Rosephanye Powell

Energetic and upbeat, this creative new setting by the very talented Rosephanye Powell is delightful! Singable and well worth the effort, this one will really raise the roof!

Based on a Nigerian folk song, this exciting a cappella work features layered repetitive patterns over African percussion. Ideal for many types of programs, this flexible work can also be used as a pr...

Commissioned in celebration of Philip Brunelle's 40th year as organist/choirmaster of Plymouth Congregational Church, Rosephanye Powell once again displays her exhilarating craftsmanship. The joyful r...

Jetzt für Männerstimmen erhältlich! 'Sorida' ist eine afrikanische Begrüßung in der Shona-Sprache in Simbabwe, ähnlich wie 'Shalom' auf Hebräisch oder 'Jambo' auf Suaheli. Ein Originalwerk mit Percuss...

Jetzt für Männerstimmen erhältlich! 'Sorida' ist eine afrikanische Begrüßung in der Shona-Sprache in Simbabwe, ähnlich wie 'Shalom' auf Hebräisch oder 'Jambo' auf Suaheli. Ein Originalwerk mit Percuss...

The traditional sound of the male glee club is at the forefront with this brilliant setting of a text by Robert Louis Stevenson composed for the 125th anniversary of the University of Pittsburgh Men's...

The traditional sound of the male glee club is at the forefront with this brilliant setting of a text by Robert Louis Stevenson composed for the 125th anniversary of the University of Pittsburgh Men's...

First written for SSAA voices and commissioned for the ACDA National Convention in New York, Rosephanye Powell brought her classic style to this beloved spiritual. Husband William has revoiced it for...

The Word Was God by Rosephanye Powell, arranged by William Powell for TTBB choir.

Commissioned by the American Guild of Organists for their 2012 convention, here is the first major work from the pen of Rosephanye Powell. With text from the Book of Jeremiah, the four movements follo...

Commissioned by the American Guild of Organists for their 2012 convention, here is the first major work from the pen of Rosephanye Powell. With text from the Book of Jeremiah, the four movements follo...

This thoughtful arrangement of the well-known spiritual 'Somebody's knockin' at yo' do' was originally published as part of the collection Spirituals for Upper Voices. The two vocal lines are eminentl...

This thoughtful arrangement of the well-known spiritual 'Somebody's knockin' at yo' do'' was originally published as part of the collection Spirituals for Upper Voices. The two vocal lines are eminent...

Sorida is a term of greeting in the Shona language of Zimbabwe, Africa, similar to 'shalom' in Hebrew or 'jambo' in Swahili. This original work features percussion, layered vocal patterns, and a joyfu...

Adapted from a Bantu folksong, this gently teasing song translates as I love you, but you do not love me. How is that? If you do not love me, you had better tell me so. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50....

This West African folksong is arranged as a call and response easily mastered by all choirs. Suggested African percussion is included and could be enhanced with body percussion and simple movements.

This Caribbean folk song is an irresistible change of pace that makes light of man's inability to please a woman. Features a soloist and optional Latin percussion. In the interest of fairness, an SSAA...

Rosephanye Powell is known for her ability to bring earthy, rhythmic ostinato patterns to a classical level, and she has done it again with this one. Commissioned and composed for the National Women's...

This new setting of the traditional Latin text is a perfect teaching piece for women's choirs. The strong piano accompaniment combined with tender vocal lines creates much opportunity for musical expr...

Psalm 42 is the inspiration for this breathtaking work from Rosephanye Powell. Strong vocal lines coupled with an arresting piano accompaniment provide multiple opportunities for musical expression.

This exciting new setting for SSA voices begins with Swing Low, Sweet Chariot followed by Deep River then Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen. It then gloriously combines all three melodies to Glory, h...

This in an outstanding collection of twelve African-American spirituals arranged for upper voices. Rosephanye and William C. Powell have collaborated with some of the most talented and respected spiri...

The words of Langston Hughes resound more today than ever for justice, truth and freedom. Rosephanye Powell has selected 3 poems by Mr. Hughes and set them to music: 1. I Dream a World, 2. To Sit and...