Sheet Music Downloads by Jay Althouse

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...

New for TBB voices! Jay's crystal clear arrangement begins tenderly, pensively, (with optional solos) then grows and grows to a powerful finish. The universal call for world peace is as relevant today...

New for TBB voices! Jay's crystal clear arrangement begins tenderly, pensively, (with optional solos) then grows and grows to a powerful finish. The universal call for world peace is as relevant today...

A light, swinging, Jay Althouse arrangement of a Duke Ellington 'standard. ' Features accessible voice leading and some simple scat syllables. . . but no vocal improvisation. Accessible voice leading....

A light, swinging, Jay Althouse arrangement of a Duke Ellington 'standard. ' Features accessible voice leading and some simple scat syllables. . . but no vocal improvisation. Accessible voice leading....

Jay Althouse has put together a trio of jazz tunes for young choirs. It opens with a light swing number, followed by a traditional vocal jazz ballad, and closes with a tight, up tempo chart reminiscen...

An exceptional arrangement of the traditional African-American folk song pertaining to the Big Dipper (the 'Drinking Gourd') and how it points north t freedom. Features solid choral writing with a hau...

A touching ballad of parting, benediction-like, in the tradition of an Irish blessing. Basic choral writing. . . use it to teach phrasing, diction, or virtually any choral technique. The ideal concert...

Here is a meaningful song of peace and brotherhood with a strong message, logical vocal writing, and a powerful ending. It starts mezzo-piano, with opening solos, then it builds to finish. InstruPax i...

This gentle song of parting is in the style of a benediction or Irish blessing, with each verse ending, 'Go forth with a song.' Optional soprano descant. Ideal as a concert closer, especially at sprin...

This piece opens with a quiet optional solo for any voice, builds with a powerful message ('We must do it for the children: save the earth.') then ends as gently and quietly as it began, with another...

Flashlights covered with red, green, and gold tissue paper or cellophane make wonderful enexpected props for this multi-holiday choral feature. Use Sally's staging suggestions (included in the publica...

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...

An exuberant concert work featuring a secular text combining Latin and English. Strong choral writing will make your choir sound its best. Includes descant for soprano and tenor.

An emotional and electrifying new arrangement of a classic American work, with your choice of accompaniment options, including full concert band. Fine choral writing is the hallmark of this work, with...

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...

Opens with a quiet statement of the melody (may be performed by male and female soloists), builds with an inspiring message ('One small step bringing us all a little bit closer. '), then ends as gentl...

Outstanding ballad of peace and brotherhood: if we all work together we can build a bridge of peace and harmony. A quick-learn piece for general use, graduation.

This subtle and lovely choral work is designed to close your December concerts. Simple blessing for the holiday season incorporates the famous 'Dona Nobis Pacem' canon.

Useful concert closer for any time of year. 'Go with a song in your heart. Go with music in your soul.' Optional narration can be custumized.

A unique concert work featuring a combination Latin/Spanish text. The vocal parts are rhythmic yet not difficult; the piano accompaniment provides the excitement. Includes a powerful 16-measure speech...

Here's an island style piecee which humorously encourages an impending hurricane to 'go away. ' It's simple, easy, and fun for 2-part choral groups of all ages.