Composed by South African Folk Song. Arranged by Victor C Johnson. Sing! Octavo. Published by Chorister's Guild (LO.CGE213).

(Traditional African-American Spiritual). Arranged by Philip E. Silvey. For SSA choir. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 25 seconds. Published by Carl Fischer

Composed by Victor C Johnson. Choral. Sacred Anthem. Octavo. Lorenz Publishing Company #10/5218L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company

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.  .

Composed by Joan Szymko (1957-). For SSA choir (divisi), Hand Drum. Choral octavo only. Instrumental accompaniment sold separately (SBMP-734.1). Medium. Octavo. Published by Santa Barbara Music 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.

Choir Secular (Women's Choir)

SKU: AP.46554

(Hush, Hush Child). Arranged by Andy Beck. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Multicultural; Secular; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-46554. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46554).

UPC: 038081531298. Swahili. Traditional Lesotho Lullaby.

A combination of the traditional Lesotho lullaby with some original words and music, this arrangement pairs a simple African text with English lyrics on the same topic. All parts sing in unison first, laying the groundwork for both two and three part canons which soon develop. Legato verses and a hushed bridge provide nice contrast to the form. Choreography is on Alfred's Movin' DVD.

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.

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.

SAB choir, keyboard accompaniment, guitar - Beginning

SKU: GI.G-8148

Composed by Traditional African-American. Arranged by Jacques Rizzo. Choral. Choral. Sacred. Octavo. With guitar chord names. 12 pages. GIA Publications #8148. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-8148).

UPC: 785147814801. English. Text Source: African American spiritual.

Few pieces match the beauty of this imaginative rendering of the familiar spiritual. It will be a treat for the pianist who appreciates lush harmonies, while the simple, yet engaging, vocal writing will captivate your choir through from beginning to end.

(When the Spirit Says Sing). Arranged by Andy Beck. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48427. Published by Alfred Music

Choral (3-Part Mixed choir)

SKU: HL.35032581

Arranged by Catherine DeLanoy. Shawnee Press. Concert. Octavo. 16 pages. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.35032581).

ISBN 9781540042606. UPC: 888680903428. 6.75x10.5 inches.

This melody has been recorded by contemporary artists but has its roots as a traditional African song. Translating as “we are the burning fire,” the song displays strength with its dynamic elements, optional percussion and repetitive harmonies that will appeal to younger and developing choirs.

Choral (SSA Choir)

SKU: HL.126813

Composed by Paul Caldwell and Sean Ivory. Caldwell and Ivory. Afro-Cuban, Children'S Choir, Concert, Cuban, Festival, Multicultural, Youth Choir. Octavo. 16 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.126813).

UPC: 888680005597. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches. Paul Caldwell and Sean Ivory.

This lively Cuban folksong is a fusion of the music of the Spanish farmers with the enslaved Africans brought to the island. The song is a light-hearted song about fishing for shrimp from the “son” style of Cuban music that is the traditional root of well-known Afro-Cuban dance styles. Includes English translation.