Julliard-trained pianist, composer, arranger, vocal coach, and educator Jacqueline Hairston presents a soulful gift to violinists with this collection of spirituals arrangedspecially for the instrument. While notated in classical style, Hairston encourages improvisation and bending of notes, with a flexible piano accompaniment. Some familiarsongs included are: ""Swing Low,"" ""Wade in the Water,"" and ""Nobody Knows the Trouble I See, Lord."" For advanced players.