Rollo Dilworth : When Our Voices Rise

Rollo Dilworth's distinctive artistry is on full display in this soul-stirring original composition. Paired with additional lyrics from the traditional spiritual Walk Together Children, Dilworth's text is a fountain of inspiration and a testament to the beauty and bravery that can be found in unity. Powerful harmonies and a showstopping piano accompaniment make When Our Voices Rise a tour-de-force worthy of any concert.

Composer: Rollo Dilworth

Deriving from a combination of two African American spirituals, Rise, Shine, for Thy Light Is A-Comin' and This Little Light of Mine this work for treble voices is a wonderful weaving of elements of both. Ideal showcase for all types of concert and festival programming!

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

This Freedom Song was sung as an anthem of protest during the Civil Rights Movement to spread the message of faith, determination and perseverance of the people who sang them. The composer has combined this with original music to the words of the Langston Hughes poem Words Like Freedom to create a wonderful showcase for treble voices.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

This arrangement of the traditional spiritual is set in a style that includes elements of both the spiritual and gospel genres. It uses modulation and word painting to evoke the concept of climbing the mountain.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed and 3-Part Treble. Performance Time: Approx. 3:40.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

This arrangement of the traditional spiritual is set in a style that includes elements of both the spiritual and gospel genres. It uses modulation and word painting to evoke the concept of climbing the mountain.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed and 3-Part Treble. Performance Time: Approx. 3:40.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

The famous text of Charles A. Tindley's hymn The Storm Is Passing Over forms the lyric framework for this powerful setting marked by sturdy gospel harmonies, a confident piano accompaniment and strong vocal articulation.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Building on the heritage of the great arrangements of Hairston and Hogan, Rollo Dilworth creates his own unique approach in this setting for treble voices. Through layering of motivic material, and percussive effects in the lyrics, elements of jazz, blues and gospel music combine to great success in portraying Elijah's dramatic ascension into heaven.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

This vibrant setting of the favorite spiritual for treble voices will shine in performance with its crisp rhythms, call and response phrases and unexpected harmonic turns. Not to be missed!

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Your singers will develop important expressive skills in this setting of two traditional spirituals, Walk Together, Children and There's Going To Be a Meeting Here Tonight, that combine in an uplifting celebration of emotion and joy. Your singers will be instructed in the history of these songs and how they impacted the struggle for freedom. Perform with piano or the optional instrumental ensemble.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Your singers will develop important expressive skills in this setting of two traditional spirituals, Walk Together, Children and There's Going To Be a Meeting Here Tonight, that combine in an uplifting celebration of emotion and joy. Your singers will be instructed in the history of these songs and how they impacted the struggle for freedom. Perform with piano or the optional instrumental ensemble.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Throughout their history, African American spirituals have been sung in a variety of contexts, from plantation fields to places of worship to concert halls. The genre has served the purpose of communicating messages of faith, hope, inspiration, equality and freedom. This setting has special significance related to the Civil Rights Movement and the struggle for justice and equality.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Throughout their history, African American spirituals have been sung in a variety of contexts, from plantation fields to places of worship to concert halls. The genre has served the purpose of communicating messages of faith, hope, inspiration, equality and freedom. This setting has special significance related to the Civil Rights Movement and the struggle for justice and equality.

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

Your choirs will enjoy singing this gospel-inspired setting of the much-loved Psalm 121. Opportunities to teach vocal blend abound.

Composer: Rollo Dilworth

Your choirs will enjoy singing this gospel-inspired setting of the much-loved Psalm 121. Opportunities to teach vocal blend abound.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth | Composer: Rollo Dilworth

This spirited telling of the story of Jonah is sure to be a favorite of singers young and old alike. The strong accompaniment helps support the energetic vocal lines as they recall the three days and nights that changed Jonah forever.Available separately: SATB, SSA and TTB. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

This spirited telling of the story of Jonah is sure to be a favorite of singers young and old alike. The strong accompaniment helps support the energetic vocal lines as they recall the three days and nights that changed Jonah forever.Available separately: SATB, SSA and TTB. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00

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

Place the words of the poet Paul Laurence Dunbar into the mouths and minds of your young singers in this gospel-style original that will fill your concert with love and harmony. Well-written vocal and piano parts ensure success!

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Of the many genres of the American folk song traditions, the work song and the railroad song are two of the most common. These were often sung during times of travel as a means of passing time but also as a means of lifting spirits. This example offers hope along with a solid example of the style so important in American folk song history.

Composer: Rollo Dilworth

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 in harmony 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

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Here is a majestic anthem in celebration of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to one's purpose and destiny. With a text by celebrated poet, author and activist Maya Angelou, composer Rollo Dilworth has written a piece for the 2021 ACDA National SSAA High School/Collegiate Honor Choir that is both inspirational and worthy of our best treble voices.

Composer: Rollo Dilworth

Here is a majestic anthem in celebration of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to one's purpose and destiny. With a text by celebrated poet, author and activist Maya Angelou, composer Rollo Dilworth has written a piece for the 2021 ACDA National SSAA High School/Collegiate Honor Choir that is both inspirational and worthy of our best treble voices.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth | Composer: Rollo Dilworth

Written for the Sing a Mile High Choral Festival, this original work includes elements of both the spiritual and gospel genres and incorporates the traditional spiritual By and By. Layered vocal lines, dynamic contrasts, rhythmic vitality and articulation convey the message of the song, that perseverance and hard work will win the victory.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Another gem from one of today's preeminent arrangers of spirituals, Rollo Dilworth. Dilworth uses his signature style of textural layering, jazz/blues harmony, and vocal articulations to set this well-known tune. Available for both SATB and SSA voicings.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Another gem from one of today's preeminent arrangers of spirituals, Rollo Dilworth. Dilworth uses his signature style of textural layering, jazz/blues harmony, and vocal articulations to set this well-known tune. Available for both SATB and SSA voicings.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

This modern take on the classic Psalm 23 text is nothing short of inspired! Music and text unite perfectly, with unique chord progressions and lush harmonies.

Composer: Rollo Dilworth

This modern take on the classic Psalm 23 text is nothing short of inspired! Music and text unite perfectly, with unique chord progressions and lush harmonies.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth | Composer: Rollo Dilworth

Deriving from a combination of two African American spirituals, Rise, Shine, for Thy Light Is A-Comin' and This Little Light of Mine this work for treble voices is a wonderful weaving of elements of both. Ideal showcase for all types of concert and festival programming!

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

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

Like the title says, this one really swings! Excitement abounds as Swing Low, Sweet Chariot is given new life in this energetic arrangement.Available separately: SATB, SAB and SSA. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

This gospel-flavored work is a setting of lyrics by famed Harlem Renaissance composer/poet James Rosamund Johnson, depicting the power of music to change darkness to light and sadness to joy. A wonderful selection for combined choirs and festival performances!

Composer: Rollo Dilworth

Based on a traditional spiritual, with additional words and music by Rollo Dilworth, this compelling work will be a hit with your younger choirs. Layered, rhythmic vocal lines and a gospel flavored accompaniment give this work special appeal.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed and 3-Part Treble. Performance Time: Approx. 4:30.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

This spiritual tells the story of Moses leading the Israelites to safety through the parted waters of the Red Sea. This arrangement, set in a flowing 6/8 meter, features gospel and jazz style harmonies in ways that depict the wading motion of the melodic lines and rhythmic patterns.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

This spiritual tells the story of Moses leading the Israelites to safety through the parted waters of the Red Sea. This arrangement, set in a flowing 6/8 meter, features gospel and jazz style harmonies in ways that depict the wading motion of the melodic lines and rhythmic patterns.

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Rollo Dilworth at his best! A powerful piano part coupled with strong choral writing makes this a perfect closer for all-state and honor choirs. Not to be missed!

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Rollo Dilworth at his best! A powerful piano part coupled with strong choral writing makes this a perfect closer for all-state and honor choirs. Not to be missed!

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth

Maya Angelou's immortal text is cared for, developed and placed into a worthy gospel treatise by the choral great Rollo Dilworth!

Composer: Rollo Dilworth

Maya Angelou's immortal text is cared for, developed and placed into a worthy gospel treatise by the choral great Rollo Dilworth!

Arranger: Rollo Dilworth | Composer: Rollo Dilworth