Walton Choral

A powerful spiritual set to a new tune by the composer. Feelings of great longing and desperation in the text are expressed through the tonality and tempo. The polyphonic writing at the close of the w...

A radical modernization of a traditional American spiritual combining shape-note singing, ancient Latin chant and elements of dub step music. Choirs are encouraged to sing with the early American asth...

This fun work celebrating unity is set in a contemporary gospel style with a touch of jazz. Perfect for children's choirs, advanced middle school and high school, and church or community choirs. With...

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...

This simple spiritual from the Bahamas has a thoughtful message in a lovely musical setting. A true classic in the high school repertoire for years! Available: SATB a cappella.

With words by Cuba's most celebrated poet Nicolsss Guillén, translated into English by the poet, La Muralla speaks of building a gate of hands around the world, joined in unity. Written for the Edinbu...

This is the third setting of words by Octavio Paz (Water Night; Cloudburst) from this successful young California composer. Little Birds pays homage to Gabriel Fauré with its running piano part and fl...

Written for middle school or small high school choirs, this is an appealing arrangement of a well known and well loved traditional spiritual.

The swinging gospel beat in this medley of American patriotic treasures ('My Country 'Tis of Thee, ' 'America the Beautiful, ' 'Battle Hymn of the Republic') makes this arrangement a wonderfulselectio...

A lively, very effective arrangement of a traditional slave song about the road to freedom. Syncopation and subject matter make this a fine program selection. For SAB high school choir, with piano and...

Here is a new and powerful collection of songs from South Africa, celebrating the country's recent freedom! Following the popular first collection Freedom Is Coming, the songs in this new set are for...

Here is a new and powerful collection of songs from South Africa, celebrating the country's recent freedom! Following the popular first collection Freedom Is Coming, the songs in this new set are for...

With a text by Michelangelo, this music reflects deep spiritual appreciation for beauty and the desire it evokes. An easy and inspiring piece for high school concerts. In English.

With its slow, stately gospel feel and warm harmonies, this piece could fulfill various functions in a church setting, including a memorial service. Comfortable ranges in all parts.

Steven Sametz's remarkable, stylized treatment of this traditional spiritual, with its powerful solo and haunting choral writing, will leave audiences staggered. Requires an accomplished soloist (teno...

Duration: ca. 3:00.

A great spiritual for good middle school choirs! Its format of call-and-response requires a strong soloist (or a string of them), with the choir. Truly inspiring and with great energy! Duration: ca. 3...

This lesser-known spiritual has been masterfully and simply set by Anthony Trecek-King. Singers are encouraged to use improvisation, inflections, and note bending to create the most authentic sound. A...

Written for the inaugural 2005 Florida TTBB All-State Chorus, this can be performed effectively as a processional. A hopeful, upbeat South African freedom song that continues to motivate singers and l...

A TB/two-hand piano version of Davison's original O Sing to the Lord for TTBB choir and four-hand piano. A strong, yet accessible, concert opener. Multi-rhythms enhance the excitement of this majestic...

The incomparable Uzee Brown has set this dynamic spiritual for men's voices. Fantastic vocal writing supported by a solid piano accompaniment along with opportunities for a soloist make this an excell...

Adapted from the Gloria for SA choir, this shorter work integrates nicely into any concert program or church service. Engaging interplay of melodic lines offers a fine introduction to Vivaldi's compos...

Simple and sweet melody for high school SA voices, set to poetry by Emily Dickinson. Good balance of unison, harmony and counterpoint parts. Includes a compelling piano accompaniment.

An energetic and joyous opening for a concert or church service, this song alternates between rhythmic drive and gentle legato. Well-suited to young, developing voices.

A simple, delicate treatment of this traditional Polish carol that works well for either youth or adult treble choirs. Suitable for Christmas concerts and services, with unique but easy accompaniment...