Jay Althouse

Inspired by the much-revered spiritual tradition, this original a cappella piece recounts the biblical story of the Great Flood. On its third attempt, Noah's dove returned with an olive branch, signal...

Inspired by the much-revered spiritual tradition, this original a cappella piece recounts the biblical story of the Great Flood. On its third attempt, Noah's dove returned with an olive branch, signal...

A powerful combination of two spirituals (Great Day and In That Great, Gettin' Up Mornin') in the classic choral tradition. Big dynamic contrasts and excellent voice leading (both Jay Althouse tradema...

It's a sensitive and elegant setting of America's favorite folk melody. Opens with a haunting piano figure followed by a soprano solo (or section). Features an a cappella section with a harmonization...

It's a sensitive and elegant setting of America's favorite folk melody. Opens with a haunting piano figure followed by a soprano solo (or section). Features an a cappella section with a harmonization...

It's a sensitive and elegant setting of America's favorite folk melody. Opens with a haunting piano figure followed by a soprano solo (or section). Features an a cappella section with a harmonization...

Jay Althouse hat diesen Folksong der Appalachen wunderbar in ein atemberaubendes Chorstück verwandelt.

Jay Althouse hat diesen Folksong der Appalachen wunderbar in ein atemberaubendes Chorstück verwandelt.

Originally published in The Social Harp in 1855, this revivalist song has become deeply woven into the American folk music tradition. A powerful and insistent rhythmic foundation is laid by the low vo...

Originally published in The Social Harp in 1855, this revivalist song has become deeply woven into the American folk music tradition. A powerful and insistent rhythmic foundation is laid by the low vo...

This regal a cappella Latin setting begins on a unison pitch that quickly blossoms into resplendent four-part harmony. Sensible voice leading and conservative intervals encourage good intonation even...

This regal a cappella Latin setting begins on a unison pitch that quickly blossoms into resplendent four-part harmony. Sensible voice leading and conservative intervals encourage good intonation even...

This regal a cappella Latin setting begins on a unison pitch that quickly blossoms into resplendent four-part harmony. Sensible voice leading and conservative intervals encourage good intonation even...

This regal a cappella Latin setting begins on a unison pitch that quickly blossoms into resplendent four-part harmony. Sensible voice leading and conservative intervals encourage good intonation even...

The national anthem belongs in the library of every choir, sacred or secular, as you never know when your choir may be called up to sing it. Jay Althouse has crafted a singable arrangement especially...

Here is a bright, exuberant anthem proclaiming 'glory to God' suitable for many uses throughout the church year. A rhythmic pulse is the most prominent feature of the opening melody with a contrasting...

This is a reflective and beautiful meditation, which is perfect for use during communion. Arranged for SATB voices a cappella.

This may be the most exciting Christmas sprirtual Jay Althouse has ever written. It opens with the basses asking, in a hushed, rhythmic melody, 'Who's that baby in a manger bed?' The text is classic s...

What a great new Christmas spiritual! It's the perfect a cappella number for your choir: the simple harmonies and rhythmic pulse propel this piece from beginning to end. Features dynamic contrasts, a...

New for TTBB! One of the best in a long line of exuberant, original, a cappella Christmas spirituals by Jay Althouse. It opens with an energetic melody sung by the low voice with the upper three voice...

Now your men's choir can enjoy this energetic seasonal spiritual by Jay Althouse which has been popular with mixed choruses for years. All of the rhythmic intensity and captivating a cappella harmonie...

Now available for men's choirs, this exciting original Althouse Christmas spiritual opens with the basses stating a rhythmic theme, followed by the middle voices and finally the top. The three verses...

The strength of this steady, walking-tempo spiritual comes from the powerful dynamic contrasts and solid choral writing. Features brief descant-style female solos. The optional hand drum adds a rhythm...

Look up, children, there's a star in the sky. A new and exciting a cappella Christmas spiritual featuring a driving rhythmic pulse. The subdued middle section incorporates 'Rise Up, Shepherd, and Foll...