Deep River: SATB: Vocal Score

Beautiful harmonies and flowing vocal lines combine in this new setting of an old favorite. Performance Time: Approx. 3:10

The struggle and suffering described in spirituals go hand in hand with an overwhelming sense of hope for a better life. Deep River is one of the most popular spirituals; its long-phrase melody calls for sustained breath control and a real sense of shape. Much contrast can be made between the first and second sections of the melody, and enjoy the more adventurous harmony around the words ‘where all is peace’ (both times!). The idiomatic ‘rippling’ piano part should be played very legato, but with a steady, clear tempo. This piece is part of the Faber Choral Singles series, offering a selection of beautifully crafted arrangements in a diversity of musical styles. From Broadway, pop and folk to spirituals, gospel and original works, the series is arranged for 3-part choir (soprano, alto and a combined male-voice part) providing flexibility for any choir. Complete with straight-forward piano accompaniments supporting the vocal lines, the Faber Choral Singles series guarantees the perfect repertoire for every occasion – so get exploring and get singing! / Choral Music / Répertoire / Voix Mixtes et Piano

Perhaps the spiritual closest associated with Norman Luboff's arranging style this is a classic in the U.S. and abroad! Requires the fine singing of a well trained a cappella choir high school choir and beyond. Moderately difficult. Available: SATB divisi a cappella.

SATB-The Fox TV smash show continued in Season 2 as an incredibly powerful force in the world of choral music! Opening with a reflective snippet of Pure Imagination the 7-minute medley bursts into a colourful fast-paced parade of pop hits both classic and current. Songs include Pure Imagination (Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory) Time Warp (The Rocky Horror Picture Show) Rolling in the Deep (Adele) Loser Like Me (Glee original) Dog Days Are Over (Florence and the Machine) Raise Your Glass (Pink) River Deep - Mountain High (Tina Turner).Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD.

The newest entrant in the Fred Bock Classics Series is his arrangement of the ageless hymn It Is Well With My Soul. Definitive Fred Bock colors subtly highlight and enhance the song's deep statement of faith despite life's turmoils. This is truly a classic.

with I've Got Peace like a River-Uses: Children General Youth Scripture: Psalm 72:3 Isaiah 48:18 Isaiah 66:12 Here is an encouraging and positive statement of faith that will raise spirits from despair to hope. Taken from the inspiring poetic legacy of young peacemaker and author Mattie J.T. Stepanek this Heartsong is written with child-like wonder but with a profoundly deep understanding of human dreams and aspirations. Infused with a sense of community the ballad grows gradually into a statement of the well-known spiritual I've Got Peace Like a River offering an opportunity for congregational participation.

Holding true to the legacy of the amazing works of Moses Hogan Rollo Dilworth has taken Hogan's treatment of this spiritual from the solo book Deep River and adapted it for SATB choir and piano. This uplifting anthem ofpraise and thanksgiving for all the good things God has done for us may be used any time of the year. Includes optional Double Bass part. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00

A message of strength and hope is woven throughout this arrangement of three beautiful spirituals. Purifoy masterfully combines Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child Steal Away and Deep River along with a sensitiveaccompaniment to create a special moment for any service. Performance Time: Approx. 4:45