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Rollo A. Dilworth is Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities and Music Education at the North Park University School of Music in Chicago, Illinois. Dilworth established himself at a relatively young age as a leading arranger and composer of African American spirituals and his work has been performed by prestigious choirs for many years.
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This secular work has a wonderful gospel flavored harmonic treatment and a powerful message of unity and peace. With easy call and response style harmonies and a final building chorus of over and over and over and over, your singers will add their voices to the imagining of the world as a new symphony. Duration: ca. 3:15.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
H.T. Burleigh's classic spiritual arrangement in an adaptation for 2-part treble voices is a perfect selection for teaching phrasing, dynamics and style. An expressive and reflective choice for festival and competition use. Duration: ca. 2:30.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
H.T. Burleigh's classic spiritual arrangement in an adaptation for 2-part treble voices is a perfect selection for teaching phrasing, dynamics and style. An expressive and reflective choice for festival and competition use. Duration: ca. 2:30.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
The theme of the river functioning as a source of life, reflection, rejuvenation, prayer, cleansing and freedom infuses this popular spiritual with layers of meaning. This arrangement is designed to strengthen part independence with developing choirs and is an ideal selection for combining choirs and levels .
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
The theme of the river functioning as a source of life, reflection, rejuvenation, prayer, cleansing and freedom infuses this popular spiritual with layers of meaning. This arrangement is designed to strengthen part independence with developing choirs and is an ideal selection for combining choirs and levels .
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Original music to a text by Langston Hughes combine with the old spiritual Oh, Freedom to create a gospel showcase for young singers that will build vocal and performance skills through the message of freedom for all. Perfect for honor choirs, MLK concerts and many other types of programs.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Original music to a text by Langston Hughes combine with the old spiritual Oh, Freedom to create a gospel showcase for young singers that will build vocal and performance skills through the message of freedom for all. Perfect for honor choirs, MLK concerts and many other types of programs.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
This celebratory Latin text forms the framework for this gospel flavored work for young voices. The form of the music is ABA leading to a layered section that builds to a dynamic and forte conclusion. Excellent for contest, concert and festival performances! Duration: ca. 3:10.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
This celebratory Latin text forms the framework for this gospel flavored work for young voices. The form of the music is ABA leading to a layered section that builds to a dynamic and forte conclusion. Excellent for contest, concert and festival performances! Duration: ca. 3:10.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
The modal melodies, bluesy piano accompaniment, whispered warnings and layered percussion in this setting of the traditional spiritual create a mysterious atmosphere that dramatically tells the story of the Underground Railroad. Duration: ca. 3:00.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
The modal melodies, bluesy piano accompaniment, whispered warnings and layered percussion in this setting of the traditional spiritual create a mysterious atmosphere that dramatically tells the story of the Underground Railroad. Duration: ca. 3:00.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Two traditional spirituals, The Gospel Train and I'm Gonna Sit at the Welcome Table, are combined in this new arrangement by Dilworth. The train-like piano accompaniment (or ShowTrax CD) propels the vocals to a rousing finish. Performance Time: Approx. 1:40.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and ShowTrax CD.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Now available for young singers in a 2-Part treble voicing, this treasured folk hymn comes alive in this vibrant gospel setting by Rollo Dilworth. An excellent concert opener!
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Now available for young singers in a 2-Part treble voicing, this treasured folk hymn comes alive in this vibrant gospel setting by Rollo Dilworth. An excellent concert opener!
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Introduce your young treble choir to this glorious spiritual with this well-crafted and expressive setting with its steady, walking bass line, gospel harmonies and haunting vocal effects. Powerful words and and a powerful message! Available separately: 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 4:00.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Now available for treble voices! Adapted from the gospel-style interpretation of the hymn, His Eye Is on the Sparrow, originally performed and recorded by the Georgia Mass Choir, this setting is an inspirational choice for gospel, church and concert choirs.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Now available for treble voices! Adapted from the gospel-style interpretation of the hymn, His Eye Is on the Sparrow, originally performed and recorded by the Georgia Mass Choir, this setting is an inspirational choice for gospel, church and concert choirs.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Set in a spirited gospel swing, the traditional African American spiritual is paired with When the Saints Go Marching In. With both songs referencing the chosen number of souls to ascend to heaven and the melodies fitting together as partners, this setting is ideal for developing and strengthening part singing independence.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Set in a spirited gospel swing, the traditional African American spiritual is paired with When the Saints Go Marching In. With both songs referencing the chosen number of souls to ascend to heaven and the melodies fitting together as partners, this setting is ideal for developing and strengthening part singing independence.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Incorporating the spiritual All Night, All Day, this original work by Rollo Dilworth makes a wonderful work for young singers. Easily-learned, the contemporary piano accompaniment makes it especially appealing.Available separately: SSA and 2-Par. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Incorporating the spiritual All Night, All Day, this original work by Rollo Dilworth makes a wonderful work for young singers. Easily-learned, the contemporary piano accompaniment makes it especially appealing.Available separately: SSA and 2-Par. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
In the traditional spiritual Let Me Fly, the chariot is presented as a symbol of freedom. This creative setting for 2-Part treble choirs offers lots of opportunities for musical growth and expression with its steady marching accompaniment, interesting harmonies, strophic variation and well-crafted and accessible vocals.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Often referred to as the Black National Anthem, here is a new arrangement for 2-part treble voices. Young people need to know this song and its importance in American history. Singers of all ages need to sing this song and know this inspirational anthem of faith and hope.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth | Composer: J. Rosamond Johnson
Often referred to as the Black National Anthem, here is a new arrangement for 2-part treble voices. Young people need to know this song and its importance in American history. Singers of all ages need to sing this song and know this inspirational anthem of faith and hope.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth | Composer: J. Rosamond Johnson
A vibrant and rhythmic setting of the traditional Old Testament spiritual, this work relates a narrative that celebrates David's victory over the mighty giant Goliath. An excellent honor choir or concert finale, this selection will showcase your singers at their best! Available separately: SATB, 2-Part. Duration: ca. 2:50.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
A vibrant and rhythmic setting of the traditional Old Testament spiritual, this work relates a narrative that celebrates David's victory over the mighty giant Goliath. An excellent honor choir or concert finale, this selection will showcase your singers at their best! Available separately: SATB, 2-Part. Duration: ca. 2:50.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Here's a refreshing celebration of three African American Spirituals: In That Great Gettin' Up Mornin', Ride Up in the Chariot (Soon-a in the Mornin'), Goin' Home on the Mornin' Train. This solid medley arrangement for young choirs will provide a great concert moment. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
A stately setting of the Southern folk hymn with a pulsating accompaniment and incorporating the traditional spiritual City Called Heaven, this work will provide a rich and rewarding concert experience for singers and audience with its layers of meaning and cultural significance. Inspiring!
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Peacemakers gone before me have left behind a story that teaches us how to live in peace. Commissioned for the 2005 FMEA All State Elementary Chorus, this hope-filled original incorporates the classic spiritual Peace Like a River.Available separately: SAB and 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Set in a medium gospel swing tempo and incorporating the spiritual I'm Gonna Sing, this joyful selection is a powerful concert opener that will energize every program! Performance Time: Approx. 3:10.Available separately: SATB and 2-Part.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Set in a medium gospel swing tempo and incorporating the spiritual I'm Gonna Sing, this joyful selection is a powerful concert opener that will energize every program! Performance Time: Approx. 3:10.Available separately: SATB and 2-Part.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
The traditional American folksong in a fresh new gospel flavored interpretation with bluesy harmonies and an irresistible rhythmic groove will be an expressive choice for all types of concerts! Available separately: SATB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
The traditional American folksong in a fresh new gospel flavored interpretation with bluesy harmonies and an irresistible rhythmic groove will be an expressive choice for all types of concerts! Available separately: SATB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
This traditional spiritual is set in an easy gospel swing with three partner-style melodies that all combine in the final chorus for an audience-pleasing finish! Super easy to learn and lots of fun to sing, it's great for choirs of all levels! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, TBB, 2-Part, Combo parts (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm), ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:40.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
This traditional spiritual is set in an easy gospel swing with three partner-style melodies that all combine in the final chorus for an audience-pleasing finish! Super easy to learn and lots of fun to sing, it's great for choirs of all levels! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, TBB, 2-Part, Combo parts (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm), ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:40.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Rollo Dilworth is rapidly rising in the world of choral music and this arrangement demonstrates why! Contemporary harmonies, a dynamic piano accompaniment and well-written vocals in this original work which incorporates Oh! What a Beautiful City all combine for a fantastic result. Available: 3-Part Mixed and 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Available separately: SATB, SSA, 2-Part. Duration: ca. 3:20.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Available separately: SATB, SSA, 2-Part. Duration: ca. 3:20.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
The Colorado Trail is an Americancowboy song and it is a real trail stretching from Denver, through the Rocky Mountains, and ending near the town of Durango. If you travel this trail from beginning to end it requires strength and perseverance and the travelers will be weary by the time they reach the end. All of these conditions are reflected in the beautiful word painting of this arrangement.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
The Colorado Trail is an Americancowboy song and it is a real trail stretching from Denver, through the Rocky Mountains, and ending near the town of Durango. If you travel this trail from beginning to end it requires strength and perseverance and the travelers will be weary by the time they reach the end. All of these conditions are reflected in the beautiful word painting of this arrangement.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Two folksongs from different origins are expertly paired in this setting that is ideal for younger or less experienced choirs. Gospel harmonies and an underlying rhythmic groove add contemporary flair! Duration: ca. 3:20.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Two traditional spirituals are creatively combined in this joyful setting. You can hear the wheel turning in the piano accompaniment and an optional descant at the end adds to the exuberance! Includes: There's a Little Wheel A-Turnin', Ezekiel Saw the Wheel.Available separately: 2-Part. Duration: ca. 2:50.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
Two traditional spirituals are creatively combined in this joyful setting. You can hear the wheel turning in the piano accompaniment and an optional descant at the end adds to the exuberance! Includes: There's a Little Wheel A-Turnin', Ezekiel Saw the Wheel.Available separately: 2-Part. Duration: ca. 2:50.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
The steady rhythms of the traditional spiritual form the framework for this arrangement that will showcase your young singers in concert, in worship and for many special community performances as well. Rich gospel harmonies and powerful lyrics will create an inspirational impact!
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth
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