This edition was prepared by Christian Herbst — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
I'm gonna sing
Staff Notation • Sacred, Spirituals
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Andre van Ryckeghem
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I'm gonna sing — Lyrics
I'm gonna sing when the Spirit says sing,
and obey the Spirit of the Lord.
I'm gonna pray when the Spirit says pray,
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About I'm gonna sing
This arrangement of the well-known spiritual I'm gonna sing opens with a sense of joyful anticipation. The SATB voices enter in dialogue, imitating each other with rhythmic vitality before uniting in fuller harmonies. The music captures the fervent spirit of the text, expressing a deep-seated urge to sing, pray, and shout in obedience to the Spirit. The composer ensures each voice part has melodic interest, creating a vibrant texture that builds to powerful climaxes. This setting is an engaging and uplifting exploration of a familiar spiritual, ideal for a choir seeking a piece with both energy and heartfelt expression.
