Cut from the same cloth as the great traditional spirituals, this riveting original boasts unwavering rhythmic intensity, gripping minor key sonorities, and a tenacious, meaningful text. Presented in a musical form that builds and builds to the big finish!

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: John Parker

Masterfully crafted with a traditional harmonization, this piece is an eloquent showcase for mixed or men's choirs. The addition of the SoundPax instrumentation (strings, flute, and percussion) will make the arrangement shimmer. A gorgeous treatment of an American classic.

Arranger: Keith Christopher

Now available for men's voices, the haunting melody of this top-seller has been recorded by everyone from Charlotte Church to Andrea Bocelli, and no wonder: it's gorgeous. The harmonies are lush and unexpected for a 16th century piece. The voice writing is straightforward, with no surprises: Patrick Liebergen lets the beautiful melody and harmonies speak for themselves. The piano accompaniment is supportive and an optional flute part is included. Appropriate for school or church use, year round.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: Giulio Caccini

A plaintive opening expands into lush four-part harmony in this compelling a cappella concert selection. Meditative and earnest, Sally's glorious setting of the prayerful text will inspire your finest singers.

Composer: Sally K. Albrecht

You've heard this famous spiritual before, but wait until you hear it in the skillful hands of Mark Hayes! The piano part offers a fun-filled adventure---challenging, yet doable. The choral parts are so compelling that choir members will beg to sing them again and again. Listeners will be hard pressed to sit quietly in their seats when these walls come a-tumblin' down!

Arranger: Mark Hayes

A folk-like setting of Maya Angelou's empowering poem, which compares a bird's longing to be liberated with that of all people. Hayes chooses a minor key with plenty of harmonic tension and a walking tempo that suggests the footsteps of those who have come before. The final Picardy third is the ultimate symbol of freedom. This is the second movement from the song cycle Like Dust I Rise.

Arranger: Mark Hayes

Available for the first time for male choruses, Pitoni's Cantate Domino is one of the great masterpieces of standard choral repertoire. Top-notch concert and contest literature.

Arranger: Donald Moore | Composer: Giuseppe Ottavio Pitoni

Newly scored for TTBB voices, this choral is sure to leave audiences breathless and become a staple of your library for years to come. An enthralling arrangement of the timeless Irish air. This title is available in SmartMusic.

Arranger: Mark Hayes

Originally scored for mixed voices with a chamber accompaniment, this new TTBB edition includes a keyboard reduction of the instrumental parts, modern clefs, a tempo indication, a Latin pronunciation guide, and optional English words. Also available for SATB (00-5785) and 3-Part Mixed (00-5786). Featured on PianoTrax 3 Accompaniment CD (00-34744).

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

This Alfred Music best seller is now available for women's choirs! A fine, fun, and innovative arrangement of a popular spiritual about the prophet Ezekiel. Each verse is freshly approached, adding more and more excitement, building through a chromatically ascending "this bone connected to that bone" section, and ending with a big finish that will bring the house down! Great for festival use with or without the percussive SoundTrax or SoundPax. SoundPax includes parts for 2 a. sax., 2 t. sax., b. sax., 2 tpt., 2 tbn., rhy., perc.

Arranger: Mark Hayes

Here is a practical and useful arrangement of a well-known American spiritual for 4-part menis choirs. A pleasure to sing, with energized rhythms, achievable a cappella, and chromatic modulations as the body part lyrics unfold. Solid menis repertoire.

Arranger: Donald Moore

Wow! A fast swing intro punctuated by piano, bass, drums, and finger snaps leads into a jazzy arrangement of the traditional spiritual unlike any you've ever heard. The excitement grabs your ear right away and doesn't let up, building to an impressive climax at the end. Add your own rhythm section (parts are free online) or our smokin' SoundTrax CD for extra effect.

Arranger: Tom Fettke

This contemporary gospel-style rouser denounces oppression and serves as a choral anthem for equal rights. A confident solo voice helps deliver a determined message in the unwavering words of Maya Angelou. If performing as a set, an alternate ending segues directly into the closing movement of Like Dust I Rise. When performing separately, Mark Hayes includes an upward modulation that propels us to the final, most spirited refrain.

Arranger: Mark Hayes

This delightful ending to Vijay's Celtic Songs is rollicking fun. With its Celtic accent and rhythmic turns this is a sure crowd pleaser. Your men's chorus will love this one. In the Belwin Festival Choral Series.

Composer: Vijay Singh

Those with a keen sense of humor and a modest knowledge of the choral repertoire will appreciate this tongue-in-cheek send-up of a common programming cliché. With plenty of punch lines, a few familiar favorites, and a showbiz kick line, this is a riot on the risers!

Composer: Andy Beck

New for TTBB! One of the best in a long line of exuberant, original, a cappella Christmas spirituals by Jay Althouse. It opens with an energetic melody sung by the low voice with the upper three voices singing in counterpoint above. Rhythmic energy develops the piece and it ends with an electrifyimg eight measure coda that's the pinnacle of excitement. No solos, no tempo changes make for quick learning. In the classic spiritual tradition, yet fresh and contemporary.

Arranger: Jay Althouse

You've heard many arrangements of this beautiful American folk hymn, but none quite like this. Kirby Shaw's unique style brings out the inherent joy of the traditional text. Throughout the piece, contemporary a cappella techniques use sections of the choir as accompaniment, and a bright chord structure yields a current sound.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

The text of this uplifting powerhouse was inspired by President Obama's inaugural address and will allow your advanced male singers to shine. Stunning!

Composer: Mark Hayes

From the sensitive opening solo, through the captivating textured polyphony, to the final choral refrain, this contemporary powerhouse teaches an inspiring lesson about the strength of song. "From the very best part of who I am, I sing out!"

Composer: Mark Hayes

Showcase your most soulful singer throughout this unique arrangement for mixed or men's choruses. Strong sectional writing often contrasts the upper and lower voices and alternates the soloist with the choir. An uplifting, can't-stand-still spiritual!

Arranger: David Lantz III

There is no better peace song for today. The compassionate sentiment, based on the words of Francis of Assisi, and lyrical music, composed by Greg Gilpin, will inspire generosity of the human spirit in your singers and listeners alike.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

Hardy singing for manly men. This contemporary composition with sea chantey flair is a boisterous blockbuster for men's choirs who aspire to glee-club sound. A swash-buckling Shakespeare text: "The master, the swabber, the bos'n, and Iànone of us cared for Kate." Robust.

Composer: Ruth Morris Gray

From Vijay's Celtic Songs, this lament is sensitive, mournful, as the 'lassie fine and fair' waits for her fisherman love to return from the pounding sea. A truly unique musical experience. In our Belwin Festival Choral Series.

Composer: Vijay Singh

This popular general-purpose spiritual is now available for your men. Creative and full-sounding choral writing features both homophonic and 2-part textures. Clever, innovative, non-sacred text: "No need to knock, the door is open, just come on in." This choral work has many uses and can be performed in any concert, any time of year. A top-seller! Featured on the new staging DVD/Video "On the Stage!" (DVD #23037, Video #23129).

Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht

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."

Arranger: Jay Althouse

In 1993, Maya Angelou recited this poem at the inauguration of President Bill Clinton, making her the first African American and the first female poet to deliver an inaugural recitation. Subsequently, Angelou's audio recording of "On the Pulse of Morning" won a Grammy Awardae for "Best Spoken Word" in 1994. Mark Hayes opens with a resounding "See Me Rise" choral fanfare before presenting the hope-filled latter half of the poem with rhythmic exuberance. This is the opening movement from the song cycle Like Dust I Rise.

Arranger: Mark Hayes

This moving anthem of hope has been embraced by choirs around the world for years, and now Alfred Music is proud to present this new arrangement with piano or orchestra accompaniment. Lush choral writing and an inspired instrumentation treat the important piece with reverence and respect. At the very end, two measures sung in Croatian remind us that the prayer is intended for the whole world.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Kurt Bestor

With lyrics based on an American folk song, this contemporary and rhythmic offering is perfect for any concert or festival. Cleverly presented as a conversation between the voice parts. Accompaniment included on PianoTrax 2 CD (00-31290).

Composer: Jay Althouse

A rhythmic piano accompaniment drives this well-crafted arrangement of the classic spiritual. Singers will love the crescendoing choral riff that connects the syncopated refrains to the call and response verses. A vibrant descant grows more and more soulful toward the end, bringing the piece to a climactic close!

Arranger: Ruth Morris Gray

Arranger: Donald Moore | Composer: Stephen Foster

This Oscar Hammerstein/Sigmund Romberg marching song from the stage production of The New Moon has been performed by choirs for decades. This TTBB arrangement will be enjoyed by audiences as well as your men's ensemble. A wonderful showcase of the rich sound produced by four-part men's choirs!

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Sigmund Romberg

Long a favorite among barbershop quartets, 'Heart of My Heart' is one of the real standards of quartet repertoire. Teena Chinn's fresh new arrangement is sure to be a hit for years to come. Try it; you'll love it!

Arranger: Teena Chinn | Composer: Ben Ryan

This traditional folk melody is brought to life with sensitive and rich choral sounds by Ruth Elaine Schram. The arrangement is fresh and easy to sing. It will be a welcome addition to any concert program.

Arranger: Ruth Elaine Schram

Introduce madrigal singing with this wonderful edition of the Thomas Morley classic. This new men's choir arrangement sounds full and effectively captures the character and spirit of early music. Suitable for large groups or small ensembles, this excellent teaching piece will be a staple of your choral library.

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Thomas Morley

Solid arranging techniques and a playful spirit give this old dance a few new steps. Listen for the add-on ostinati, ear-bending chord progressions, unexpected rhythmic twists, falsetto tenors, descant sopranos, poignant "lost my partner" solos, and . . . buzzing bees?! Sounds silly, but requires serious singing. Featured on PianoTrax 3 Accompaniment CD (00-34744).

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

Based on Sibelius' Finlandia, this impressive selection is like two phenomenal arrangements in one: the first half, a stunning homophonic treatment of "This Is My Song;" the second half, a Zulu translation set to a world music groove. A powerful multicultural standout!

Arranger: Gary Fry | Composer: Jean Sibelius

Maya Angelou's most popular poem about triumph over adversity comes brilliantly to life in this vivid setting by Mark Hayes. The bright shuffle tempo and bluesy piano riffs perfectly embody Angelou's strength, courage, and determination to rise above. One of the most uplifting choral selections of our time! This is the final movement from the song cycle Like Dust I Rise.

Arranger: Mark Hayes

Generations of solo singers have cherished this classic art song, and now Alfred Music proudly presents the magnificent work designed for sophisticated choirs in an array of voicings. Schubert's original piano part provides the rich chromatic language from which the voice parts are extracted. Study the original German text using the provided IPA pronunciation guide, or choose the singable English translation.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Franz Shubert

We couldn't believe our ears when we heard this one: a Tahitian folk song arranged in authentic South Pacific male chorus style, complete with some spoken word sections and handclaps. Includes phonetic pronunciation beneath the Tahitian text. Note: much text repetition makes the Tahitian text much easier to learn than it first appears.

Arranger: H. Jarolde Harris II

Let the men be men as they sing this rollicking swashbuckler! Smooth transitions steer the ship through four favorites from the witty G & S operetta, in just under five minutes. Full harmonies, significant solos, sophisticated humor, and a dig-in piano part are sure to impress.

Arranger: Michael Rosewall | Composer: Gilbert and Sullivan

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 released mixed voice and treble arrangements. An touching, nature-inspired text is supported by a lovely melody and excellent choral writing. Powerful in its simplicity. "I am yours now and forever, till the stars fall from the sky."

Arranger: Jay Althouse

The classic arrangement returns in a new SAB voicing! This work opens with a choral fanfare-like section and progresses through several swinging sections to a climactic finish. This is Mark Hayes at his very best. Many opportunities for brief solos. And the optional instrumental accompaniment (or SoundTrax CD) is outstanding.

Arranger: Mark Hayes

"Walk a mile in your neighbor's shoes. You'll understand them better if you do." That's the story behind this a cappella, spiritual-style original. Filled with surprising musical twists and turns; it's rhythmically clever, melodically interesting, and harmonically pleasing.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Pepper Choplin

This a cappella spiritual features solid vocal harmonies to make your choirs sound their best. Listen for touches of "All Night, All Day." Builds to a hand-clapping key change with an independent bass line, then yet another with a soprano descant.

Arranger: Jay Althouse