Choral arrangements rich in texture, spirit, and vibrancy
By Dr. Kevin Phillip Johnson — Published by Carl Fischer Music
The Soulful Singing Choral Series brings new life to beloved African American spirituals and original compositions through powerful, accessible choral arrangements. Written by Dr. Kevin Phillip Johnson, Associate Professor of Music at Spelman College, each piece is crafted with rich harmonies, opportunities for soloists, and an energy that inspires performers and audiences alike.
An exciting, accessible arrangement of the beloved African American spiritual — rich in texture and vibrancy, with an optional rap section. Piano accompaniment available as a free download.
Catalog: CM9742
SSA Voices with Piano & optional Rap
Arr. Kevin Phillip Johnson & Ayana Davis
Catalog: CM9743
SATB Mixed Chorus with Piano & optional Rap
Arr. Kevin Phillip Johnson & Ayana Davis
Catalog: CM9835
TB Voices with Piano
Key: E minor • Duration: ~4:05
Arr. Kevin Phillip Johnson
A powerful, transformative original composition that affords numerous opportunities to showcase soloists — sure to bring positive, hopeful energy to any concert program.
Catalog: CM9744
SSA Voices with Piano
Composed by Kevin Phillip Johnson
Catalog: CM9834
Mixed Chorus with Piano
Key: D major • Duration: ~4:20
Composed by Kevin Phillip Johnson
A sizzling arrangement of the beloved spiritual that is compelling yet accessible for the burgeoning treble chorus, with several opportunities to showcase soloists.
Catalog: CM9749
SSA Voices & Solo Soprano with Piano
Arr. Kevin Phillip Johnson
Dr. Kevin Phillip Johnson is an Associate Professor of Music at Spelman College and a renowned musician, conductor, and composer in demand both nationally and internationally. He holds degrees from California State University, Los Angeles (B.A., M.A.) and the University of Missouri, Kansas City (D.M.A.).
His extensive catalog includes seven mass settings, more than 300 psalm settings, and many sacred songs — resulting in performances for church and school choruses, all-state choral festivals, Catholic Archdioceses nationwide, and international tours with the Spelman College Glee Club. In 2022, he joined the Carl Fischer Publishing family with his Soulful Singing Choral Series.