By African-American Spiritual. Arranged by Scott Soper. For Voices: SAB. Piano reduction. Choral Sacred. Level: easy. 3 pages. Published by GIA Publications.

Choral SSA choir

SKU: CF.CM9770

Composed by Traditional African-American Spiritual. Arranged by Lee R. Kesselman. Duration 2 minutes, 17 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9770. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9770).

ISBN 9781491164419. UPC: 680160923311. Key: G major. English.

There is a Balm in Gilead is a well-known, traditional African-American spiritual. The “balm in Gilead” is a reference from the Old Testament, but the lyrics of this spiritual refer to the New Testament concept of salvation. The balm of Gilead is interpreted as a spiritual medicine that is able to heal Israel (and sinners in general). In the Old Testament, the balm of Gilead is taken most directly from Jeremiah chapter 8 v. 22: Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there? Why then is there no healing for the wounds of my [God's] people?This a cappella arrangement stays close to the simple, emotional source material. The words and the music embody weariness, resignation and hope, as the realities of slavery are met with the hope of salvation. There is a Balm in Gilead was originally part of a larger work, entitled, Mpaka simba watapo, for treble chorus, African drums and piano.  .

By Marti Lunn Lantz and Lois Brownsey. For Choir. (3-Part Mixed). Choral Octavo. Multicultural. Level: Level 3 (grade L3). Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Choir (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.48409

Arranged by Russell L. Robinson. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48409. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48409).

UPC: 038081552323. English. Traditional Spiritual.

A bluesy rhythmic motive stacks up across voices, creating a compelling introduction and scattered interludes for this hip interpretation of the African-American spiritual. Call-and-response verses give individual sections a chance to shine, and a brief descant plus some optional divisi add that final flourish. A great teaching piece for 2- and 3-part choirs.

About Alfred Choral Designs

The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

Composed by Stephen Foster (1826-1864). Arranged by Audrey Snyder. Choral. African-American, American, Concert, Folk, RandB, Spiritual. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 180 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard

Choral (SAB Choir)

SKU: HL.456058

Composed by J. Rosamond Johnson and James Weldon Johnson. Arranged by Rollo Dilworth. Festival Choral. African-American, Concert, Festival, General Worship, Gospel, Inspirational, Sacred, Spiritual. Octavo. Duration 240 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.456058).

UPC: 196288066682. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.

Now available for SATB and SAB. Often referred to as the “Black National Anthem,” young people need to know this song and its importance in American history. Singers of all ages need to sing this song and know this inspirational anthem of faith and hope.

Arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram. African-American Spiritual. For Choir. (3-part Mixed). Choral Octavo. Spiritual. Level: Moderate (grade 3). Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Discovery Level 2. Arranged by Rollo Dilworth. Discovery Choral. African-American, Concert, Festival, Spiritual. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 165 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard

Choir Secular (Men's Choir)

SKU: AP.39792

Composed by Vicki Tucker Courtney. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Secular. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-39792. Published by Alfred Music (AP.39792).

UPC: 038081444536. English. Words by Paul Laurence Dunbar.

Always expressive and sometimes dramatic, this handsome gem tells a romantic love story as penned by famous African American poet, Paul Laurence Dunbar. Rich with musicality to bring out the softer side of your men.

About Alfred Choral Designs

The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

Arranged by Lon Beery, Pamela Perec Lee. For TTB choir. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 40 seconds. Published by BriLee Music

Discovery Level 3. Composed by African-American Spiritual. Arranged by Rollo Dilworth. Discovery Choral. 16 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.116784).

Arranged by Nansi Carroll. Lent. Sacred. Octavo. 12 pages. GIA Publications #6281. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-6281).

Choral SSA Choir and Piano

SKU: CF.CM9524

Composed by Traditional Spiritual. Arranged by Lee R. Kesselman. Fold. Performance Score. With Standard notation. 8 pages. Carl Fischer Music #CM9524. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9524).

ISBN 9781491150566. UPC: 680160908066. 6.875 x 10.5 inches.

From the opening solo and duet passage to the a cappella three-part refrain, Lee Kesselman uses many textures in his transparent arrangement of this beloved African-American spiritual. Sure to touch the heart, inspire, give hope, and challenge, There is a Balm in Gilead is perfect for concerts and festivals.