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CoverA Jubilant Day [level: Medium]
Judy A. Rose
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1566 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

“I’ve found a jubilant day” is the message delivered by this newly composed spiritual. A great closer, it is sure to please an audience and have them feeling jubilant.

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CoverAmezaliwa Tushangilie! [level: Medium]
Robert J. Begisen
RELEASED: August 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1730 | duration: c. 3’58 | price: $2.70
accompaniment: optional drum

“Let’s Rejoice and Celebrate!” Feature a tenor soloist in this new original Christmas Carol by composer Robert Jim Begisen. Written in Kiswahili, and complete with a phonetic pronunciation guide and translation. Perfect for holiday concerts or any time of year, this piece is great fun and quick to learn. Works well with mixed choirs of all levels and sizes; a cappella, SATB (no divisi) with optional drums (djembe and/or congas).

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CoverBe the Sunlight [level: Easy]
Debra E. Stempien & Gregory H. Turner | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
RELEASED: July 2023
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1731 | duration: 4'30 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano

A lovely new original by Stempien & Turner with many teachable moments. Melodic and lyrical with an accessible piano accompaniment and excellent ranges. With a heartwarming text, singable melody, and well-prepared harmonies, this piece is appropriate for treble choirs of all ages - from children’s choirs through college/community adult ensembles.

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CoverDeep River [level: Medium]
arr. Karen P. Thomas | Giselle Wyers Choral Series
voicing: SATB div | catalog number: SBMP 924 | duration: 4:25 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

A glorious, dramatic and classy arrangement of this favorite. Suitable for the mature ensemble.

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CoverDone Made My Vow [level: Difficult]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1770 | price: $2.70
accompaniment: a cappella

Another powerful Traditional Spiritual arrangement from Stacey Gibbs for divisi mixed choirs, unaccompanied. Rhythmic, exciting, and powerful! A great sacred choice for contests and festival choirs, and a strong way to end a concert.

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CoverDone Made My Vow to the Lord [level: Medium]
Marques L. A. Garrett
voicing: SSAATTBB | catalog number: SBMP 841 | duration: 3:15 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: a cappella

The talented arranger brings his own special nuance to this spiritual. The women start, then the men have a turn; joining together they build the spiritual to a grand conclusion. Based on a traditional spiritual.

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CoverDown in the Valley to Pray [level: Medium]
arr. Michael Cleveland
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 477 | duration: 1:35 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

This spiritual was featured in the movie, “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” For the film, the title and text was changed to Down to the River to Pray. To be sung with great fervor , the melody is in the pentatonic mode. Also available for SATB.

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CoverElijah Rock! [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Lori Hetzel Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1430 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

A spectacular opening, and a bravado ending are the hallmarks of this vibrant arrangement. Close a concert with this, and a standing ovation will greet you.

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CoverEzekiel [level: Difficult]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB/SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1267 | duration: 3:35 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

The double choir feature is designed to double the excitement of this outstanding arrangement. I toffers great fun for the singers as they “have at it.” Allow some space between the two choirs to add to the visual drama of the performance.

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CoverFare Ye Well [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: TTBB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1432 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

Mr. Gibbs puts the men to test with this blockbuster of a piece. With a soloist, at at times a trio, and seven parts vying for center stage, this piece is a great closer. It is bound to get an audience on their feet as the singers bid them Fare Ye Well.

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CoverFollow the Drinking Gourd [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1400 | duration: 3:40 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Stacey strikes again with another dramatic winner. Need we say more!

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CoverFollow the Drinking Gourd [level: Medium]
arr. Allen Koepke
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 756 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

The composer has achieved great notoriety for his spiritual arrangements; his fans will delight to discover another great one. This setting is poignant with its message, and highly rhythmic in its design as it and builds to a dramatic conclusion. The text contains coded lyrics as is typical of many spirituals; their significance and meaning is documented in the printed score.

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CoverGive Me Jesus [level: Easy]
arr. Ron Kauffmann
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 247 | duration: 3:30 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: keyboard

Easy, yet very effective, this arrangement will appeal to high school choirs, and to church choirs with limited rehearsal time.

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CoverGo Down Moses [level: Easy]
arr. Tom T. Shelton Jr. | Terry J. Barham Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 494 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Perfect for middle school or the young high school choir, this rousing arrangement begins with a chordal "vroom" supporting a soloist.

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CoverGo Down Moses [level: Easy]
arr. Daniel Mattix
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1290 | duration: 3:55 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano

Here is a chance to really swing away while performing this jazzy arrangement, accompanied by a piano that truly sets the mood. Not difficult, and great fun to sing, this is a winner.

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CoverGo Down, Moses [level: Medium]
arr. Paul Carey | Daniel Hughes Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 657 | duration: 3:30 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano, shakers

A unique arrangement of this well known spiritual. The piano and shakers play a big role in setting the stage; a clever choral piece, not overly difficult, and very effective.

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CoverGreat, Wide, Beautiful, Wonderful World [level: Medium]
Lane Johnson
RELEASED: August 2023
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1732 | duration: c. 3’34 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano

Swinging with optimism in four-part harmony, advanced treble ensembles will enjoy learning and performing this piece. A supportive and accessible piano accompaniment assists throughout. An excellent way to end a concert or set, with a big finish!

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CoverHands are Knockin' [level: Medium]
Kyle Pederson
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voicing: TB | catalog number: SBMP 1630 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano, djembe

A juxtaposition of English and Arabic text throughout reinforces the universality of the message—an invitation to all to open our minds, hearts and hands to each other. This fascinating piece will be the highlight of a program.

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CoverHold On [level: Easy]
arr. Jay Broeker
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 321 | duration: 3:36 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: bass, percussionon

Treble choirs will delight in the opportunity to indulge in this program winner. Percussion and bass join the a cappella singing which begins quietly and innocently, and builds to a dramatic flair at the ending.

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CoverHold On [level: Medium]
arr. Daniel Jackson
RELEASED: June 2022
voicing: SSAATTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1690 | duration: c. 2'50" | price: $3.20
accompaniment: a cappella

Hold On is a beloved spiritual and has become an American favorite. The text is a call to solidarity as people unite during difficult times that create hardship.  When we face challenges today, we must hold on to what we know is good and true.

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CoverHold On [level: Medium]
arr. Daniel Jackson
RELEASED: June 2022
voicing: SAT(B) | catalog number: SBMP 1688 | duration: c. 2'50" | price: $2.35
accompaniment: a cappella

Hold On is a beloved spiritual and has become an American favorite. The text is a call to solidarity as people unite during difficult times that create hardship.  When we face challenges today, we must hold on to what we know is good and true.

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CoverHush! [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: January 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1724 | duration: c. 4’26” | price: $2.40
accompaniment: a cappella

A fresh, powerful take on this timeless traditional spiritual. A cappella and homophonic, with limited ranges and occasional divisi in the soprano part only, this is a great addition to any concert for mixed choirs of any size. Arranged for the Susquehanna University Choral Festival.

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CoverI Feel Tired Sometimes [level: Medium]
Judy A. Rose
RELEASED: June 2022
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1675 | duration: c. 3'25" | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella

I Feel Tired Sometimes is an original African American spiritual that blends Renaissance era counterpoint using the Latin text “Cum Sancto Spiritu In Gloria Dei Patris, Amen. This piece will be suitable for Honor Choir, festivals or liturgical settings. May this spiritual be an invitation for choirs to honor the grief and joy of this time on the planet.

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CoverI Got a Home In a Dat Rock [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1340 | duration: 4:40 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

Another creative arrangement from the pen of Stacey Gibbs, he here stacks the voices, one section at a time, for a highly dramatic ending.

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CoverI'm A-Rollin' [level: Medium]
arr. Paul Rardin | Jerry Blackstone Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 475 | duration: 4:40 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano

Rardin again creates an upbeat winner. A great closer. Also available for TTBB.

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CoverIm Ein Ani Li [level: Easy]
Ross Fishman
RELEASED: August 2023
voicing: TBB | catalog number: SBMP 1751 | duration: 2'33 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

A new introspective piece for Tenor-Bass choirs with an empowering message in Hebrew: “If I am not for myself, who will be for me?” Highly accessible ranges, repetitive and catchy vocal lines, and a supportive, stylish accompaniment. Tenor-Bass choirs will love singing and discussing the meaning of this piece. The Hebrew translation and pronunciation guide is included in the octavo. 

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CoverI’ve Been Buked, Children! [level: Medium]
arr. Rollo Dilworth | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 547 | duration: 5:08 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano, percussion

A spiritual with a real life story. The percussion sets the tone and plays up the drama. Bound to be a huge winner. Also available for SATB.

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CoverI’ve Been Buked, Children! [level: Medium]
arr. Rollo Dilworth
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 550 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano, percussion

A spiritual with a real life story. The percussion sets the tone and plays up the drama. Bound to be a huge winner. Also available for SSA.

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CoverI’ve Found Me a River [level: Medium]
Judy A. Rose
voicing: SATB/SAT | catalog number: SBMP 1624 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

This dramatic spiritual innocently begins in four parts before dividing into a double choir format. Bound to be an audience pleaser, it will also be a delight to sing.

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CoverJericho! [level: Medium]
arr. Reginal Wright
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1560 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

The walls of Jericho come alive with a fresh take on the beloved spiritual. A dramatic ending makes this ideal for a closer or an encore.

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CoverJoshua Fit the Battle of Jericho [level: Medium]
arr. M. Susan Brown
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 957 | duration: c. 2:20 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

This clever, stylish arrangement injects new life into the spiritual. Upbeat and fun, singers will love this.

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CoverJoshua Fought the Battle of Jericho [level: Medium]
arr. Manuel Antonio
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1413 | duration: 2:20 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

A great closer, this arrangement really rocks, with clever treatment of the text at the forefront, and the melody tossed about so all singers get their turn to shine.

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CoverKumbaya [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1494 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Master arranger of spirituals, Mr. Gibbs has done it again with this special rendition of beloved Kumbaya.

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CoverLemoga Aming’a [level: Easy]
arr. David O. Akombo
RELEASED: August 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1749 | duration: c. 2'19 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella

A Spiritual Song from the Luo people of Kenya, Professor David Akombo has created a joyful and highly-accessible arrangement  for a cappella SATB choirs. Perfect for developing voices and young ensembles, with conservative vocal ranges and many teachable moments. Fun to rehearse and perform, your choirs will want to sing this one again and again! A phonetic pronunciation guide and word-for-word translation of the Luo language is provided in the score by the arranger. 

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CoverLemoga Aming’a [level: Easy]
arr. David O. Akombo
RELEASED: February 2024
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1775 | duration: c. 2'19 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella, see below notes for optional percussion

A spiritual song from the Luo people of Kenya, this arrangement is highly accessible and authentic. With or without percussion, it has simple harmonies, plenty of repetition, conservative vocal ranges, and many teaching moments that make it great for choirs of all ages. A phonetic pronunciation guide and word-for-word translation of the Luo language is provided in the octavo. Fun to rehearse and perform, your choirs will want to sing this one again and again!

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CoverLemoga Aming’a [level: Easy]
arr. David O. Akombo
RELEASED: February 2024
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1776 | duration: c. 2'19 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella, see below notes for optional percussion

A spiritual song from the Luo people of Kenya, this arrangement is highly accessible and authentic. With or without percussion, it has simple harmonies, plenty of repetition, conservative vocal ranges, and many teaching moments that make it great for choirs of all ages. A phonetic pronunciation guide and word-for-word translation of the Luo language is provided in the octavo. Fun to rehearse and perform, your choirs will want to sing this one again and again!

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CoverMangisondele Nkosi Yam [level: Medium]
arr. Michael Barrett | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series
voicing: TTBB -Bar/Bass solos | catalog number: SBMP 1612 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

The title translates Let Me Be Nearer My Lord, the piece a traditional praise and worship song from the Zulu culture. Two soloists open the piece with a call followed by a response from the choir. Dramatic and powerful, the piece builds, with a rhythmic section at its center.

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CoverMarchin' to Freedom [level: Medium]
arr. Rollo Dilworth
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 520 | duration: 3:30 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

Swing out with this exciting piece that takes us on a vigorous march climaxing with the beloved spiritual OH FREEDOM. Also available for SSA.

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CoverMarchin’ to Zion [level: Medium]
arr. Tim Harbold
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1074 | duration: 5:40 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: piano

Starting very innocently, gospel quickly takes hold and the piece gets to marchin’ all the way to a rousing conclusion. This one is a great closer.

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CoverMy God is So High [level: Medium]
arr. Nancy Grundahl
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 513 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

A sprightly spiritual for the treble choir. Lots of interest in each vocal part, and a robust, rhythmic piano part.

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CoverMy Lord Good Lord [level: Medium]
Judy A. Rose
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1625 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

Dramatic in its gospel style, this piece could be the highlight of a program.

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CoverMy Soul Is a River [level: Medium]
Ben Allaway
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 535 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Poet/composer Ben Allaway adds his own thoughts to a biblical verse and creates a spiritual that swings with a strong message of hope.

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CoverMy Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1213 | duration: 4:00 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

Gibbs pulls out all the stops on this blockbuster arrangement. Great closer!

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CoverOh, What a Beautiful City [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1054 | duration: 3:30 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

The master arranger of spirituals has created a special rendering of this beloved piece. It has a glorious ending, making it a great closer for a concert or a stunning addition to church repertoire.

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CoverOm, Shanti, Om [level: Medium]
Judy A. Rose
voicing: SSATB | catalog number: SBMP 1613 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: tabla, harmonium

The opening chant is in Hindu that translates peace be with you. The lyrics then move to English maintaining peace as the central theme. Vibrant music, tabla drum and harmonium accompaniment, this will be a highlight of a concert.

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CoverPlenty Good Room [level: Medium]
arr. René Clausen
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 536 | duration: c. 3:00 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: a cappella

Guaranteed to bring down the house, this arrangement really swings with classy jazz elements including a scat soloist (the part is written out in the score).

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CoverRide the Chariot [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Lori Hetzel Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1202 | duration: 2:50 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: a cappella

Lots of up-beat rhythm and drama make for a thrilling performance potential for this special a cappella arrangement.

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CoverRide the Chariot [level: Difficult]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1759 | price: $2.70
accompaniment: a cappella

Now available for mixed choirs, this well-known Traditional Spiritual comes alive with a plethora of upbeat rhythms and drama in this lively setting. As can be expected from Stacey Gibbs's spiritual arrangements, a thrilling performance is sure to be given!

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CoverRise Up Shepherd [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB - 2 tenor soloists | catalog number: SBMP 1437 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

The audience will “rise up” after hearing this! There is plenty of drama with two solo tenors taking turns at embellishing the exuberant choir.

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CoverRockin’ Jerusalem [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1164 | duration: 2:10 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

Another dramatic arrangement from talented, Mr. Gibbs, this has great rhythmic drive, lots of interplay among the voices, and a powerful ending. Yes, it really rocks!

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