, Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit, Goin' Home to God, Go, Tell it on the Mountain, I Got A Robe, I Want Jesus To Walk With Me, Joshua Fit De Battle Of Jericho, Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen, Peter, Go Ring Them Bells, Steal Away, Surely He Died On Calvary, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, Wade In The Water, Way Over In Beulah-lan', Were You There?

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Voicing: Mixed 5-8 Parts | 6702b | Songbook | $22.95 | Primarily a cappella


Cantus : A Cappella Arrangements Vol. 2 : TTBB : Sheet Music Collection

Cantus : A Cappella Arrangements Vol. 2

A unique collection of spirituals and folk songs arranged by the talented ensemble Cantus for male unaccompanied voices. Recommended

Songlist: Danny Boy, Barbara Allen, She Moved Through the Fair, Deep River, Heav'n, Heav'n

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Voicing: TTBB | Performed by Cantus | 9130b | Sheet Music Collection | $6.50 | A Cappella


Chanticleer : A Cappella Spirituals : SATB : Sheet Music Collection : Joseph Jennings

Chanticleer : A Cappella Spirituals

Joseph Jennings, long-time music director of the multiple Grammy winning a cappella ensemble Chanticleer, has always had an affinity for spirituals and the group has many wonderful recordings of Jenning's arrangements. This collection for mixed voices a cappella are bound to please.

Songlist: Steal Away, Where The Sun Will Never Go Down, Keep Your Hand On The Plow, Calling My Children Home

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Voicing: SATB | Performed by Chanticleer | 7307b | Sheet Music Collection | $13.50 | A Cappella


Clayton White : Tryin' to Get Ready  : SATB : Songbook : G-6808

Clayton White : Tryin' to Get Ready

"My primary purpose in this effort is to preserve the rich heritage and the expressive power of the spiritual, while making the music accessible to most amateur and professional choral groups." -Clayton White From the Forward. These are some of the finest and most practical arrangements of spirituals ever published. Superbly arranged with an authentic choral sound. Priced to be affordable for the entire choir, with quality printing to last for years to come.

Songlist: Been in the Storm So Long, Blin' Man Stood on the Road and Cried, Calvary, Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel, Done Made My Vow to the Lord, Fix me, Jesus, Go, Tell it on the Mountain, Good News, Guide My Feet, Lord, Heavy Burdens, Hold On!, Hush! Somebody's Callin' My Name, If Anybody Ask You, In Bright Mansions Above, King Jesus Is A-listenin', Lord, Don't Move the Mountain, Lord, I Ain't No Stranger Now, My Lord, What a Mournin', My Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord, O Lord, Done Done What You Tol' Me to Do, Oh, Freedom!, Over My Head, Ride On, King Jesus, Rise Up, Shepherd, Steal Away, There Is a Balm in Gilead, This Train, Tryin' to Get Ready, Who Is That Yonder?, Yonder Come Day

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Voicing: SATB | 7673b | Songbook | $11.95 | A Cappella


Daryl Runswick : A Gospel Christmas : SSA : Songbook : 9780571515974 : 12-0571515975

Daryl Runswick : A Gospel Christmas

This collection of five Christmas spirituals from North America and the Caribbean are idiomatically arranged by Daryl Runswick, with useful tips to help inexperienced choirs sing in a gospel style. Runswick's vivid gospel arrangements are a sparkling addition to the Christmas repertory for upper voice choirs, and will be loved by singers and audiences alike!

Songlist: The Virgin Mary Had A Baby, Children Go Where I Send Thee, Steal Away, Pretty Home, Go, Tell it on the Mountain

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Voicing: SSA | 7799b | Songbook | $7.95


Dominick Argento : Spirituals and Swedish Chorales : Mixed 5-8 Parts : Songbook : 073999493825 : 48002932

Dominick Argento : Spirituals and Swedish Chorales

Six beautiful and challenging original works by Dominick Argento. The works with Swedish text have English translations.

Songlist: So I'll Sing With My Voice, Vi Lofve Dig, O Store Gud, There's Singing Up In Heaven, EnDag Skall Uppga For Var Syn, What Can That Shadow Be, a Ar Fulkkomnadt, Jesu Kar

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Voicing: Mixed 5-8 Parts | 9131b | Songbook | $8.50 ON SALE $7.50 | A Cappella


Edited Bob Chilcott & Ken Burton : Christmas Spirituals For Choirs : Mixed 5-8 Parts : Songbook : Bob Chilcott : 9780193435414

Edited Bob Chilcott & Ken Burton : Christmas Spirituals For Choirs

Christmas Spirituals is a fresh and inspiring collection of new spiritual arrangements and orginal pieces in a gospel style for SATB groups of every size and ability. All the best-loved spirituals are here including "Mary Had A Baby", "Go Tell It To The Mountain" and "Rise Up, Shepherd and Follow", whilst the new songs are sure to become tomorrow's "classics". Together, the 12 pieces represent a wonderful diverse telling of the Christmas story to delight and inspire choirs and their audiences throughout this season of the year.

Songlist: And His Name Shall be Called, Away in a Manger, Behold that Star, Children, go where I Send Thee, Go, Tell It on the Mountain, Mary had a Baby, Mighty Wonder, Remember, O Thou Man, Rise Up Shepherd and Follow, Star of the Night, The Virgin Mary had a Baby Boy, Wasn't that a Mighty Day!

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Voicing: Mixed 5-8 Parts | 9035b | Songbook | $21.95 | A Cappella


Gwyn Arch : Go Down, Moses : SSA : Songbook : 9780571528516 : 12-0571528511

Gwyn Arch : Go Down, Moses

Go Down, Moses is a collection of three spirituals - the dramatic Go Down, Moses, a jauntry arrangement of Oh Mary, Don't You Weep, and the ever-popular He's Got the Whole World in His Hands. Liven up any concert programme with these classic songs, arranged by the talented Gwyn Arch.

Songlist: Go Down Moses, Oh Mary, Don't You Weep, He's Got the Whole World in His Hands

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Voicing: SSA | 40793b | Songbook | $7.50

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Gwyn Arch : Four Jazz Spirituals : SA(B) : Songbook : 9780571515233 : 12-0571515231

Gwyn Arch : Four Jazz Spirituals

These four spirituals have been arranged by Gwyn Arch especially for the younger or developing choir. They are fun arrangements of popular or well known spirituals that are interesting to sing and fairly straightforward to perform. The optional baritone line makes the collection suitable for choirs with a dearth of male voices but equally suitable for boys to sing as their voices change and develop.

Songlist: Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, This Little Light of Mine, When the Love Comes Trickalin' Down, Down by the Riverside

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Voicing: SA(B) | 40838b | Songbook | $5.80


Hall Johnson : Spirituals : SATB : Sheet Music Collection

Hall Johnson : Spirituals

Hall Johnson was a noted violinist, conductor and arranger of spirituals. The slave songs and spirituals that he heard his grandmother sing were a catalyst for him founding the Hall Johnson Choir in 1925. Here are 7 of his beautiful a cappella arrangements.

Songlist: Fix me, Jesus, Oh, Freedom!, I've Been Buked, I Couldn't Hear Nobody Pray, When I Was Sinkin' Down, Ain't Got Time To Die, Elijah Rock

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Voicing: SATB | 9277b | Sheet Music Collection | $13.95 | A Cappella


Jay Althouse : Christmas Spirituals for Men's Voices : TTBB : Sheet Music Collection

Jay Althouse : Christmas Spirituals for Men's Voices

A selection of superb well-crafted orginal a cappella Christmas sprituals. "Good News" opens with an energetic melody sung by the low voice with the upper three voices singing in counterpoint above. Rhythmic energy develops the piece and it ends with an electrifyimg eight measure coda that's the pinnacle of excitement. No solos, no tempo changes make for quick learning. In the classic spiritual tradition, yet fresh and contemporary." Whisper! Whisper!" has strong dynamic contrasts (from "Whisper, whisper, tiny baby in a manger lay" to "Shout it out from the hills and valleys; baby born today") make this a winner for your choir. A lush middle section contrasts with the rhythmic excitement of the opening theme. Brief, easy solos for male singer. Who's That Baby?" opens with the basses asking, in a hushed, rhythmic melody, "Who's that baby in a manger bed?" The text is classic spiritual style, but the music is anything but... it's fresh, new, and alive! "Have You Heard?" features contrasting dynamics (excellent for teaching phrasing), male solos, and a tender middle section which contrasts with the hushed excitement of the opening and closing melody. Includes a descant on the final chorus.

Songlist: Good News!, Who's That Baby?, Whisper! Whisper! ( Baby Born Today ), Have You Heard?, Look Up, Children

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Voicing: TTBB | 9167b | Sheet Music Collection | $10.50 | A Cappella


Jay Althouse : Christmas Spirituals for Mixed Choirs Vol. 1 : SATB : Sheet Music Collection

Jay Althouse : Christmas Spirituals for Mixed Choirs Vol. 1

This exciting original Christmas spiritual, "Goin' To Bethlehem," by Jay Althouse opens with the men stating the rhythmic theme, followed by the middle voices and finally the sopranos. The three verses include much repetition but plenty of surprises-including a women's section contrasted by the men, and an optional high descant on the driving finish. A fresh new work that's solidly rooted in the classic spiritual traditions. An Althouse winner and a must for your holiday concerts! An exiting new Christmas spiritual from Mary Kay Beall and Jay Althouse. "Two folks comin' to Bethlehem town. No room, no room!," Includes brief solos for one male and one female. Every Christmas concert needs a spiritual and this powerful a cappella number is IT! "Have You Heard The News? Is everything you have come to love and expect from a Jay Althouse Christmas spiritual, and a whole lot more. Lively and quick lyrics, solid rhythmic hooks, and refreshing parallel chords fill every phrase, followed by melodic riffs from the men's section. A contrasting middle section gently holds back before the A section returns including a well-written modulation and rousing descant over the final flourish. A great addition to your choral library. "Star Of Glory" is an exciting, original, a cappella Christmas spiritual from Jay Althouse in the tradition of his "No Room," "Have You Heard?," and "Whisper! Whisper!" Lots of effective dynamic contrasts make this a thrilling choral work for both singers and audience. Lush, slow middle section contrasts with up-tempo opening and closing sections. A quality choral work for your Christmas concerts. Another memorable Christmas spiritual from Jay Althouse. Strong dynamic contrasts (from "Whisper, whisper, tiny baby in a manger lay" to "Shout it out from the hills and valleys; baby born today") make this a winner for your choir. A lush middle section contrasts with the rhythmic excitement of the opening theme. Brief, easy solos for both a male and female singer. A cappella.

Songlist: Goin' To Bethlehem, Have You Heard?, Star of Glory, Whisper! Whisper!

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Voicing: SATB | 9232b | Sheet Music Collection | $8.50 | A Cappella


Jay Althouse : Christmas Spirituals for Mixed Choirs Vol. 2 : SATB : Sheet Music Collection

Jay Althouse : Christmas Spirituals for Mixed Choirs Vol. 2

A new, original Christmas spiritual by Jay Althouse in the tradition of his top-selling "Whisper!, Whisper!," "I saw a Star," and "Star of Glory." "Come, See The Baby" features much three-part singing over a solid, traditional bass part, as well as an echo section between the women and the men. Sudden dynamic changes are powerful and effective (and simple to sing). "Have You Heard The News" is everything you have come to love and expect from a Jay Althouse Christmas spiritual, and a whole lot more. Lively and quick lyrics, solid rhythmic hooks, and refreshing parallel chords fill every phrase, followed by melodic riffs from the men's section. A contrasting middle section gently holds back before the A section returns including a well-written modulation and rousing descant over the final flourish. A great addition to your choral library. If you're having trouble finding a good, singable spiritual, look no further! Patsy Simms' arrangement of the traditional "Good News" is your choice. Features a rollicking piano accompaniment, some handclapping and a swinging descant on the final chorus. "Festival Deck The Hall" is a fresh and contemporary a cappella approach to a traditional carol. Jay Althouse has added wonderful new rhythms and harmonies, and has added a completely unique "fa la la" section reminiscent of a Swingle Singers arrangement. The first part of each phrase is true to the original carol; it's the "fa la la's" which take off in a whirlwind of choral excitement. Original, exceptional...and your singers will love it! Also included in thiis package is "Look-A That Star," "Who's That Baby," and "The Twenty-Fifth Day Of December."

Songlist: Look-A That Star, Who's That Baby?, Have You Heard the News?, The Twenty-Fifth Day of December, Good News!, Festival Deck the Hall

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Voicing: SATB | 9233b | Sheet Music Collection | $9.95 | A Cappella


Jay Althouse : Christmas Spirituals for 3 Part Mixed Voices : 3 Parts : Sheet Music Collection

Jay Althouse : Christmas Spirituals for 3 Part Mixed Voices

"Have you heard the story of the baby boy, born in Bethlehem?" From that simple question Jay Althouse has crafted another superb, original Christmas spiritual. It features contrasting dynamics (excellent for teaching phrasing), male and female solos, and a tender middle section which contrasts with the hushed excitement of the opening and closing melody. Includes a descant on the final chorus. " Whisper! Whisper!" - Another memorable Christmas spiritual from Jay Althouse. Strong dynamic contrasts (from "Whisper, whisper, tiny baby in a manger lay" to "Shout it out from the hills and valleys; baby born today") make this a winner for your choir. A lush middle section contrasts with the rhythmic excitement of the opening theme. Brief, easy solos for both a male and female singer. "Star of Glory" is an exciting, original, a cappella Christmas spiritual from Jay Althouse in the tradition of his "No Room," "Have You Heard?," and "Whisper! Whisper!" Lots of effective dynamic contrasts make this a thrilling choral work for both singers and audience. Lush, slow middle section contrasts with up-tempo opening and closing sections. A quality choral work for your Christmas concerts. "Look-A That Star" - What a great new Christmas spiritual! It's the perfect a cappella number for your choir: the simple harmonies and rhythmic pulse propel this piece from beginning to end. Features dynamic contrasts, a lush middle section and two short solos. Your SATB and 3-part mixed choirs will sound their very best on Look-A That Star. " Alleluia Seven" - Much repetition and a catchy makes this 7/8 number deceptively easy to learn. Opens with eight measures in 7/8, then a smooth, homophonic andante section in 4/4, followed by a repeat of the opening 7/8 section. Great for competitions and festivals.

Songlist: Have You Heard?, Whisper! Whisper!, Star of Glory, Alleluia Seven

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Voicing: 3 Parts | 9289b | Sheet Music Collection | $5.95 | A Cappella


Jean Anne Shafferman : Partners in Spirituals : 2-Part : Songbook : Sally K. Albrecht : 038081199191  : 00-21014

Jean Anne Shafferman : Partners in Spirituals

Singers of all ages love to perform partner songs, and the Partners in Praise Series overflows with traditional melodies arranged in partner song fashion for children's, youth and adult choirs. Each songbook in the series provides a wonderful source of easily-prepared titles for worship and Christian school concerts, as well as reproducible song and narration sheets...no need to buy additional copies for the singers! Add the delightful short narratives before each song and create a medley of two or more songs for children's chapel, special Sunday school programs, vacation Bible school and adult fellowship events. Combine several groups of singers and perform all six songs with narration for a special 15-20 minute musical program. Partners in...Spirituals, the first installment in the series, includes six partner song arrangements of some of the best-loved spirituals of all time.

Songlist: Glory Bound (This Train & When the Saints Go Marchin' In), Peace Like a River, Kum Ba Yah, Good News! (Go, Tell It on the Mountain), Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, Rise and Shine!, Sing with the Spirit!, I'm Gonna Sing When the Spirit Says Sing & I'm Gonna Sing, Sing, Sing

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Voicing: 2-Part | 9685b | Songbook | $14.95

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Jester Hairston : A Celebration Of His Life In Music : Mixed 5-8 Parts : Songbook : Jester Hairston : 423057

Jester Hairston : A Celebration Of His Life In Music

SATB songbook including many of this talented composer's spirituals plus a biography, photos and a list of published works.

Songlist: Elijah Rock, Let The Church Roll On, Angels Rolled De Stone Away, Poor Man Lazrus, Don't Be Weary Traveller, Great God A'Mighty, Amen, (Glossy book includes photos and bio)

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Voicing: Mixed 5-8 Parts | 1201b | Songbook | $23.98 | A Cappella


Jester Hairston : Spirituals 1 : SATB : Sheet Music Collection : Jester Hairston

Jester Hairston : Spirituals 1

A fine collection of spirituals.

Songlist: Amen, Deep River, Dis Train, Don't Be Weary, Traveler, Give Me Jesus, I Want Jesus, It's All Over Me

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Voicing: SATB | 1225b | Sheet Music Collection | $19.95 | A Cappella


Jester Hairston : Spirituals 2 : SATB : Sheet Music Collection : Jester Hairston

Jester Hairston : Spirituals 2

Another fine collection from Jester Hairston

Songlist: Live-A-Humble, Oh, Rocka My Soul, Poor Man Lazrus, Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child, Steal Away, What Kind O'Shoes You Gonna Wear, Who'll Be A Witness For My Lord?, Joshua Fit De Battle Of Jericho

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Voicing: SATB | 1226b | Sheet Music Collection | $19.98 | A Cappella


Jester Hairston : Spirituals and Folk Songs : SATB : Songbook : Jester Hairston : 163176

Jester Hairston : Spirituals and Folk Songs

A great selection for male voices from this American treasure.

Songlist: Angels Rolled De Stone Away, Aurore Pradere, Brother Rabbit, Free At Last, Give Me Jesus, I Heard From Heaven Today, My Lord's A-Writin' All De Time, Nobody Knows De Trouble I See, Lord, Oh My Lovin' Brother, Po' Ol' Lazrus, Sandy Anna (TTBB), Sanguree, Somebody's Knocking At Your Door, Sweet Potatoes, Wasn't That A Mighty Day?, You Better Mind

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Voicing: SATB | 2839b | Songbook | $9.98


Jester Hairston : Christmas Spirituals : 2-Part : Songbook : Jester Hairston : 407548

Jester Hairston : Christmas Spirituals

A collection of Jester Hairston Christmas spirituals arranged by William Ryden, and scored for two-part women's choir.

Songlist: Go, Tell it on the Mountain, Mary's Little Boy Chile, Christmas In De Tropics, Rise Up Shepherd and Follow, Wasn't That A Might Day, Ring De Christmas Bells, Mary, Mary, Where Is Your Baby?, Christmas Gift

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Voicing: 2-Part | 6143b | Songbook | $10.98 | A Cappella


Jill Gallina : Partners in Spirit : 2-Part : Songbook & 1 CD : 747510186762 : 35016669

Jill Gallina : Partners in Spirit

Enrich your school or church music program with this wonderful collection of well-known spirituals and fresh gospel music. It contains eight creative, singable, easy-to-teach arrangements of traditional spirituals and gospel music paired with original music from partner song composer and arranger, Jill Gallina. Present these songs separately any time during the year, or together for a complete concert program for your school or church. The partner songs are wonderful teaching tools, helping your choir members to grow musically by teaching independent part-singing for verses one and two and then combining the parts in verse three for successful partner singing. The kit contains the reproducible singers' parts with piano accompaniment and a StudioTrax CD that includes accompaniment and performance tracks. Grades 2-6.

Songlist: He's Got the Whole World, Joshua Fit The Battle, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, Standin' in the Need Of Prayer, O, Them Golden Slippers, I Got Shoes, Who Did Swallow Jonah?, Ezekiel Saw De Wheel

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Voicing: 2-Part | 9677b | Songbook & 1 CD | $42.95 ON SALE $24.95


John M. Feierabend and Madeline Bridges : The Book of Church Songs and Spirituals : Book : G-7816

John M. Feierabend and Madeline Bridges : The Book of Church Songs and Spirituals

Years in the making, this comprehensive collection of church songs and spirituals is perfect for anyone looking for great songs for children's choir rehearsals, Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, church and vesper services, church camps, "singings," fellowship events, revival services, elementary music classrooms, and other church, music, and social gatherings. All of these songs express the Christian faith through a wide range of genres and styles. And all have survived primarily through the oral tradition, offering children and adults the opportunity to share a faith tradition together through music that spans centuries. These songs are organized into pedagogical sections.

Songlist: Songs and Chants with Movement, Fragment Songs, Story Songs, Lullabies, Canons, Spirituals, Early American Hymn Tunes, A Few More

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7916b | Book | $34.95


John Phillips : Eight Negro Spirituals : SSA : Songbook : 14037376

John Phillips : Eight Negro Spirituals

A collection of classic Negro spirituals arranged for unaccompanied SSA choir by John C. Phillips

Songlist: Mary Had A Baby, You Got A Right, Never Said A Mumbalin' Word, The Train Is Bound For Glory, Steal Away To Jesus, Little David, Play On Your Harp, Nobody Knows De Trouble I See, Lord, Dry Bones

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Voicing: SSA | 7269b | Songbook | $7.95 | A Cappella


John Rutter : Feel The Spirit : SATB : Songbook : John Rutter : HMB231

John Rutter : Feel The Spirit

This collection of familiar spirituals arranged by John Rutter is beautifully set for mezzo-soprano solo and mixed choir. Each selection can be performed alone, or the collection can be performed as a whole to showcase the rich heritage of the spiritual.

Songlist: Deep River, Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit, I Got a Robe, Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho, Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child, Steal Away, When the Saints Go Marching In

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Voicing: SATB | 9687b | Songbook | $10.95


John W. Work : American Negro Songs - 230 Folk Songs : SATB : Songbook : 9780486402710 : 06-402711

John W. Work : American Negro Songs - 230 Folk Songs

From joyous gospel to deeply felt blues, this wonderful collection contains vintage songs sung and played through the years by black Americans - at work, in church and for pure entertainment. included are spirituals, blues, work songs, and a variety of social and dance songs. This book was originally compiled by Dr. John Work, the noted musicologist affiliated with Fisk University and the celebrated Fisk Jubilee Singers and is a indispensable treasury of music for singers seeking a comprehensive sourcebook of black American folk music.

Songlist: Origins, Spirituals, The Blues, Work Songs, Social and Miscellaneous, The Songs

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Voicing: SATB | 9590b | Songbook | $12.95 | A Cappella


K. Scott Warren : Three Spirituals : SATB divisi : Sheet Music Collection

K. Scott Warren : Three Spirituals

This lively setting of 'Ain'-a That Good News' is perfect for all choirs looking to energize any church service or concert. A chromatic modulation jump starts each new verse, as the energy and excitement is ratcheted up a notch. The canon in the penultimate verse adds variety to the otherwise homophonic texture, and the music finishes brightly with volume and excitement. Warren rejuvenates 'Go Tell it on the Mountain' by skilfully varying the metre between 7/8 and 6/8 in the refrain and presenting each verse differently. This clever arrangement is perfectly suited for concerts and church services alike. In the haunting and plaintive setting of 'Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child,' Warren creatively evokes a stark tone of loneliness and despair with descending chromatic inner voices in the opening. What follows is a rich, reflective harmonic texture filled with chromatic surprises.

Songlist: Ain't That Good News, Go, Tell it on the Mountain, Sometimes I feel like a motherless child

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Voicing: SATB divisi | 9597b | Sheet Music Collection | $9.95 | A Cappella


Kari Ala-Pollanen : Negro Spirituals for SA Chorus : SA : Songbook : 073999361216 : 48000691

Kari Ala-Pollanen : Negro Spirituals for SA Chorus

Finnish choral conductor and composer Kari Ala-Pollanen is the director of the acclaimed Tapiola Choir in Finland and is highly regarded thruout Europe. Here is a collection of her arrangements of Negro spirituals for SA chorus.

Songlist: Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit, Standin' in the Need of Prayer, Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child, By an' By, Mary Had a Baby, Little David, Babylon's Fallin'.

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Voicing: SA | 9653b | Songbook | $12.95 | A Cappella


King's Singers : Spirituals : Mixed 5-8 Parts : Songbook : 073999218626 : 0634061909 : 08743912

King's Singers : Spirituals

Here for the first time in one collection are well-known traditional spirituals in the King's Singers own performing editions. This third volume in the Colour of Song series contains works from their past repertoire as well as two brand new arrangements. Also includes performance notes for each song.

Songlist: Deep River, Down to the River to Pray, Joshua, Keep in the Middle of the Road, Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow, Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child, Stand Still, Jordan, Standing in the Need of Prayer, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot

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Voicing: Mixed 5-8 Parts | Performed by King's Singers | 6142b | Songbook | $6.95 | A Cappella


Kirby Shaw : Women's Spirituals Vol 1 : SSAA : Sheet Music Collection

Kirby Shaw : Women's Spirituals Vol 1

The treatment of the classic spiritual 'Wade In The Water" by Kirby Shaw includes the elements that always seem to "work": a soulful solo, supportive choral parts that have their own interest, and new verses that are seamless in the story. Designed to showcase that special soloist in your choir, "Down By The Riverside" gets an upbeat a cappella treatment that allows for an optional audience sing-/snap-along. John Newton's famous and beloved hymn "Amazing Grace" is perhaps one of the most well-known song in the world. This traditional setting will surely have a profound effect on your singers and audiences. Hold on to your choir robes! The invigorating a cappella adaptation of "Sinner Man", one of the great traditional spirituals, will bring your audience to their feet!

Songlist: Amazing Grace, Wade In The Water, Sinner Man, Down By The Riverside, Plenty Good Room (On the Glory Train)

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Voicing: SSAA | 9013b | Sheet Music Collection | $9.95 | A Cappella


Luigi Zaninelli : Five American Gospel Songs : SATB : Sheet Music : 747510036852 : 35006791

Luigi Zaninelli : Five American Gospel Songs

Includes: His Eye Is on the Sparrow - The Sweet By and By - Old Time Religion - Amazing Grace - Shall We Gather at the River?

Songlist: His Eye Is on the Sparrow, The Sweet By and By, Old Time Religion, Amazing Grace, Shall We Gather at the River?

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Voicing: SATB | 4226b | Sheet Music | $3.95 | With Piano


Mark Hayes : Spirituals and Gospel Songs for SAB Voices : SAB : Songbook : 038081224640  : 00-22839

Mark Hayes : Spirituals and Gospel Songs for SAB Voices

Mark Hayes is an internationally acclaimed composer, arranger and performer. The recipient of the prestigious Dove Award (gospel music's equivalent of a Grammy), Mark has transformed these popular traditional spirituals and gospel songs into refreshing, contemporary classics. Appropriate for performance by school, community and church choirs, these five outstanding arrangements are choral standards, a distinctive addition to your choir library.

Songlist: Old Time Religion, Standin' in the Need of Prayer, Down By the Riverside, Do, Lord, Steal Away to Heaven, Marchin' On Up, Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow, Amazing Grace, I'm New Born Again, Steal Away, Motherless Child, Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen

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Voicing: SAB | 7271b | Songbook | $7.95


Mark Hayes : Four A Cappella Spirituals : SATB divisi : Songbook : 038081340340  : 00-31266

Mark Hayes : Four A Cappella Spirituals

For the first time, four of Mark's best a cappella spiritual settings are published as a collection. These spirited titles are filled with Hayes' signature jazz-tinged harmonies, call and answer writing, engaging syncopations and show-stopper endings. Program that separately or as a Mark Hayes "set" in your next concert. For high school, college, community and church choirs who like a challenge.

Songlist: Ain't-a That Good News!, Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit, Ezekiel Saw De Wheel, Hush! Somebody's Callin' My Name

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Voicing: SATB divisi | 8719b | Songbook | $7.95 | A Cappella


Mary Goetze : Spirituals for Children's Choruses : Treble : Sheet Music Collection

Mary Goetze : Spirituals for Children's Choruses

"I'm Goin' Home" - Arranged with a simple and accessible vocal accompaniment that enhances the intense hope expressed in the text and melody. Stepwise contrapuntal melodic phrases and repeated harmonic patterns provide a carpet of vocal sounds for the inspiring melody. Builds to an effective climax in the coda with an unexpected harmonic turn. "Great Getting' Up Morning" - Choirs of all ages will enjoy this joyful melody, which expresses great optimism and anticpiation. The range of the lower countermelody is narrow enough to accommodate the early phases of boys changing voices or those with a narrow range. This song will be appropiate for older choirs of treble voices. "Give Way Jordan" - An imitative part and a lively counter-melody accompany the simple refrain of this spiritual, contrasted by the verse in which singing in parallel thirds is practiced.

Songlist: Give Way, Jordan, Sing Alleluia, Allelu, Great Gettin' Up Mornin'!, I'm Goin' Home on a Cloud

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Voicing: Treble | 9083b | Sheet Music Collection | $8.95 | A Cappella


Michael Tippett : 5 Negro Spirituals : SSAATTBB : Songbook : 073999654066 : 49002426

Michael Tippett : 5 Negro Spirituals

These arrangements of the Five Spirituals grew from the arranger's desire to see a larger and more interesting repertoire for mixed choruses, and were created with the approval of Tippett's biographer and execture, Merion Bowen. Whilst the spirituals suit mixed choruses of various sizes and remain as 'basically simple' as the originals, there are several musical challenges in the arrangements.

Songlist: Steal Away, Nobody Knows, Go Down Moses, By And By, Deep River

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Voicing: SSAATTBB | 8770b | Songbook | $12.95 | A Cappella


Michael Tippett : Five Spirituals from 'A Child of Our Time' : TTBB : Songbook : 884088026899 : 49012962

Michael Tippett : Five Spirituals from 'A Child of Our Time'

These arrangements of the Five Spirituals grew from the arranger's desire to see a larger and more interesting repertoire for male choruses, and were created with the approval of Tippett's biographer and execture, Merion Bowen. Whilst the spirituals suit male choruses of various sizes and remain as 'basically simple' as the originals, there are several musical challenges in the arrangements.

Songlist: Steal Away, Nobody Knows, Go Down Moses, By And By, Deep River

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Voicing: TTBB | 9137b | Songbook | $11.95 | A Cappella


Moses Hogan : Feel The Spirit : Mixed 5-8 Parts : Songbook : Moses Hogan : 073999437034 : 0634058444 : 08743703

Moses Hogan : Feel The Spirit

With a foreward by Andre Thomas, this collection of Moses Hogan spiritual arrangements is a welcome addition to any director's library and is a fitting tribute to to this great American composer and conductor. Includes: Ain't That Good News, Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel?, Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit, Ezekiel Saw the Wheel, I Couldn't Hear Nobody Pray, Joshua (Fit the Battle of Jericho), My Soul's Been Anchored in De Lord, Ride the Chariot, This Little Light of Mine, We Shall Walk Through the Valley in Peace and 26 more.

Songlist: Abide With Me, Ain't That Good News, The Battle of Jericho, Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel, Do Lord, Remember Me, Down By the Riverside, Elijah Rock, Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit, Ezekiel Saw De Wheel, God's Gonna Set This World on Fire, Good News, the Chariot's Comin', Great Day, Hear My Prayer, I Can Tell the World, I Couldn't Hear Nobody Pray, I Got a Robe, I Know the Lord's Laid His Hands on Me, I Stood on the River of Jordan, I Want Jesus to Walk With Me, I Want to Be Ready, I Want to Thank You, Lord, I'm Gonna Sing 'til the Spirit Moves in My Heart, Jesus Lay Your Head in the Window, Little David, Play On Your Harp, Lord, I Want To Be A Christian, My Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord, Oh Mary, Don't You Weep Don't You Mourn, Ride the Chariot, Standing in the Need of Prayer, Steal Away, and more

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Voicing: Mixed 5-8 Parts | 2833b | Songbook | $22.95 | A Cappella


Moses Hogan : Feel The Spirit Vol 2 : SATB : Songbook : Moses Hogan : 073999658613 : 0634098314 : 08744710

Moses Hogan : Feel The Spirit Vol 2

With a foreward by Mormon Tabernacle Choir Director, Craig Jessop, this new collection of Moses Hogan originals and arrangements is a welcome addition to the first volume. Essential for every director's library it includes Certainly, Lord - Climbin' up the Mountain - Give Me That Old Time Religion - I'll Make the Difference (A Song of Hope for Singers Around the World) - Like a Mighty Stream - Music down in My Soul - Ride On, King Jesus and 28 more.

Songlist: Cert'nly Lawd, Clibin' Up the Mountain, De Blin' Man Stood On De Road An' Cried, Deep River, Give Me Jesus, Glory, Glory, Glory to the Newborn King, Hold On!, I Am His Child, I Got A Home in-a Dat Rock, I'll Make the Difference, Let the Heaven Light Shine on Me, Lift Every Voice for Freedom, Like a Mighty Stream, Mister Banjo, Music Down In My Soul, My God Is So High, No Hidin' Place, O Magnify the Lord, Old Time Religion, Reide On, King Jesus, Spiritual Reflection, A, Stand By Me, Surely he Died On Calvary, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, There's a Man Goin' Round, We Shall Walk Through the Valley in Peace, Who Built the Ark?, You Better Min' How You Talk

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Voicing: SATB | 2847b | Songbook | $18.95


Moses Hogan : Traditional Spirituals : SATB : Sheet Music Collection : Moses Hogan

Moses Hogan : Traditional Spirituals

Moses Hogan's contemporary settings of spirituals, original compositions, and other works have been enthusiastically accepted by audiences around the globe and have become staples in the repertoires of high school, college, church, community and professional choirs everywhere. Here is a taste of some of his best work.

Songlist: The Battle of Jericho, Elijah Rock, Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit, God's Gonna Set This World on Fire, I Want To Thank You, Lord, I'm Gonna Sing 'Til The Spirit Moves In My Heart, Old Time Religion

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Voicing: SATB | 3333b | Sheet Music Collection | $14.95 | A Cappella


Moses Hogan : Traditional Spirituals 2 : SATB divisi : Sheet Music Collection : Moses Hogan

Moses Hogan : Traditional Spirituals 2

Moses Hogan's contemporary settings of spirituals, original compositions, and other works have been enthusiastically accepted by audiences around the globe and have become staples in the repertoires of high school, college, church, community and professional choirs everywhere. Here is a taste of some of his best work.

Songlist: Abide With Me, Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel, Down By The Riverside, Give Me Jesus, I Can Tell The World, I Couldn't Hear Nobody Pray, I Got A Home In-a Dat Rock

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Voicing: SATB divisi | 3343b | Sheet Music Collection | $13.95 | A Cappella


Moses Hogan : Traditional Spirituals 3 : SATB divisi : Sheet Music Collection : Moses Hogan

Moses Hogan : Traditional Spirituals 3

More of Moses Hogan's most exciting arrangements.

Songlist: I Know The Lord's Laid His Hands On Me, Ride On, King Jesus, Standing In Need Of A Prayer, There Is A Balm In Gilead, Jesus Lay Your Head In The Window

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Voicing: SATB divisi | 3344b | Sheet Music Collection | $9.95 | A Cappella


Moses Hogan : Selections from Deep River : SATB : Sheet Music Collection : Moses Hogan

Moses Hogan : Selections from Deep River

Features 7spirituals as interpreted by acclaimed conductor and arranger Moses Hogan. "Moses Hogan provides a new voice for spirituals in America. His arrangements are exciting treatments that do not obscure the traditional essence of this music. His artistry as conductor, arranger and pianist is world-class!" - Craig Jessop, Director, Mormon Tabernacle Choir

Songlist: Hear My Prayer, Ride the Chariot, I Want To Be Ready, You Better Min' How You Talk, A Spiritual Reflection, Good News, The Chariot's Comin', We Shall Walk Through The Valley In Peace

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Voicing: SATB | 3345b | Sheet Music Collection | $13.95 | A Cappella


Moses Hogan : Spirituals for Female Voices : SSAA : Sheet Music Collection

Moses Hogan : Spirituals for Female Voices

"This Little Light of Mine" - Originally composed for Anton Armstrong and the St. Olaf College Choir, this setting was adapted for women's voices by Kathleen Rodde for the Iowa State University Women's Choir and their ACDA performance. A vibrant and accessible work! The multi-layered texture of this powerful original spiritual "I'm Gonna Sing .." is both challenging and invigorating. The Moses Hogan arrangement of "The Battle of Jericho" is an absolute showstopper, and has electrified audiences since its debut in 1996. "Lily of the Valley" - From the expressive opening this builds to a great rhythmic chorus that will captivate your singers and audience. Filled with beautiful harmonic moments, this will surely become a concert favorite.

Songlist: This Little Light of Mine, I'm Gonna Sing 'Til the Spirit Moves in My Heart, The Battle of Jericho, Ride On, King Jesus, Music Down in My Soul, Lily of the Valley

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Voicing: SSAA | 4227b | Sheet Music Collection | $13.40 | A Cappella


Moses Hogan : Steal Away : SATB : Songbook : 073999444742 : 08744474

Moses Hogan : Steal Away

The inimitable Moses Hogan created stunning arrangements of many spirituals during his all too brief lifetime. In this new collection, seasoned church music arranger John Purifoy has edited five of Hogan's arrangements from their original multi-layered voicings to SATB with piano accompaniment, making them completely accessible to all sizes of choirs. Titles include Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel?, Down by the Riverside, Steal Away, Wade in the Water and We Shall Walk Through the Valley in Peace.Available separately: SATB, Preview CD and Preview Pak (one book and one Preview CD).

Songlist: Steal Away (Steal Away To Jesus), Wade In The Water, We Shall Walk Through The Valley In Peace, Down By The Riverside, Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel

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Voicing: SATB | 4245b | Songbook | $6.95


Moses Hogan : The Oxford Book of Spirituals : Mixed 5-8 Parts : Songbook : Moses Hogan : 0193863049

Moses Hogan : The Oxford Book of Spirituals

African-American spirituals comprise one of the world's greatest and best-loved bodies of music, appealing to both performers and audiences across all boundries. This book is the first anthology to present a comprehensive survey of the genre's reperoire - its principal composers, themes and forums - in a way this is at once stylistally authentic, historically meaningful and intended for practical use both in worship and in concert. Included is a rich array of songs, both familiar and less familiar, arranged by twenty eight of the most significant composers and presented in chronological order from the beginning of the twentieth century to the present. The selections illustrate the history of the spiritual as an art form - from the first serious attempts at notation in ways that approximated actual performance styles, through an arrangement by one of today's most exciting composer-arrangers Moses Hogan.

Songlist: Listen To The Lambs, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, My Lord, What a Mornin', Jesus Is A Rock In a Weary Lan', Ezekiel Saw De Wheel, Here's One, Let Us Break Bread Together, If I Got My Ticket, Can I Ride?, Little Innocent Lamb, Great Day, Any How, Daniel, Daniel, Servant Of The Lord, Fix me, Jesus, Amen, A City Called Heaven, Were You There?, I Want God's Heaven To Be Mine, The Lilly of The Valley, Keep Your Lamps!, Witness, My Good Lord's Done Been Here, Go, Tell It On The Mountain, Don't You Let Nobody Turn You 'round, Glory To The New Born King, By an' By, Look What dey Doin' to Jesus, The Battle Of Jericho, Lord, How Come Me Here?

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Voicing: Mixed 5-8 Parts | 6703b | Songbook | $22.95


Moses Hogan : Ain't That Good News : SATB : Songbook : Moses Hogan : 073999420753 : 08742075

Moses Hogan : Ain't That Good News

The five spirituals contained within this collection have been edited directly from Moses Hogan's original a cappella settings to include accompanied arrangements for easy/medium SATB voicings. Great care has been taken to preserve the dynamic nuances, and the accompaniments reflect all of the harmonic and rhythmic stylings of the original a cappella settings.

Songlist: Ain't That Good News, Abide With Me, Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit, Lord, I Want To Be A Christian, God's Gonna Set This World On Fire

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Voicing: SATB | 7073b | Songbook | $6.95 | Accompanied


Natalie Curtis Burlin : Negro Folk-Songs : Songbook : 9780486418803 : 06-418804

Natalie Curtis Burlin : Negro Folk-Songs

This collection of Negro folk songs represents a faithful effort to place on paper a precise record of old traditional plantation songs, exactly as they were sung by black students at Virginia's Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute. Dedicated to the education of former slaves, this nineteenth-century establishment was home to some 900 students from all parts of the United States. The songs were compiled by musicologist Natalie Curtis-Burlin, whose brilliant and careful notation presents a vivid transcription of actual performance. Included here are precise scores of nineteen spirituals, work-songs, and play-songs in four sections, each notated for male quartet, with a piano reduction of the vocal parts. From such spirituals as "Go down, Moses," "Couldn't hear nobody pray," "O ev-ry time I feel de spirit," and "Good news, chariot's comin'!" to more secular melodies such as "Cott'n-pickin' Song," "Hammerin' Song," "Liza-Jane," and "Lullaby," each piece is preceded by a detailed analysis of the music. In addition, all four sections feature thorough, engaging introductions that discuss the social context of the times, the people, and their music. Students, musicians, and musicologists interested in the priceless contributions of African Americans to the folk music of the United States will treasure this unique volume.

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Nina Gilbert : Three Shaker Spirituals : SSAA : Sheet Music Collection : TC-162

Nina Gilbert : Three Shaker Spirituals

Explore the American heritage of Shaker hymnody with these three settings of lesser-known, very appealing Shaker spirituals. Each brief setting grows from its underlying melody to make an exceptionally unified arrangement. With a different technique as the focus for each arrangement, these minute-long pieces make fine vocalises for your choir. "Oh the beautiful treasure," with its square rhythms, horn calls, and harmonic texture opening out and closing, is excellent for teaching chord tuning. "We will walk with Mother and mourn," with its smooth, stepwise, rising and falling melody, is a fine exercise for legato singing. "Hop up and jump up," with its crisp rhythms and phrase fragments tossed from part to part, calls for rhythmic clarity and clean entrances and cutoffs.

Songlist: Oh, The Beautiful Treasure, We Will Walk with Mother and Mourn, Hop Up and Jump Up

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Voicing: SSAA | 8035b | Sheet Music Collection | $3.95 | A Cappella


Parker / Shaw : Favorite American Spirituals : SATB : Songbook : 073999365986 : 50501600

Parker / Shaw : Favorite American Spirituals

Songlist: Deep River, Don't Be Wary, Traveler (Merel Young), Goin' To Set Down An' Rest Awhile (Merel Young), Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, Walk Together Children

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Voicing: SATB | 9178b | Songbook | $5.95


Paul Sjolund : The Lights of the World - Hymns and Spirituals : TTBB : Songbook : 073999380163 : 08738016

Paul Sjolund : The Lights of the World - Hymns and Spirituals

Paul Sjolund is a leading composer of American church and choral music. The range of his style includes a wide spectrum of majestic anthems, fanfares and festival hymns, poignant children's music, and exhilarating range of spirituals and folksongs. Contained in this book are arrangements of several hymns, gospel hymns, one contemporary Christian ballad, two African-American spirituals and an orginal Scrptural anthem.

Songlist: Come, You Thankful People, Come, Crown Him With Many Crowns, Day By Day, Eternal Father, Strong To Survive, God Of Our Fathers, Great Is Thy Faithfulness, Hold Out Your Light, Holy, Holy, Holy!, I Heard The Voice Of Jesus Say, Let The Whole Creation Cry, Light Of The World, Like A Lamb Who Needs The Shepard, Savior, Like a Shepard Lead Us, Standin' In The Need Of Prayer, Teach Me Thy Way, O Lord

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Voicing: TTBB | 9158b | Songbook | $10.50


Richard Allain : Spirituals - A Collection : SATB : Songbook : 884088440398 : 1846097258 : 14001665

Richard Allain : Spirituals - A Collection

Eleven superb arrangements of classic and lesser-known spirituals covering a wide range of styles and moods, from simple four-part settings to extended eight-part compositions. These stunning settings can be performed as a set or individually, and are ideal choices for concerts, festivals, or even as surprising encores! A cappella with rehearsal keyboard.

Songlist: Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel, Go Down in De Lonesome Valley, Walk Together, Children, Go Down Moses, Were You There?, Gonna Set Downan' Rest, Don't You Weep When I am Gone, Scandalize' My Name, Steal Away, 'Tis Me, O Lord, Give Me Jesus

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Voicing: SATB | 5035b | Songbook | $16.95 | A Cappella


Robert DeCormier : Hallelujah  : SATB : Songbook : 00-27416

Robert DeCormier : Hallelujah

Rediscover the fine arrangements of Robert DeCormier in this elegant new collection of five of his best-loved spirituals.

Songlist: Hallelujah, Walk Together, Children, Stars Shinin' By n' By, Ride On, King Jesus, Let Me Fly

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Voicing: SATB | 8632b | Songbook | $7.95 | A Cappella


Robert Decormier : Shout For Joy - A Suite of Christmas Spirituals : SATB : Songbook : Robert DeCormier : 783556012177  : 00-LG52095

Robert Decormier : Shout For Joy - A Suite of Christmas Spirituals

This exciting suite tells the story of the birth of Christ by weaving spirituals together. The shepherds start the journey with "Rise Up Shepherd". Two other spirituals follow -- "What Month Was My Jesus Born in?" and "The Virgin Mary Had-A One Son" -- leading into "Mary Had a Baby, "Shout For Joy"!" The suite ends with a rousing gospel arrangement of "Go Tell It On The Mountain". This idiomatic suite would be at home in school and church programs alike. Chamber Orchestra Parts are also available on rental for the work.

Songlist: Rise Up Shepherd, What Month Was My Jesus Born in?, The Virgin Mary Had-A One Son, Shout For Joy, Go, Tell it on the Mountain

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Voicing: SATB | 9107b | Songbook | $6.50

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Fix Me, Jesus : SATB : Stacey V. Gibbs : Songbook : 01351717 : 196288191667

Stacey V. Gibbs : Fix Me, Jesusnew

This concert-styled arrangement of the traditional spiritual carries a plea to be ready for a promising future: Fix me for my long white robe. Fix me for my starry crown. The a cappella setting perfectly balances four-part and divisi voices, making this accessible to many groups.

Arranger: Stacey V. Gibbs

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.65 | A Cappella |
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| 01351717


Follow the Drinking Gourd : 3-Part Mixed : Greg Gilpin : Traditional : Sheet Music : 00-49761 : 038081568485

Greg Gilpin : Follow the Drinking Gourdnew

A percolating, rhythmic setting of the traditional spiritual that invites exciting minor key singing. Independent lines and stacked ostinatos captivate.The PerformancePlus+ series is an innovative addition to the ever-expanding MakeMusic Cloud interactive library. These engaging selections are presented with educational resources designed to enrich the rehearsal process and create outstanding performances.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Traditional

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Voicing: 3-Part Mixed | Sheet Music | $2.30 |
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| 00-49761
Other Voicings: SATB, 2-Part


The Battle of Jericho : SAT(B) : Roger Emerson : Sheet Music : 01220753 : 196288142485

Roger Emerson : The Battle of Jerichonew

Now available in an expanded vocal setting, this classic Emerson-style contemporary spiritual is a great confidence-booster for rebuilding and developing choirs. With powerful and dramatic vocal effects, it makes a great concert and festival finale!

Arranger: Roger Emerson

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Voicing: SAT(B) | Sheet Music | $2.50 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 01220753


A Celebration Of Spirituals : SATB : Joseph Martin : Sheet Music : 35030708 : 888680101435 : 1495053504

Joseph Martin : A Celebration Of Spirituals

Three great spirituals, Great Day, Somebody's Knocking and What a Morning fill this medley with celebratory energy. The accompaniment is crafted with pulse and weaves throughout the full, dynamic vocals. There is also opportunity for solo performances. A wonderful choice to begin your program or as a final number.

Arranger: Joseph Martin

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35030708


A City Called Heaven : SATB : Dwight Bigler : Dwight Bigler : Sheet Music : WW1516 : 884088995003

Dwight Bigler : A City Called Heaven

A powerful spiritual set to a new tune by the composer. Feelings of great longing and desperation in the text are expressed through the tonality and tempo. The polyphonic writing at the close of the work is expertly crafted and reflects how a spiritual might have naturally been sung in its day - each line coming out of what was heard before. Length: 4:20

Composer: Dwight Bigler

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| WW1516


A Home Over Jordan : SATB : John Purifoy : Sheet Music : 08743953 : 073999439533

John Purifoy : A Home Over Jordan

A message of strength and hope is woven throughout this arrangement of three beautiful spirituals. Purifoy masterfully combines Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child, Steal Away and Deep River along with a sensitive accompaniment to create a special moment for any service. Performance Time: Approx. 4:45

Arranger: John Purifoy

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.60 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08743953


A Joyful Night : 3-Part Mixed : Ruth Morris Gray : Ruth Morris Gray : Sheet Music : 00-39817 : 038081444789

Ruth Morris Gray : A Joyful Night

Let the gospel sounds of this original Christmas spiritual lift you up! Syncopated rhythms and developed harmonies come naturally and fit the style. Snippets from familiar carols appear throughout, adding to the joy.

Composer: Ruth Morris Gray

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Voicing: 3-Part Mixed | Sheet Music | $1.85 |
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| 00-39817
Other Voicings: SSA, SSATB


A Long Way From Home : 3-Part Mixed : Ruth Elaine Schram : Sheet Music : BL638

Ruth Elaine Schram : A Long Way From Home

An effortless combination of two spirituals: "Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child" and "Going Home," from Ruth Elaine Schram, with a lovely flowing accompaniment. 3:37

Arranger: Ruth Elaine Schram

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Voicing: 3-Part Mixed | Sheet Music | $1.80 |
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| BL638


Abide With Me : SATB divisi : Moses Hogan : Henry Francis Lyte : Sheet Music : 08703227 : 073999032277

Moses Hogan : Abide With Me

Moses Hogan's contemporary settings of spirituals, original compositions, and other works have been enthusiastically accepted by audiences around the globe and have become staples in the repertoires of high school, college, church, community and professional choirs everywhere.

Arranger: Moses Hogan | Composer: Henry Francis Lyte

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Voicing: SATB divisi | Sheet Music | $2.15 | A Cappella |
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| 08703227
Other Voicings: TTBB


African Christmas Spiritual (Come, Behold the King) : SATB : Words by Herb Frombach, music by David Lantz III : David Lantz III : Sheet Music : 00-26460 : 038081298702

Words by Herb Frombach, music by David Lantz III : African Christmas Spiritual (Come, Behold the King)

What an exciting Christmas spiritual, flavored with African and Latin percussion, and incorporating the familiar Kum Ba Yah! Donit miss this exciting new S.A.T.B. a cappella spiritual (with soprano or tenor soloist) for worship or concert, church or school, this Christmas season. A splendid percussion accompaniment track is also available.

Arranger: Words by Herb Frombach, music by David Lantz III | Composer: David Lantz III

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.75 | A Cappella |
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| 00-26460


Ain't Got Time to Die : TTBB : Stacey V. Gibbs : Sheet Music : 00144240 : 888680060923

Stacey V. Gibbs : Ain't Got Time to Die

How is it possible to keep a spiritual favorite rooted in the past but sound so new? In this arena, Stacey Gibbs is the master. This energetic arrangement was premiered at the ACDA National Convention in 2015 under the direction of Jefferson Johnson. A great concert closer, this one will bring the house down. For high school and college male choirs. Medium difficulty.

Arranger: Stacey V. Gibbs

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Voicing: TTBB | Sheet Music | $2.45 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00144240


Ain't Got Time To Die : SATB : Hall Johnson : Sheet Music : 50305670 : 073999056709 : 0793554705

Hall Johnson : Ain't Got Time To Die

Arranger: Hall Johnson

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 50305670


Ain't Got Time to Die : SATB : John Purifoy : Hall Johnson : Sheet Music : 50484629 : 073999846294 : 0634045733

John Purifoy : Ain't Got Time to Die

Here is the famous and popular spiritual by Hall Johnson in a new accompanied edition by John Purifoy. Easily-learned and very effective in performance or worship!

Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: Hall Johnson

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 50484629
Other Voicings: SAB, TTB


Ain't Judgin' No Man : SATB : Greg Gilpin : John Parker : Sheet Music : 00-39876 : 038081445373

Greg Gilpin : Ain't Judgin' No Man

Cut from the same cloth as the great traditional spirituals, this riveting original boasts unwavering rhythmic intensity, gripping minor key sonorities, and a tenacious, meaningful text. Presented in a musical form that builds and builds to the big finish! This title is available in Music Prodigy. This title is available in SmartMusic.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: John Parker

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.05 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-39876


Ain't That A-rockin' All Night : SAB : Lon Beery : Sheet Music : 35029309 : 884088952280

Lon Beery : Ain't That A-rockin' All Night

This spiritual arrangement is definitely rockin'! Solo opportunities sit above a rhythmic choral background leading into an harmonic chorus and key change. The optional baritone in the 3-Part Mixed allows the piece to be flexible as your singers' voices change and adjust. A rousing holiday selection!

Arranger: Lon Beery

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35029309
Other Voicings: SATB


Ain't That Good News : 2-Part : Moses Hogan : Sheet Music : 08749731 : 884088325077

Moses Hogan : Ain't That Good News

Introduce your young singers to the spiritual writing of Moses Hogan with this accessible adaptation that maintains the essential expressive quality of the arrangement. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part. Duration: 1:50.

Arranger: Moses Hogan

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.50 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08749731
Other Voicings: SATB, 3-Part


Ain't That News : SATB : Stephen Hatfield : Sheet Music : 48004947 : 073999049473

Stephen Hatfield : Ain't That News

The title of Ain't That News is a tribute to the superb Staple Singers, who dang a piece by that name, not otherwise quoted in this chart. The opening seven measures are an adaptation of an old Paul Robeson 78. The rest of the piece is original material intended to pay homage to both the black church and black popo music, just one of the many genres that owes its soul to the spiritual. The composer states, "My goal is to allow even the most demure chorister to have at least a little taste of what it would be like to be Aretha Franklin."

Arranger: Stephen Hatfield

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.65 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 48004947


Ain't-a That Good News : SATB : John Leavitt : Sheet Music : 35032397 : 888680791025 : 1540034992

John Leavitt : Ain't-a That Good News

This arrangement of the well-known spiritual combines voices with a charming piano accompaniment and optional parts for percussion and string bass. Available separately: SATB, Unison/opt. 2-Part Treble, LiteTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:52

Arranger: John Leavitt

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.10 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35032397 | Digital Version Available
Other Voicings: Unison


Ain't-a That Good, Good News! : 2-Part : Sally K. Albrecht : Sheet Music : 00-45381 : 038081511214

Sally K. Albrecht : Ain't-a That Good, Good News!

Three favorite spirituals are cleverly combined in this mini-medley. Call-and-response arranging makes for memorable interplay between voices, eventually leading to an innovative mash-up. Staging suggestions found on Step One! and at alfred.com/video. Fresh and fun!

Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $1.90 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-45381
Other Voicings: 3-Part Mixed


All God's Children Got Shoes : 2-Part : Ken Berg : Sheet Music : 08744981 : 073999313796

Ken Berg : All God's Children Got Shoes

A spirited setting of the traditional spiritual. Ideal for beginning choirs, this offers many opportunities for young voices to shine. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50

Arranger: Ken Berg

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $1.70 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08744981


All My Trials : SATB : Albert McNeil : Sheet Music : 08738613

Albert McNeil : All My Trials

Arranger: Albert McNeil

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All My Trials : SSAA : Kirby Shaw : Sheet Music : 00217996 : 888680667955

Kirby Shaw : All My Trials

You'll raise the roof with this soul-stirring and heartfelt arrangement of the traditional Bahamian spiritual. Energized rhythms and surprise harmonies will help you create a compelling concert experience.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

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Voicing: SSAA | Sheet Music | $2.10 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00217996
Other Voicings: SATB, SSAA, SATB


All My Trials : SATB : John Leavitt : Traditional Spiritual : Sheet Music : 00248977 : 888680710194

John Leavitt : All My Trials

Full of colorful and expressive harmonies, your choir will find deep beauty in this setting of a treasured spiritual. This moving testament of hope is supported beautifully by the piano accompaniment, or use the optional Percussion and String Quintet for a truly special presentation. Highly recommended! Score and Parts (perc 1-2, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Traditional Spiritual

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.10 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00248977 | Digital Version Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA, SSA, SAB


All Night, All Day : SAB : Greg Gilpin : Sheet Music : 35030027 : 888680035488 : 149500564X

Greg Gilpin : All Night, All Day

Charged with gospel-style excitement, this traditional spiritual comes alive with energy and style. A powerful chorus, hand claps, stacked vocal section and a key change builds to a big ending that is sure to please your singers and audience.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35030027 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part


All Night, All Day : SATB : Greg Gilpin : Sheet Music : 35031166 : 888680639655 : 1495072754

Greg Gilpin : All Night, All Day

Charged with gospel-style excitement, this traditional spiritual, in new SATB and SSA voicings, comes alive in energy and style. A powerful chorus, hand claps, stacked vocal section and key change builds to a big ending that is sure to please your singers and audience.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35031166 | Digital Version Available
Other Voicings: SSA, SSA


All Night, All Day! : 2-Part : Ken Berg : Sheet Music : 00254659 : 888680721909

Ken Berg : All Night, All Day!

Here is an African-American Spiritual with a positive message and a vocal range perfect for young singers. Repetition makes this easy to learn and the swing style makes singers and listeners alike smile.

Arranger: Ken Berg

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00254659 | Digital Version Available


Alleluia Seven : SAB : Jay Althouse : Sheet Music : 00-18588 : 038081142272

Jay Althouse : Alleluia Seven

Much repetition and a catchy makes this 7/8 number deceptively easy to learn. Opens with eight measures in 7/8, then a smooth, homophonic andante section in 4/4, followed by a repeat of the opening 7/8 section. Great for competitions and festivals.

Arranger: Jay Althouse

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-18588


Amazing Grace : SSAA : Joan Szymko : John Newton : Sheet Music : SBMP437

Joan Szymko : Amazing Grace

Rich textures, close harmonies, a fresh setting for the four-part women's choir.

Arranger: Joan Szymko | Composer: John Newton

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Voicing: SSAA | Sheet Music | $1.75 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| SBMP437


Amazing Grace : SSAA : Kirby Shaw : John Newton : Sheet Music : 08743190 : 073999431902

Kirby Shaw : Amazing Grace

John Newton's famous and beloved hymn is perhaps the most well-known song in the world. This traditional setting for SSAA a cappella will surely have a profound effect on your singers and audiences.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: John Newton

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Voicing: SSAA | Sheet Music | $2.10 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08743190


Amazing Grace : TTBB : Tom Gentry : John Newton : Sheet Music : 00141985 : 812817020078

Tom Gentry : Amazing Grace

One of the greatest spirituals ever written arranged by one the barbershop's greatest arrangers. Simply wonderful.

Arranger: Tom Gentry | Composer: John Newton

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Voicing: TTBB | Sheet Music | $3.20 | A Cappella |
00141985 | Digital Version Available
Other Voicings: SATB divisi, SATB, SSAA, SATB, SSAA, SATB divisi


Angels Carry Me Home : SSA : John Purifoy : Sheet Music : 08748435 : 884088222383

John Purifoy : Angels Carry Me Home

This expressive setting of three favorite spirituals begins reflectively and gradually builds into full sonorities, then moves to a hushed conclusion. Great for developing a sense of phrasing and line! Includes: All My Trials, Jacob's Ladder, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 3:00

Arranger: John Purifoy

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Voicing: SSA | Sheet Music | $1.95 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08748435 | Digital Version Available
Other Voicings: SATB, SAB, SAB, SATB


Be Glad in the Lord : SATB : Rosephanye Powell : Rosephanye Powell : Sheet Music : 08751663 : 884088494162

Rosephanye Powell : Be Glad in the Lord

Commissioned in celebration of Philip Brunelle's 40th year as organist/choirmaster of Plymouth Congregational Church, Rosephanye Powell once again displays her exhilarating craftsmanship. The joyful rhythms and motivically building lines bring a familiar spiritual quality to this original work. College choirs, advanced high school and church choirs will all enjoy this invigorating and exciting piece.

Composer: Rosephanye Powell

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08751663


Be Still and Know : SATB : Stacey V. Gibbs : Stacey V. Gibbs : Sheet Music : 00158100 : 888680610913

Stacey V. Gibbs : Be Still and Know

Stacey Gibbs is known for his outstanding spiritual arrangements, and this piece makes a delightful departure as an original composition. Much of the creativity that is evident in his arrangements remains, but the melody is entirely Gibbs'. Writing primarily for advanced high school and college choirs, Gibbs rewards us with his unique originality - this usually quiet text ends with strength and assurance. For college, community choirs and church choirs. Medium.

Composer: Stacey V. Gibbs

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.35 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00158100


Been in de Storm/Wayfaring Stranger : SATB divisi : Craig Hella Johnson : Sheet Music : 50490468 : 884088561307 : 1617808423

Craig Hella Johnson : Been in de Storm/Wayfaring Stranger

With a depth and emotional range comparable to art songs, spirituals have become a powerful and significant body of work in Western art music. This pairing of two songs displays a quality of emotional directness and a fascination with the broad palette of feelings, colors and ideas inherent in the music. Duration: ca. 6:30.

Arranger: Craig Hella Johnson

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Voicing: SATB divisi | Sheet Music | $2.25 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 50490468


Behold That Light : 3-Part Mixed : Ruth Elaine Schram : Anonymous : Sheet Music : CM8995

Ruth Elaine Schram : Behold That Light

A wonderful medley of Christmas spirituals that includes elements of Behold That Star, Rise Up Shepherd and Follow and Go Tell It on the Mountain are bound together in a wonderfully fresh and joyful seasonal selection. Very singable voice parts and a lively piano accompaniment will make this piece a pleasure to teach and perform in all three of these voicings.

Arranger: Ruth Elaine Schram | Composer: Anonymous

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Voicing: 3-Part Mixed | Sheet Music | $1.60 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| CM8995
Other Voicings: SATB, Unison


Behold That Star : SATB : Philip Kern : Sheet Music : 35001888 : 747510068327

Philip Kern : Behold That Star

This traditional spiritual has been set by Phil Kern as a follow-up to his wonderful arrangement of Rise Up, Shepherd. A strong piano accompaniment is paired with full vocals that range from forte harmonies and legato unisons to quiet a cappella sections. Even hand claps are incorporated and the entire piece builds to a rousing final chord that your audience and singers will thoroughly enjoy and appreciate.

Arranger: Philip Kern

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35001888


Bethlehem Spiritual : SATB : Donald Moore : Donald Moore : Sheet Music : 00-23900 : 038081260280

Donald Moore : Bethlehem Spiritual

The guys in your choir will shine singing this a cappella original that sounds like a traditional spiritual. Opens with a syncopated ostinato, adds a compelling minor-key melody, and expands into full four-part harmony. Gradually, voice parts disappear one by one, fading to the end. Newly Available for TTBB.

Composer: Donald Moore

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.05 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-23900
Other Voicings: SSAB, TTBB


Bethlehem, Bethlehem : SATB : Jay Althouse : Jay Althouse : Sheet Music : 00-31013 : 038081337852

Jay Althouse : Bethlehem, Bethlehem

Enjoy this original a cappella Christmas spiritual with optional bongo drum accompaniment. A slower contrasting middle section quotes a bit of "Go, Tell It on the Mountain." Features optional solos and descant. Exciting and rhythmic. And church choirs will enjoy it, too.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Jay Althouse

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.95 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-31013
Other Voicings: SSAB


Blow That Trumpet, Gabriel : TTB : Patti DeWitt : Patti DeWitt : Sheet Music : 08551390 : 073999392180

Patti DeWitt : Blow That Trumpet, Gabriel

This accessible piece for a cappella men's chorus is excellent for sight-reading practice, contest or festival.

Composer: Patti DeWitt

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Voicing: TTB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08551390


Blow, Gabriel, Blow : SAB : Philip Kern : Cole Porter : Anything Goes : Sheet Music : 00-25141 : 038081266350

Philip Kern : Blow, Gabriel, Blow

A classic Broadway number from Cole Porter's often-revived musical Anything Goes. The lyrics harken Gabriel's trumpet in a spiritual style. Lots of strong unison writing above a 2-beat piano accompaniment makes it practical for any group. Features a male soloist in the "sermon" section.

Arranger: Philip Kern | Composer: Cole Porter | Musical: Anything Goes

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $1.95 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-25141 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SATB


Born in Bethlehem : 2-Part : Jay Althouse : Sheet Music : 00-23980 : 038081260891

Jay Althouse : Born in Bethlehem

A choral medley of four favorite Christmas spirituals: "Mary Had a Baby," "Rise Up Shepherd and Follow," "What You Gonna Call Your Pretty Little Baby?," and "Go, Tell It on the Mountain." Easy part-writing and familiar melodies make it a quick-learn piece, important during the holiday season.

Arranger: Jay Althouse

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $1.85 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-23980


Bright Mansions : SATB : K. Lee Scott : Sheet Music : 08738680 : 073999386806

K. Lee Scott : Bright Mansions

K. Lee Scott's adaptability and command of vocal writing is excellent, and his arranging style is never overdone. A refined reserve to his technique make this an elegant spiritual setting for high school, college and church treble choirs.

Arranger: K. Lee Scott

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.95 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08738680
Other Voicings: SSAA


Carry Me Home : SSA : Susan Thrift : Sheet Music : 35030020 : 888680034221

Susan Thrift : Carry Me Home

Uses: Ash Wednesday, All Saints, Memorial, Concert, Youth Choir Scripture: Psalm 104:1-4; Mark 13:24-27; Philippians 3:20-21 This classic spiritual is given the utmost care in this stellar arrangement. The sensitive writing delivers layers of beauty that cascade effortlessly from the printed page. Unison singing mingles with moments of luscious harmonies giving listeners a glimpse of the divine. Stunning!

Arranger: Susan Thrift

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Voicing: SSA | Sheet Music | $2.65 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35030020
Other Voicings: TTB


Celebrate the Newborn King : SATB : Rollo Dilworth : Rollo Dilworth : Sheet Music : 08748203 : 884088216177

Rollo Dilworth : Celebrate the Newborn King

This lively gospel selection will energize every concert! Beginning with the instantly memorable refrain, it moves into the famous spiritual Mary Had a Baby, then begins a slow build to a joyous conclusion. Available: SATB. Duration: ca. 2:30.

Composer: Rollo Dilworth

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.70 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08748203 | Digital Version Available


Change My Name : SSA : Stephen Hatfield : Sheet Music : 48022594 : 884088793852

Stephen Hatfield : Change My Name

Change My Name is a series of melodic variations on the opening line of a spiritual more commonly known as If He Changed My Name. Composer Stephen Hatfield has created an intense, grave, peaceful arrangement for women's voices that will cast a spell over both singer and listener. Duration: ca. 4:00

Arranger: Stephen Hatfield

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Voicing: SSA | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 48022594 | Digital Version Available


Chariots, Bones, and Wheels : 2-Part : Joseph Martin : Sheet Music : 35026687 : 884088438944 : 1423485971

Joseph Martin : Chariots, Bones, and Wheels

This medley of traditional spirituals is not to be missed! Expertly arranged, this 2-part choral weaves and partners Ezek'el Saw the Wheel, Dry Bones and Swing Low, Sweet Chariot with a lively piano accompaniment. Available separately: 2-part, PianoTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:35.

Arranger: Joseph Martin

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35026687 | Digital Version Available


Children Go Where I Send Thee : TTB : Emily Crocker : Sheet Music : 47103041 : 073999728712

Emily Crocker : Children Go Where I Send Thee

Emily Crocker's arrangement of this favorite spiritual is full of fun and is complimented by the accompaniment's walking bass line. It's an easy yet impressive selection for male choir. Available: TTB.

Arranger: Emily Crocker

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Voicing: TTB | Sheet Music | $2.10 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 47103041


Children, Go Where I Send Thee : SSA : Glenda E. Franklin : Sheet Music : 35029362 : 884088956196 : 1480361186

Glenda E. Franklin : Children, Go Where I Send Thee

Beginning with a slow and quiet vocal intro, this favorite spiritual increases in tempo with a hushed energy and builds in sound with each subsequent verse. Creative choral writing fills the piece with harmonies and interesting melodic lines between vocal parts. A standout for your women's choir performance!

Arranger: Glenda E. Franklin

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Voicing: SSA | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35029362


Children, Go Where I Send Thee : 2-Part : Ruth Elaine Schram : Sheet Music : 00-SV98135 : 029156913712

Ruth Elaine Schram : Children, Go Where I Send Thee

Ruth Elaine Schram brings us this SATB voicing of her exceptional setting of the traditional Christmas spiritual "Children, Go Where I Send Thee." You'll want to perform this one for years to come.

Arranger: Ruth Elaine Schram

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-SV98135


Children, Go Where I Send Thee : SATB : Adam Podd : Sheet Music : 00-48419 : 038081552422

Adam Podd : Children, Go Where I Send Thee

This enthusiastic gospel treatment of the traditional Christmas spiritual is a bona fide roof-raiser! Additive verses feature solos, duets, or entire sections, and everyone joins in for the exuberant refrains. A final repeated chorus stacks voice parts to take the rockin' arrangement over the top. Don't miss the fantastic SoundTrax! This title is available in SmartMusic.

Arranger: Adam Podd

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.20 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-48419 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB

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