21 Gospel Musical Theatre Songs – By Vocal Type
Are you looking for a soulful and uplifting showtune to elevate your next project or performance? Then take a look at this list of gospel musical theatre songs, perfect for showcasing powerful vocals, sorted by vocal type to help you find the perfect fit.
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Altos
“Are You a Believer?” – Ghost
“Day by Day” – Godspell
“Hell No!” – The Color Purple
“There’s Only One Way to End Your Prayers” – Nunsense II
Baritones/Basses
“Free At Last” – Big River
“Gonna Build a Mountain” – Stop the World – I Want to Get Off
“Love Thy Neighbor” – The Prom
“The World Is Comin’ to a Start” – Purlie
Contras
“Blow, Gabriel, Blow” – Anything Goes
“I Know Where I’ve Been” – Hairspray
“Prayer of the Comfort Counselor” – The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
“Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat” – Guys and Dolls
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Mezzos/Sopranos
“Bless The Lord” – Godspell
“Mabel’s Prayer” – Fame
“Set Those Sails” – In Trousers
“These Eyes of Mine” – Grind
“You Can’t Get to Heaven” – The Life
Tenors
“Brotherhood of Man” – How to Succeed in Business
“River Jordan” – The Civil War
“Run, Freedom, Run!” – Urinetown
“The Gospel According to Shrdlu” – Adding Machine
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Which of these gospel musical theatre songs are your favorite?
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Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip, author of The Thespian’s Bucket List, and creator of The Cast Album List. She holds a BA in theatre and a TESOL drama certificate, with experience working and interning in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.