Jay Althouse

Who can resist this classic movie theme from Casablanca, one of the most famousmotion pictures of all time? This rich arrangement, equally appropriate for jazz, show, and concert choirs, features opti...

This popular torch song was originally composed for Ella Fitzgerald, but ended up being dropped from the film Pete Kelly's Blues. She would eventually record it six years later, but in the meantime, a...

What a great pair of songs from the legendary Broadway musical 42nd Street. Bette Midler made 'Lullaby of Broadway' a hit in the 1970s, but it's been around since the golden era of Hollywood. Jay's ar...

It's the ultimate 'friends' song from the musical Gypsy, arranged in an accessible style for today's choirs. 'Wherever we go, whatever we do, we're gonna go through it together. ' Great for spring and...

'Ask me to sing, and I'll give you a part of my soul. Ask me to sing, and I feel happy and hopeful and whole.' Powerful as an opener, closer, or for a combined choir concert, this inspirational contem...

The James Bond films have always had distinctive music, and the instantly recognizable theme originally premiered in the film Dr. No. Now Jay has cleverly added scat syllables so that choirs can enjoy...

'Ask me to sing, and I'll give you a part of my soul. Ask me to sing, and I feel happy and hopeful and whole.' Powerful as an opener, closer, or for a combined choir concert, this inspirational contem...

What a great pair of songs from the legendary Broadway musical 42nd Street. Bette Midler made 'Lullaby of Broadway' a hit in the 1970s, but it's been around since the golden era of Hollywood. Jay's ar...

Here's a driving, rock version of the Hank Williams classic. From the opening measure it'll knock your socks off. Strong, easy-to-learn choral parts and a rockin' piano accompaniment are the stars her...

This 1964 gospel-style tune by legendary R&B singer-songwriter Sam Cooke has found new life in today's pop world. Both Seal (on his Soul album) and American Idol's Adam Lambert have hit recordings. 'I...

Originally performed by Jackie Wilson in 1967, this classic pop hit (inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame) has been covered by many famous artists such as Otis Redding, Bette Midler, and Bruce Spring...

We celebrate a joyful sight: our future shining bright tonight. It's reflected in our children's eyes. This stirring new inspirational choral was recently premiered at the Macy's 4th of July televised...

Singer Mel Tormé called 'Dream' 'the national anthem for group singers. ' It's been recorded by everyone from Frank Sinatra to George Shearing, and is the quintessential vocal group number. The vocal...

This 1964 gospel-style tune by legendary R&B singer-songwriter Sam Cooke has found new life in today's pop world. Both Seal (on his Soul album) and American Idol's Adam Lambert have hit recordings. 'I...

An impassioned salute to the value of music in our lives. Perform it at any public or community event. Great concert opener, closer, or theme song.

It's a '50s hit parade! Grab a jukebox and some poodle skirts, and let the good times roll! Enjoy 7 minutes of good, clean, rock-and-roll '50s fun!

Pay tribute to legendary recording artist Whitney Houston, who made this song an international hit in 1986. First popularized by George Benson in the 1977 Mohammed Ali biopic The Greatest.

The ultimate music-themed opener/closer for concert and festival programs! A tuneful hook and full choral writing pay tribute to the art of song.

An a cappella spiritual arrangement in the classic tradition. Opens with the basses singing a repetitive pattern followed by the other voices entering with the main melody. Solid, homophonic choral wr...

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...

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...

This varied trio of charts offers stunning, tight, and tasty harmonies for a smashing a cappella performance. Perform separately or as a set!

An evocative a cappella work, this original piece captures the quiet wonder of a winter night in crystalline choral harmony. Shifting meters, textures, and tempos depict the changing landscape, from g...

An exceptional arrangement of an American standard in a classic, concert-choral style. Jay's arrangement opens and closes with a brief, lush, a cappella setting. In between are beautiful harmonies and...

Amerikanische Originalausgabe der schier unerschöpflichen Quelle für Chorleiter und Musiklehrer, die auf der Suche nach neuen Aufwärm- und Einsingübungen sind. Zugeschnitten auf die Bedürfnisse von Ki...