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Practical, timeless advice abounds in this jaunty contemporary choral with texts lifted from Renaissance-era poetry and a translation of ancient verse. The opening melody winds around the tonic triad...

It's back to the 50's with this slow rock ballad that's perfect for your winter concerts. It's not a Christmas piece, so it's suitable for any secular winter-time concert. Jay Althouse cleverly mixes...

The perfect 3-part choice for middle school and junior high choirs, Headed for the Promised Land is an exciting spiritual with a limited-range men's part. The chorus opens with a pyramid of sound that...

Jay Althouse sagte uns, dass er Marta Keens HOMEWARD BOUND für eines der besten Stücke hält, die er je arrangiert hat. Und wir denken, es könnte eines von Jays besten Arrangements sein. Die eindringli...

Beautiful choral work in the style of an English folk song. Soaring melodies, gorgeous harmonies with much movement in the inner voices. Text is touching.

This lovely ballad translates beautifully to the choral medium. Jay Althouse's sensitive arrangement opens with a beautiful eight measure alto line which may be sung by a soloist or the section. From...

Turn back the clock with this fun-filled, slow-rockin' 50's style piece which spoofs a holiday off-again, on-again romance and ends with the singers not alone beneath the mistletoe. The SoundTrax Cass...

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...

Close your next concert in style with this great patriotic original by Jay Althouse and Sally Albrecht. Scored for band with optional chorus, this arragement features a fresh treatment of American in...

An easy yet touching piece with a meaningful text: 'Light a candle, hold a sign of hope in your hand. ' Opening statement of the melody may be performed by a male/female duet. Basic choral writing, qu...

What an idea! Bach's famous 'Minuet in G' with a Dona nobis pacem, 'peace' text. Easily and quickly learned by any age choir. Simple and supportive piano accompaniment. Straightfoward choral writing c...

Hot new choral version of an American classic appropriate for school use. Rhythmic accompaniment, exciting harmonies, but voice writing is not difficult.

Here's an original work in the style of an English folk song with a simple text sentiment: 'I have traveled sea and mountain' but now 'I am coming home. ' Easy piano accompaniment and vocal lines, yet...

You will not find a more hauntingly beautiful piece for your December concerts than this one. The text ('In December we remember our traditions new and old.') focuses on the candle, used as a symbol f...

This outstanding work has a multitude of uses: Music in our Schools Month, music advocacy, graduation, concert opener. But you might sing it simply because it's a beautiful 'music' song that will touc...

Captivating in its simplicity, this folk-like melody is arranged simply in a classic, folk song style by Jay Althouse. The piano accompaniment is simple, yet supportive of the singers. What a sentimen...

A simple piano introduction opens this melodic masterpiece: 'I may wander far and wide with the stars my only guide, but I will find my way back home. ' The sentiment is as touching as the music, whic...

No nation better represents the mixing of 'world' music than Brazil, and the pure harmonies and silky melodies of its pop music have never gone out of style. Jay Althouse recreates this Brazilian feel...

A concert opener your audiences (and singers) will remember for years to come. It's the ultimate Broadway-style, 2-beat blockbuster. Jay Althouse throws in everything but the kitchen sink on this one....

Jay Althouse follows up his cross-cultural ¡Cantar! with another exciting choral work in Afro-Cuban style. The text (mostly in English, except for two brief Spanish phrases) reminds us that music is e...

With all the scintillating energy of Cuba in the 1960's, La Música is a hot, hot, hot number from contemporary composer Jay Althouse. Built upon a hypnotic rhythmic pulse, smooth Latin harmonies, and...

An Armenian mother sings an impassioned lullaby to her child as they 'sail away to the arms of America' to start life anew in the land of their dreams. So effective, so emotional that there won't be a...

Emphasize the importance of caring for the world's children with this beautiful ballad that carries a timely message. 'Share with them a love of life; show them how to care children everywhere'. Poign...

Emphasize the importance of caring for the world's children with this beautiful ballad that carries a timely message. 'Share with them a love of life; show them how to care'àchildren everywhere. Poign...

This adaptation of an American folk hymn has a fascinating text: 'Sun don't set in the mornin',' and 'Water don't rise when the stars glow.' But, ultimately, 'light shines over the world.' A haunting...