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A quote from 'Swing Low, Sweet Chariot' opens this gospel original with soulful style before breaking into a full-blown spiritual celebration! The energized and syncopated chorus is a strong hook desi...

Something special for Hanukkah, a wish for peace throughout the year is the centerpiece. The melody is sung in unison before appearing in echo format, making this gentle choral ballad ideal for those...

A unique arrangement of one of the all-time great friendship songs. . . unique because it can be performed with a swing beat OR with even eighth notes. The straightforward treatment means it's easy-to...

A stirring text combined with solid choral writing make this an ideal choice for concerts and festivals. Perfect for massed choirs or for any size choir. Starts small, builds, and then ends quietly: '...

A garden serves as a symbolic metaphor about nurturing a meaningful life in this tender choral by Jay Althouse. Lyrical lines, warm harmonies, and sensitive phrasing garner a beautiful bouquet of musi...

A solo voice opens this moving anthem of individuality that doubles as a celebration of music. When all the voices join, singers echo warm phrases from part to part and build to an important realizati...

A wonderful teaching piece for young singers. The melodies are easy so you can focus on choral techniques such as a clear vocal tone, phrasing, and diction. It's a quick-learn, jubilant piece written...

Great lyrics that describe the friendships being built among students of this age group. Your groups will be singing this all year long. 'I like vanilla. And I like chocolate. But that doesn't matter...

This fun-packed arrangement includes new, updated lyrics. Use the Alfred SoundTrax CD. Featured on 'On with the Show!' video, #21799.

An exciting choral work mixing traditional Latin with a fresh, new English text. The strong rhythmic pulse of the opening and closing melody contrasts with a chant-like middle section. For choirs of a...

An easy-to-teach arrangement of a great, standard song recently sung by Bette Midler in the movie 'Beaches. ' The lazy, swing tempo arrangement highlights the conversational nature of the text. . . gr...

Another great, original spiritual from Jay Althouse. Teach the refrain first and you'll find your singers can't wait to learn the rest of the piece. In just a rehearsal or two, they'll sound great and...

An exceptional song of brotherhood skillfully arranged by Jay Althouse. Opens with an optional alto solo and builds with strong choral writing, closing with a soft, final statement of the title. Use i...

This Haunting Scottish folk song tells the story of a long-forgotten rebellion against the British with a beautiful text by Robert Louis Stevenson. It's both touching and dramatic, as unison writing a...

Jay Althouse told us he thought Marta Keen's HOMEWARD BOUND was one of the finest pieces he's ever arranged. And we think it might be one of Jay's best arrangements. The haunting, folk-like melody ope...

Introducing a new voicing of this classic song by Sally Albrecht and Jay Althouse. Reminiscent of an Irish folk song, this solid choral piece sounds as great in men's voices as it does in the formerly...

Who wouldn't love to sing a spirited rendition of this American classic? And with this Rock and Roll arrangement featuring additional, satirical text by Jay Althouse, it's more fun than ever. Your guy...

So fetch a bucket of water, boys, there's fire down below! Yo ho!

Memorable music and a moving text combine flawlessly in this inspiring choral work, encouraging singers to let their song be heard. Appropriate for graduation or anytime of year. A stirring violin obb...

With an optional part for snare drum, this original spiritual features a steady walking-tempo and an uplifting text. 'When we cross that river to the other side, what a meeting it will be.'

Fresh-sounding harmonies and a rich accompaniment drive this powerful arrangement to a majestic and dramatic finish. Sure to be a holiday concert highlight.

A rich accompaniment and fresh-sounding harmonies drive this powerful arrangement to a dramatic and majestic finish. A holiday highlight for school and church.

Jay's particularly folky accompaniment features a jaunty piano with optional bass and percussion. Fully arranged with new harmonic and rhythmic content on each subsequent verse. Rollicking and fun, 'd...

This glorious processional will create an impressive opening at your holiday concert or worship service. Modal harmonies and open intervals are not difficult to sing, but capture the sound of the seas...

An easy-to-learn Alleluia setting by Jay Althouse for your developing choir. Highlighted with comfortable ranges and simple harmonies, this is an excellent choice for an additional selection that won'...