Cello, piano

SKU: KU.EES-706B

Composed by Bernhard Sieber. Edited by Bernhard Sieber. Bach format (230 x 302). Staple Bound. Spirituals. Anthology (piano score, part). 29 pages. Duration 21 minutes. Edition Kunzelmann #EES-706b. Published by Edition Kunzelmann (KU.EES-706B).

(Organ Music of Black Composers, Past and Present, Volume I). By Various. Organ. Sacred. 64 pages

Guitar solo

SKU: KU.EES-435

Composed by Armin Schibler. Edited by Armin Schibler. Bach format (230 x 302). Staple Bound. Solo part. 20 pages. Edition Kunzelmann #EES-435. Published by Edition Kunzelmann (KU.EES-435).

Spirituals for guitar solo.

By Gwyn Arch. (SSA). Boosey and Hawkes Secular Choral. Size 7.25x10.25 inches. 28 pages. Published by Boosey & Hawkes.

Arranged by Gail Smith. For Piano. Solos. Gospel-Black. Level: Intermediate-Advanced. Book. Size 8.5x11. 48 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc.

By Various. Edited by Sieber. For violoncello, piano. Published by Edition Kunzelmann.

A Collection of Spirituals, Children's Songs and Folk Songs. By Kathryn Scheldt & Frances McClain. For Guitar (All). Music therapy. Folk. Level: Beginning. Book. Size 8.75x11.75. 112 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc.

Composed by Various. Mandolin. Bluegrass, Country, Pop, Spirituals, Traditional. Softcover. Published by Hal Leonard

Flexible Band - Grade 2

SKU: BT.DHP-1165684-015

Arranged by Eric J. Hovi. De Haske Flexible Series. Gospel & Spiritual. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 2016. De Haske Publications #DHP 1165684-015. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1165684-015).

English-German-French- Dutch.

The spiritual can be seen as the precursor of the black gospel music genre. Eric J. Hovi used the famous spiritual Rock My Soul in the Bosom of Abraham to make a simple but swinging arrangement for four-part variable wind ensemble with percussion.

De spiritual kan worden gezien als de voorloper van de zogenoemde black gospelmuziek. Eric J. Hovi maakte van de beroemde spiritual Rock My Soul in the Bosom of Abraham geheel in stijl een eenvoudige maar swingende bewerking voor vierstemmige variabele blazersbezetting met slagwerk.

Das Spiritual kann als Vorläufer der sogenannten schwarzen Gospelmusik angesehen werden. Eric J. Hovi verwendete das berühmte Spiritual Rock My Soul in the Bosom of Abraham als Vorlage für ein einfaches, aber swingendes Arrangement für vierstimmige variable Besetzung mit Schlagzeug.

Le spiritual peut être classé comme prédécesseur du gospel. Eric J. Hovi fait usage du célèbre spiritual Rock my Soul in the Bosom of Abraham pour en faire un arrangement simple mais rythmé pour orchestre d’harmonie variable quatre voix avec percussion.

Lo spiritual può essere considerato l’antesignano del genere gospel. Eric J. Hovi ha rivisitato il noto canto tradizionale Rock My Soul in the Bosom of Abraham per un arrangiamento dall’andamento “swingato” per organico variabile a quattro voci e percussioni.

Flexible Band - Grade 2

SKU: BT.DHP-1165684-215

Arranged by Eric J. Hovi. De Haske Flexible Series. Gospel & Spiritual. Score Only. Composed 2016. 13 pages. De Haske Publications #DHP 1165684-215. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1165684-215).

English-German-French- Dutch.

The spiritual can be seen as the precursor of the black gospel music genre. Eric J. Hovi used the famous spiritual Rock My Soul in the Bosom of Abraham to make a simple but swinging arrangement for four-part variable wind ensemble with percussion.

De spiritual kan worden gezien als de voorloper van de zogenoemde black gospelmuziek. Eric J. Hovi maakte van de beroemde spiritual Rock My Soul in the Bosom of Abraham geheel in stijl een eenvoudige maar swingende bewerking voor vierstemmige variabele blazersbezetting met slagwerk.

Das Spiritual kann als Vorläufer der sogenannten schwarzen Gospelmusik angesehen werden. Eric J. Hovi verwendete das berühmte Spiritual Rock My Soul in the Bosom of Abraham als Vorlage für ein einfaches, aber swingendes Arrangement für vierstimmige variable Besetzung mit Schlagzeug.

Le spiritual peut être classé comme prédécesseur du gospel. Eric J. Hovi fait usage du célèbre spiritual Rock my Soul in the Bosom of Abraham pour en faire un arrangement simple mais rythmé pour orchestre d’harmonie variable quatre voix avec percussion.

Lo spiritual può essere considerato l’antesignano del genere gospel. Eric J. Hovi ha rivisitato il noto canto tradizionale Rock My Soul in the Bosom of Abraham per un arrangiamento dall’andamento “swingato” per organico variabile a quattro voci e percussioni.

Choir Sacred (SATB choir)

SKU: AP.48971

Edited by Marques L. A. Garrett. Arranged by R. Nathaniel Dett. Choral (Sacred); Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Worship Resources. Lawson-Gould. Spiritual; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48971. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48971).

UPC: 038081562957. English. Traditional Spiritual.

This a cappella arrangement was originally published in The Dett Collection of Negro Spirituals (1936). Share this impressive work with today's choirs in a carefully crafted new edition by Dr. Marques L. A. Garrett. The motet-like setting features an unaltered soprano melody that appears with each iteration of the refrain. Accompanying voices are imitative, with an ascending melody to represent the singer's journey to heaven (home over Jordan). Publication includes brief background information to provide introductory context about R. Nathaniel Dett, a Black nationalistic composer, educator, conductor, and writer who transformed impressions of Black music during the early twentieth century.

Choral Piano, baritone voice Bass, tenor

SKU: CF.CM9741

Composed by Traditional African American Spiritual. Arranged by Austin Hunt. Performance Score. 12 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 50 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9741. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9741).

ISBN 9781491161210. UPC: 680160919802. Key: Bb major. English. African American Spiritual.

In 1961, a diverse group of student activists organized a movement called Freedom Riders to challenge racial segregation in Southern states. Their strategy was to ride busses into cities with segregation laws and deliberately break them. For instance, white students would use colored only restrooms, while black students would sit at white only food counters. The hope was that, when confronted by police, the federal government would be forced to step in and defend the students' constitutional rights. On many occasions, these demonstrations were met with violent behavior from locals, including beatings and a firebombing. Ultimately, these Freedom Riders helped lead to the abolishment of segregation by bringing national attention to the injustices of segregation. While touring, the Freedom Riders would collectively perform songs with messages about freedom and justice. One participant, African -American preacher Rev. Robert Wesby, reimagined the lyrics of the hymn Woke Up this Mornin' by replacing the name Jesus with freedom in each refrain. This version of the hymn went on to become a powerful symbol of the American civil rights movement.
In 1961, a diverse group of student activists organized a movement called “Freedom Riders” to challenge racial segregation in Southern states. Their strategy was to ride busses into cities with segregation laws and deliberately break them. For instance, white students would use “colored only” restrooms, while black students would sit at “white only” food counters. The hope was that, when confronted by police, the federal government would be forced to step in and defend the students' constitutional rights. On many occasions, these demonstrations were met with violent behavior from locals, including beatings and a firebombing. Ultimately, these “Freedom Riders” helped lead to the abolishment of segregation by bringing national attention to the injustices of segregation.While touring, the Freedom Riders would collectively perform songs with messages about freedom and justice. One participant, African -American preacher Rev. Robert Wesby, reimagined the lyrics of the hymn “Woke Up this Mornin’” by replacing the name “Jesus” with “freedom” in each refrain. This version of the hymn went on to become a powerful symbol of the American civil rights movement.

Organ - advanced

SKU: HL.49045437

For Organ. Composed by Enjott Schneider. This edition: Saddle stitching. Sheet music. Organ Large Works. Classical. Softcover. Composed 2016. 48 pages. Duration 24'. Schott Music #ED 22668. Published by Schott Music (HL.49045437).

ISBN 9790001162715. UPC: 841886029088. 9.0x12.0x0.168 inches.

On the occasion of the quincentenary of Reformation Day in 2017, the composer Enjott Schneider thoroughly studied Martin Luther the individual and all his contradictions. The result is a brilliant, demanding organ symphony which is perfect for concerts on the subject of Reformation and Martin Luther.The composer describes the five movements of the symphony as follows:'1st movement:Wir glauben all an einen Gott with its quintuplet-like beginning is very Gregorian in style, outlining the range of Lutheran emotionalism between the Middle Ages and the modern era. The irrationality of faith ultimately has priority over any thought and evidence. At the beginning of the movement, sounds of knocking on wood remind of the nailing of the Ninety-Five Theses to the doors of churches in Wittenberg. The chorale melody sometimes hides with an almost rough medieval saltarello, referring to Luther's robustness and vitality with which he knew to carry away even common people.2nd movement:In 1530, the electoral prince of Saxony presented to Luther at Coburg Castle the golden signet ring with the Luther rose which became the symbol of his theology of grace. A white heart with black cross is fixed on a five-petalled rose. To him, white is the colour of angels and ghosts, black stands for the pain of crucification: The just shall live by faith, but by faith in the Crucified. But the fact that the rose and the heart are the dominating symbols shows how Catholic Marian piety remained an ingredient of Luther's spirituality throughout his life. In line with the dominant five-petal structure of the rose, this movement was composed, to a large extent, in accordance with the floating, lyrical rhythm in 5/8 time.3rd movement:The omnipresence of death and dying - from the plague and war to the never-ending dangers of daily life - was an essential part of the world view of that time. Fears ensued that might heighten into the grotesque, e.g. in the pictures of Hieronymus Bosch. The Danse macabre was a popular motif in those years. Luther's chorale Mitten wir im Leben sind / mit dem Tod umfangen from 1524 (Enchiridion from Erfurt) is based on the Gregorian chant Media vita in morte sumus created in France around 750 and, with its idea of transience, inspired a simplistic air.4th movement:The famous confession delivered at the Diet of Worms in 1521, I stand here and can say no more. God help me. Amen, are not Luther's words but the version later used as text for a pamphlet. However, it represents quite plainly the straightforwardness and inevitability of his mission. Musically, it was made into a perpetuum mobile, i.e. a dogged, ostinato and never-ending musical air.5th movement:The Mighty Fortress, on the other hand, is one of the great symbols of Martin Luther which, with its shining C major key, embodies the Protestant ideology and willful nature of the Reformation unlike any other song. Heinrich Heine called it the Marseille anthem of the Reformation, Friedrich Engels the Marseillaise of the Peasants' Wars. This disputability is not thought through to the end but rather interrupted: With a jubilant birdcall version of the melody, the finale shows a rather chamber-music-like side of the ideals of freedom of Christians.'.

SATB choir, medium voice solo, piano - Intermediate

SKU: MN.CH-1338

Composed by Roosevelt Credit. Spirituals. African American Heritage, Black History Month. Octavo. Laurendale Associates #CH-1338. Published by Laurendale Associates (MN.CH-1338).

About the Music: This spititual is in theCall and Response style. The soloist (leader) sings the Callpart, and the choir, group, or congregation replies singing the Response. This is a very popular celebration spiritual with many verses. The leader would make up the verses as he/she would go along.We took out the sword and shield and put in boxing gloves. This gave students something they could relate to at the Collegiate School in Manhattan. Traditional Spiritual.

Choral Mezzo-soprano voice, SATB chorus

SKU: PR.312418640

Composed by Adolphus Hailstork. -. Goin' Home, Songs for sister Lisa. Premiere: Portsmouth, VA. Choral. Performance Score. With Standard notation. Composed 2010. 8 pages. Duration 5 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #312-41864. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.312418640).

ISBN 9781598064100. UPC: 680160605804. Octavo inches. English. Text: Spiritual. Spiritual.

From the blog of Opera Roanoke: The four spirituals are densely packed portraits resonant with the black church tradition... Weaving together a fabric of history and presence, pain and struggle, exile and homecoming, Goin’ Home is an engaging musical canvas whose complex palette is challenging as it is rewarding. It is a resounding affirmation of a life whose impact cannot be measured, and continues to be felt..

Choral SSATB chorus

SKU: PR.312418660

Composed by Adolphus Hailstork. -. Goin' Home, Songs for Sister Lisa. Premiere: Portsmouth, VA. Choral. Performance Score. With Standard notation. Composed 2010. 8 pages. Duration 2:15. Theodore Presser Company #312-41866. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.312418660).

ISBN 9781598064124. UPC: 680160605828. Octavo inches. English. Text: Spiritual. Spiritual.

From the blog of Opera Roanoke: The four spirituals are densely packed portraits resonant with the black church tradition... Weaving together a fabric of history and presence, pain and struggle, exile and homecoming, Goin’ Home is an engaging musical canvas whose complex palette is challenging as it is rewarding.

Choral SATB choir

SKU: PR.312418650

Composed by Adolphus Hailstork. -. Goin' Home, Songs for sister Lisa. Premiere: Portsmouth, VA. Choral. Performance Score. With Standard notation. Composed 2010. 8 pages. Duration 2:45. Theodore Presser Company #312-41865. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.312418650).

ISBN 9781598064117. UPC: 680160605811. Octavo inches. English. Text: Spiritual. Spiritual.

From the blog of Opera Roanoke: The four spirituals are densely packed portraits resonant with the black church tradition... Weaving together a fabric of history and presence, pain and struggle, exile and homecoming, Goin’ Home is an engaging musical canvas whose complex palette is challenging as it is rewarding.

Choral Mezzo-soprano voice, SATB chorus

SKU: PR.312418670

Composed by Adolphus Hailstork. -. Goin' Home, Songs for Sister Lisa. Premiere: Portsmouth, VA. Choral. Performance Score. With Standard notation. Composed 2010. 12 pages. Duration 3:30. Theodore Presser Company #312-41867. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.312418670).

ISBN 9781598064131. UPC: 680160605835. Octavo inches. English. Text: Spiritual. Spiritual.

From the blog of Opera Roanoke: The four spirituals are densely packed portraits resonant with the black church tradition... Weaving together a fabric of history and presence, pain and struggle, exile and homecoming, Goin’ Home is an engaging musical canvas whose complex palette is challenging as it is rewarding.

Choral (SSAA Choir)

SKU: HL.1437160

Composed by Brandon Waddles. Hinshaw Music. Octavo. Hinshaw Music #HMC2683. Published by Hinshaw Music (HL.1437160).

UPC: 196288204411.

James Weldon Johnson's powerful poem, “O Southland!,” receives an altogether new musical treatment with this moving piece for treble voices and piano. Utilizing quotes of Negro spiritual repertory and the call-and-response of the Black church, you and your singers will enjoy this beautiful conjunction of melodic lilt and rhythmic verve, fueled by Johnson's timeless lyric. Your collaborative pianist and bassist should add another level of excitement via the harmonic influences of jazz and Black gospel music.

Choral (SATB divisi)

SKU: HL.1428120

Arranged by Steven Ward. Gentry Publications. Octavo. Gentry Publications #JG2715. Published by Gentry Publications (HL.1428120).

UPC: 196288202264.

“Oh , It's Gonna Be A Mighty Day” is a new spiritual arrangement with distinctive harmonies, a striking piano accompaniment, and breathtaking vocal lines. The arranger's exceptional skill shines through, ensuring each vocal line remains engaging while paying homage to the soulful roots of the Black American folk-tune. If you're on the lookout for a fresh rendition of a lesser-known spiritual, look no further. Elevate your next choral performance with this perfect addition to your repertoire!

Choir Sacred (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.45681

Composed by J. Rosamond Johnson. Arranged by Greg Gilpin. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Gospel; Peace/Brotherhood; Spiritual. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-45681. Published by Alfred Music (AP.45681).

UPC: 038081514208. English. Words by James Weldon Johnson.

This contemporary spiritual boasts a rich history as a song of liberation and has been dubbed the Black American National Anthem. Greg's tour-de-force arrangement opens with a powerful unison before developing into thick gospel harmonies. Perform with the SoundTrax CD or the SoundPax parts for guitar, bass, and drumset. Both words and music will resonate long after the final glorious chord!

SKU: GI.G-CD-952

Composed by M. Roger Holland, II. Sacred. CD. GIA Publications #952. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-CD-952).

UPC: 785147095224.

Welco me to the revival! Come on in and leave your troubles at the door. “Worthy God” is a moving declaration of faith and devotion by a true emerging voice on the contemporary gospel scene. Part of the full-length CD Building Up the Kingdom, “Worthy God” is sure to ignite the fire of the Holy Spirit in the hearts of all the assembled, and our raised voices will set the rafters ablaze. About M. Roger Holland II: What do you get when you mix a musician who is a pianist, organist, singer, composer, arranger and symphony maestro together? M. Roger Holland, II!! A man who knows Jesus and thanks him with every note he sings, plays, or writes. When you listen to Roger, you will know that God has touched His servant and in that touch, there will be a blessing for you! Roger has always had a passion for music. It started with him tinkering on his toy piano as a child and grew to him being accepted to the High School of Performing Arts in New York City. Roger's falsetto has opened many doors for him. He was a member of the All City High School Choir. Hearing his vocal abilities, he was recruited by the internationally known Boys Choir of Harlem. His musical talents garnered him a position playing keys on two Broadway plays in New York, The Color Purple and Memphis. When you witness the musicianship of M. Roger Holland II you will recognize the influences of some of the people he has worked with like Walter J. Turnbull, James Williams, Joseph Joubert, and Bettye Forbes. When you hear his writing, you may notice the stylings of Stevie Wonder. There is no denying the influences of Marvin Gaye, Peabo Bryson, and Luther Vandross when it comes to his vocals. The gospel inflections are representative of Richard Smallwood, Thomas Whitfield, and Kirk Franklin. The compositional techniques of classical composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the arranging styles of Negro Spirituals by Roland Carter, Jester Hairston, and Moses Hogan are prominent as well. Leading the Gospel Choir of Union Theological Seminary fueled Roger's fire and drew him into seminary. His passion for music led him on a spiritual journey from Westminster Choir College to Manhattan School of Music where he received his graduate degree and ultimately the very same Union Theological Seminary where he received a Master of Divinity degree. Roger is the Minister of Worship & Christian Arts at Calvary Baptist Church in Jamaica, NY, where weekly he ushers in the Holy Spirit through praise and worship. He also serves as Liturgical Consultant for the Office of Black Ministry in the Archdiocese of New York. God is truly using Roger as an instrument to share His message!   For Bookings Contact: Cortney Wright Thomas 646-269-4055 cwthomas406@gmail.com.

SATB choir, baritone voice solo, piano - Intermediate

SKU: MN.CH-1339

Composed by Roosevelt Credit. Spirituals. African American Heritage, Black History Month. Octavo. Laurendale Associates #CH-1339. Published by Laurendale Associates (MN.CH-1339).

UPC: 765844006020.

The use of accents and consonants brings to the listener and performer heightened levels of excitement. The call and response section at mm 9 is emphasized. All the special sounds work together to create the sound of the wheel spinning in the air. The soloist is a proud storyteller speaking to the anticipating listeners. Traditional Spiritual.

SATB, a cappella choir - Early Intermediate

SKU: AU.9781506495293

Composed by Undine Smith Moore. Advent, Lent. St. Olaf Choral Library. Christian. Octavo. Augsburg Fortress #9781506495293. Published by Augsburg Fortress (AU.9781506495293).

ISBN 9781506495293. 7 x 10.25 inches.

Originally published in 1978, this expressive and dynamic anthem from Undine Smith Moore is ideal for Lent or anytime a choral setting of the Kyrie is needed, and it has now been re-released in the St. Olaf Choral Series. Editor Anton Armstrong notes that Undine Smith Moore was often referred to as the “Dean of Black Women Composers, and while many of her compositions are concert arrangements of African American spirituals, this piece is an original work written in the harmonic and melodic style of a spiritual. Suggestions by the editors provide tips for smaller choirs who wish to sing this anthem.