Alfred Publishing Rock-a-My-Soul - Spiritual/Perry - 2/3 Pt

Incorporating the traditional spirituals "Rock-a-My-Soul" and "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot"

Arrangers: Dave Perry and Jean Perry
Format: Choral Octavo
Voicing: 2-Part or 3-Part (any combination) with piano accompaniment
Level: 2

Hushed excitement and an easy "swing" feeling highlight this partner song of traditional spirituals including "Rock-A My Soul in the Bosom of Abraham" and "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot." The voices layer in, one after another, creating an interesting choral texture that is also easy to teach! It's an uplifting, spirited arrangement that will make your listeners shout, "Hallelujah!" Don't miss the accompaniment for sax, brass and rhythm, a terrific addition. For All Saints', Lent, Transfiguration or any time, church and school choirs. Suggested scriptures: 2 Kings 2: 1-11, Psalm 23 & 55: 16-19, Luke 16: 19-31 & 18: 1-8