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SATB
Amazing Grace
Classically arranged hymn -  by Dr. Diane White-Clayton
This is a beautiful rendition of a very familiar hymn filled with rich harmonies and unexpected modulations.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 61
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Beside the Still Waters
Rollo A. Dilworth
A gospel feel shines brightly here in this tasteful setting of Psalm 23. Appropriate for concert or church use. Also set for SSA (listen to a performance recording of that version.)
SATB - piano, optional percussion
SBMP 607
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Down in the Valley to Pray
African-American spiritual, arr. Michael Cleveland
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.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 458
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Freedom Come
Ben Allaway
In the style of a South African freedom song.Easy choral writing and a narrator soloist provide an uplifting experience. The words may be altered to suit the occasion, be it Christmas or a special celebration. The music builds to a dramatic climax. Wonderful way to close a program.
SATB - a cappella, conga drums
SBMP 67
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Capital University Chapel Choir, Dr. Lynda Hasseler, conductor
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Give Me Jesus
arranged by Ronald E. Kauffmann
Easy, yet very effective, this arrangement will appeal to high school choirs, and to church choirs with limited rehearsal time.
SATB - keyboard
SBMP 247
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Haystack Workshop Chorus, Julie Kangas, conductor
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Go Down Moses
spiritual arr. Tom Shelton
Perfect for middle school or the young high school choir, this rousing arrangement begins with a chordal "vroom" supporting a soloist.
SATB - piano
SBMP 494
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Go Down Moses
spiritual, arr. Paul Carey
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.
SATB - piano, shakers
duration: 3:30
SBMP 657
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hear the music - [© all rights reserved] The Choral Project, Dan Hughes, conductor
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I'm A-Rollin'
arr. Paul Rardin
Rardin again creates an upbeat winner. A great closer.
SATB- piano
SBMP 475
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Towson University Chorale, Paul Rardin, conductor
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I've Been Buked, Children!
traditional spiritual, arr. Rollo Dilworth
A spiritual with a real life story. The percussion sets the tone and plays up the drama. Bound to be a huge winner.
SATB - piano, percussion
SBMP 550
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Lord, I know I been changed
spiritual - arr. More/Regin
Swing out with this fine gospel arrangement.
SATB - opt. piano
SBMP 335
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] San José State University Choraliers, Charlene Archibeque, conductor
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Make Haste, O God
Scott Henderson
Gospel all the way on this one.
SATB - piano
SBMP 537
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Marchin' to Freedom
Rollo A. Dilworth
Swing out with this exciting piece that takes us on a vigorous march climaxing with the beloved spiritual OH FREEDOM.
SATB - piano
SBMP 520
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My Soul Is a River
Ben Allaway
Poet/composer Ben Allaway adds his own thoughts to a biblical verse and creates a spiritual that swings with a strong message of hope.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 535
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Northern Iowa Chamber Singers, Dr. Brad T. Barrett, conductor
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Plenty Good Room
arr. René Clausen
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).
SATB div. - a cappella
SBMP 536
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] The Concordia Choir - Moorhead, MN, René Clausen, conductor
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Ride It All Aroun'
Ben Allaway
A rousing spiritual with call and response which may involve the audience, or it can be done with a soloist and the choir alone.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 148
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There Is a Balm in Gilead
arr. René ClausenComposer
Clausen wrote this arrangement for his Concordia Choir to take on tour. Loaded with sensitive feeling, this piece is guaranteed to have an impact on the audience.
SATB div.; S and/or T solos - a cappella
SBMP 611
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] The Concordia Choir - Moorhead, MN, René Clausen, conductor
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Wade in de Water
spiritual arranged by Allen Koepke
Hold your hats, this one will raise the house.
SSAATTBB - a cappella
SBMP 227
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Northern Iowa Chorale, Bruce Chamberlain, conductor
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Wake up, Ollie Brown!
Ben Allaway
A variety of African-American musical styles join in this choral drama. Four soloists are featured and are backed up by a "chorus of angels." A dramatic five minute duration piece.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 45
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Wartburg College Choir, Paul Torkelson, conductor
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Walk in Jerusalem
spiritual, arr. Paul Rardin
Arranger Rardin is at it again, here with a gospel rock setting of the wonderful spiritual. Dig in and enjoy the fun this one provides. Audiences are guaranteed to love it.
SATB - piano
SBMP 352
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‘Zekiel
traditional spiritual, arranged by Allen Koepke
A tenor soloist is featured in this show-stopper arrangement of Ezekiel Saw the Wheel.
SATB div./tenor solo - a cappella
duration: 3:30
SBMP 642
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hear the music - [© all rights reserved] Wartburg College Choir, Paul Torkelson, conductor
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Treble Voices
Beside the Still Waters
Rollo A. Dilworth
A gospel feel shines brightly here in this tasteful setting of Psalm 23. Appropriate for concert or church use.
SSA - piano, optional percussion
SBMP 610
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Michigan State University Treble Choir, conducted by Mary Alice Stollak
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Down in the Valley to Pray
African-American spiritual, arr. Michael Cleveland
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.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 477
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Freedom Come
Ben Allaway
In the style of a South African freedom song.Easy choral writing and a narrator soloist provide an uplifting experience. The words may be altered to suit the occasion, be it Christmas or a special celebration. The music builds to a dramatic climax. Wonderful way to close a program.
SSAA - a cappella, conga drums
SBMP 133
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Hold On
American spiritual - arr. Jay Broeker
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.
SSAA - bass and percussion
SBMP 321
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Los Angeles Children's Chorus, Anne Tomlinson, conductor
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I've Been 'Buked, Children!
traditional spiritual, arr. Rollo A. Dilworth
A spiritual with a real life story. The percussion sets the tone and plays up the drama. Bound to be a huge winner.
SSA - piano, percussion
SBMP 547
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Michigan State University Children's Choir, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor
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percussion part - SBMP 547.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE
 
Marchin' to Freedom
Rollo A. Dilworth
Swing out with this exciting piece that takes us on a vigorous march climaxing with the beloved spiritual OH FREEDOM.
SSA - piano
SBMP 497
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Michigan State University Children's Chorus, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor
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Some of These Days
spiritual, arr. Paul Rardin
All three voice parts get a turn at the melody. This easy, but highly stylized arrangement, will appeal to all treble choirs.
SSA - a cappella
SBMP 478
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Steal Away
spiritual - arr. J. Edmund Hughes
The traditional spiritual is joined by the liturgical Kyrie chant for a stunning concert piece.
SSA - a cappella
SBMP 429
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Wade in the Water
Traditional spiritual, arr. Marion Verhaalen
The arranger weaves a subtle, flowing accompaniment into the fabric of this arrangement, breathing new life into this spiritual. The solid vocal writing can stand alone without the piano should the need or the spirit of the moment demand.
SSAA - optional piano
duration - 4:00
SBMP 690
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hhear the music (sung a cappella) [© all rights reserved] Performed by the Milwaukee Choral Artists, Sharon Hansen, conductor
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MALE VOICES
Freedom Come
Ben Allaway
In the style of a South African freedom song.Easy choral writing and a narrator soloist provide an uplifting experience. The words may be altered to suit the occasion, be it Christmas or a special celebration. The music builds to a dramatic climax. Wonderful way to close a program.
TTBB - a cappella, conga drums
SBMP 68
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I'm A-Rollin'
arr. Paul Rardin
Rardin again creates an upbeat winner. A great closer.
TTBB - piano
SBMP 474
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Michigan Men's Glee Club, Stephen Lusmann, conductor
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Steal Away
Spiritual/Chant - arr. J. Edmund Hughes
Effectively combines a chant with the beloved spiritual.
TTBB - a cappella
SBMP 94
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] San Jose State University Choraliers, Charlene Archibeque, conductor
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This Train
Traditional Spiritual - arr. Nina Gilbert
Train sounds emanate from the choir. The trombone adds a bit of seemingly improvised jazz. Pure fun.
TTBB - trombone
SBMP 178
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Wade in the Water
Traditional Spiritual - arr. Nina Gilbert
The tuba opens this setting with a simple rendition of the melody. Later as the piece progresses and the choral writing gets more involved, the tuba is there to help build the drama.
TTBB - tuba
SBMP 179
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Michigan Men's Glee Club, Jerry Blackstone, conductor
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Walk in Jerusalem
spiritual, arr. Paul Rardin
Arranger Rardin is at it again, here with a gospel rock setting of the wonderful spiritual. Dig in and enjoy the fun this one provides. Audiences are guaranteed to love it.
TTBB - a cappella
SBMP 348
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