Mark Hayes Chornoten

The 'healing river' is a symbolic metaphor of God's never-ending grace and mercy, pouring forth as it awakes and flourishes on the dry and parched land. This powerful prayer for healing, justice and m...

The text, based on the Beatitudes, is beautifully supported throughout by a flowing keyboard accompaniment. The refrain is a prayer proclaiming: 'Lead me, Lord, by the light of truth to seek and to fi...

Based on the theme of music and celebrating the hope and joy it brings, this energetic spiritual reminds us that everywhere we go music is in the air!

This dynamic song written by Jeffrey LaValley back in 1985 is given a full gospel treatment by the incomparable hands of Mark Hayes. Easily learned and memorized, this gospel song is filled with prais...

This meaningful Christmas ballad written in 1990 has maintained its popularity for three decades with its rich poetry and imagery. This setting for SATB choirs and orchestra is ideal for Christmas con...

This Christmas hymn is exquisitely arranged for SATB choir with an optional woodwind quintet that further enhances the charm and elegance of this melodious setting. The poetic text retells the story i...

This gospel blockbuster is given full authentic treatment featuring masterful vocal writing and richly harmonic piano accompaniment. Choirs will enjoy delivering this passionate prayer to 'walk worthy...

Mark Hayes is at his best in this gospel rock idiom and his arrangement of this well-known spiritual exuding celebration and joy is no exception! The syncopated rhythms are very singable and well-supp...