Discovery Level 1-Enjoy a fresh treatment of this well-known African-American spiritual with its driving syncopated rhythms lively instrumental track and vocal call-and-responses. Written for three parts it may be sung in any combination ofvoices. The singers and audience will have great fun with this one! Discovery Level 1. Available separately: 3-Part Any Combination VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Tell Martha Not to Mourn-This setting of a popular African American spiritual uses the traditional text while the harmonic melodic and rhythmic elements are in more of a gospel style. The energetic refrain is presented first in unison and then inharmony while the verses are softer more reflective and hopeful. The final section builds in intensity with optional repeats to a rich and powerful fortissimo. An outstannding choice for concert and festival programming!Available voicings: TTB SSA. Duration: 3:00

Cristi Cary Miller's treatment of this African-American spiritual is easily sung in an SAB setting with optional handbells. The familiar melody begins in unison and then is countered with a baritone melody and soaring descant bysopranos and altos. It ends quietly as it begins with sparkling handbells arranged for two octaves.Available separately: SAB and BonusTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

One of Oscar Petersons most heartfelt compositions this song has been embraced by choirs throughout the world for its inspirational lyrics and the simplicity and directness of the melodies and harmonies as derived from the great heritage of theAfrican American spiritual. Duration: ca. 4:45

The indie-rock band American Authors has combined folk-style acoustic sounds with thumping African-inspired percussion grooves along with irresistibly upbeat lyrics and a happy pop-punk chorus for this 2014 pop hit. Easily learned and fun to sing! Duration: ca. 3:10.