My Favorite Spirituals

The spirituals created by the American Negro constitute one of the most beautiful folk song literatures in the world. Indeed in several respects the spirituals stand by themselves—- by reason of their sheer nobility of their melodies picturesque imagery the religious exaltation frequently evident in both text and music but it is the energy but it is the vitality of the rhythm that draws admirers and worshippers. This second collection contains 17 Spirituals all chosen to include both the most admired songs in this field and a representation of the widely divergent styles and their rhythms. Every song has been arranged here for Voice and Piano with optionalGuitar chords and Harmonica included in the notation.

Favorite spirituals and gospel songs all set in styles ranging from old-time swing to blues to bossa to a romantic ?movie theme? to quasi new age stylings. This recording features solo piano with rhythm section.Songs include: Amazing Grace ? Every Time I Feel the Spirit ? Just a Closer Walk with Thee ? Old Time Religion/Swing Low Sweet Chariot ? and more.

Commissioned for the Northwest Division ACDA Youth Honor Choir Ken Berg has merged two favorite spirituals about hands: “He's Got the Whole World in His Hands” and “The Lord Has Got His Hands on Me.” Thisarrangement will work for any combination of voices at church or school and contains an optional third voice part near the end. Selected for the Judith Herrington Choral Series.

Thirty musical arrangements by noted African-American tenor recall biblical events in such well-known tunes as Deep River Dry Bones Steal Away and Were You There' Perceptively written introduction to each song includes background history. Rich collection will appeal to lovers of great spirituals and the rich legacy of African-American song.Reprint of My Songs: Aframerican Religious Folk Songs Arranged and Interpreted by Roland Hayes Little Brown and Company Boston 1948.

Opening with a reverent a cappella setting of a favorite spiritual, this anthem then transitions to a flowing setting of a beloved text set to new tune by the always creative Ken Medema. The spiritual and new tune eventually come together, complementing each other perfectly. / Choeur (SATB)

Here's a superb arrangement of a favorite spiritual. Each verse is set with a different feel and builds to a vibrant conclusion. Ideal for children's choirs and other treble choruses! Available for 2-Part and Piano. Performance Time: Approx. 3:20.

In a sparkling arrangement by Emily Crocker this favorite spiritual offers wonderful opportunities for young choirs to develop articulation and dynamics. A guaranteed show-stopper! Available: 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 1:50.

Show the full range of your men's chorus with this favorite spiritual that highlights each voice part until they combine in an audience-pleasing full harmony conclusion. A fantastic concert closer! Available separately: TTBB VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.