Anthology of African-American Spirituals-The history of the African American people was one of physical hardship and emotional anguish yet the music arising from this struggle – the spiritual – was one of deeply-felt emotion. This collection of spirituals arranged by Rene Boyer-Alexander for voices and Orff instruments is much more than a mere song collection. It is a chronicle of expression that will enrich and uplift both children and adults in classrooms choirs communitygatherings and churches. In three volumes or one complete edition it includes arrangements of over 55 songs historical background suggested program uses and cultural connections.Available: Volume I Volume II VolumeIII Complete Edition. For all ages.
Rene Boyer-Alexander: Expressions of Freedom Volume III: Parts
