Jay Althouse

This Olivia Newton-John hit from the '70s translates perfectly as a gospel-edged pop piece for today's choirs. There's a little hint of Elvis, too. Well-crafted choral writing combines with rhythmic d...

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...

This sultry ballad from the Great American Songbook is one of the finest works from the songwriting team of Johnny Mercer and Harold Arlen. The dazzling arrangement has a great piano accompaniment, fu...

Legendary country star Johnny Cash can still be heard singing this unforgettable hit from 1996 on recent TV commercials. A fun way to concentrate on diction-and learn a bit of geography without leavin...

Legendary country star Johnny Cash can still be heard singing this unforgettable hit from 1996 on recent TV commercials. A fun way to concentrate on diction-and learn a bit of geography without leavin...

Blast off your concert with this exciting theme music from Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, 137th Edition! Terrific lyrics, written especially for today's choirs. The perfect upbeat opener.

Blast off your concert with this exciting theme music from Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, 137th Edition! Terrific lyrics, written especially for today's choirs. The perfect upbeat opener.

Scat your way to success with this inventive vocal setting of the '70s favorite, an instrumental soul classic by the Average White Band. May be performed a cappella, with piano, or with the rhythmic S...

Certainly, not a Christmas season goes by that one doesn't hear Bruce Springsteen's popular rock and roll version of this holiday staple. Now any or all of your choirs can enjoy singing it, too!

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...

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.

Here's a rockin' remake of a timeless '60s hit, perfect for the pop portion of your concert. 'Give me a ticket for an airplane. Ain't got time to take no fast train.' Kickin' groove!

Here's a rockin' remake of a timeless '60s hit, perfect for the pop portion of your concert. 'Give me a ticket for an airplane. Ain't got time to take no fast train.' Kickin' groove!

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!

Recently released by John Legend & The Roots on their album Wake Up! , this soulful R&B single was originally performed by Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes as the title track on their 1975 album. Still...

Revolutionary pianist and composer Jim Brickman and American Idol contestant Matt Giraud have combined their considerable talents to bring us the ultimate appreciation choral for spring and end-of-the...

Michael Bublé's meaningful hit single from his album Crazy Love in America has a great message: 'We are stronger here together than we could ever be alone, so hold on to me, don't you ever let me go.'...

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.

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.

Here's one of the great, swingin' 'train songs' from the 1940s. Jay's arrangement features a tight, rhythmic 'chug-a, chug-a, oo-woo' section straight from the lyricist Johnny Mercer's own hit recordi...

Here's one of the great, swingin' 'train songs' from the 1940s. Jay's arrangement features a tight, rhythmic 'chug-a, chug-a, oo-woo' section straight from the lyricist Johnny Mercer's own hit recordi...

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.The PerformancePlus+ series is an innovative addition t...

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.

A straight-ahead rockin' tune about positive choices for young people! An uplifting message, accessible two-part choral writing, and groovin' syncopated rhythms make it both fun and memorable. Check o...