Singers will cherish these powerful solo arrangements by Mark Hayes, Jay Althouse, Philip Kern, Greg Gilpin, and other fine Alfred arrangers. Including favorite traditional spirituals like 'Deep River,' 'Sit Down Servant,' 'Witness,' and 'Down in the Valley to Pray,' this inspirational collection is essential to every solo singer's library. Fresh contemporary arrangements that sing and play well, …

The musical “Heroes of the Faith” burst on the scene just last year – an exciting children's show by J. Paul Williams and Pamela Martin including such musical luminaries as Lloyd Larson Craig Curry CindyBerry Mark Hayes and Joe Martin. The story leads the children through the museum of Biblical Heroes and discovers what they had that exists in each of us – the ability t…

This triumphant arrangement by Mark Hayes of the classic hymn is a great choice for choirs of all sizes. Present this anthem with organ or piano accompaniment or add the additional brass and percussion for a more robust sound. The children's choir part can even be used as a congregational melody part to involve everyone!

The many moods of Holy Week followed by the triumph of Easter are captured in this moving work from Lloyd Larson and Mark Hayes, with compelling narration by Pamela Stewart. From the celebration of Palm Sunday to the despair of Good Friday followed by the resurrection, The Passion and the Promise presents fresh and dynamic words and music with creative narration. Perform each anthem separately dur…

This excellent collection of 12 varied folk songs from near and far offers fresh settings by well-known Alfred Music arrangers including Jay Althouse, Andy Beck, Mark Hayes, Douglas E. Wagner, Dave and Jean Perry, and more. Available in Medium High and Medium Low editions. / Voix

Mark Hayes's incredibly lush harmonic writing creates vivid tone color in both melody and accompaniment adding new dimension to this beloved old hymn. “I Will Arise and Go to Jesus” is a favorite from SouthernHarmony and this fresh arrangement keeps the passion and sense of urgency of the original while gaining even more expressiveness and emotion. With or without orchestration this…

The always-creative Mark Hayes brings us a fresh new arrangement of a holiday favorite. Gesu Bambino is always eagerly anticipated as a solo but here it has been beautifully harmonized for SATB choir. Your accompanist getsa chance to really shine as well or you may choose the fabulous orchestration or accompaniment/performance CD. A sparkling addition to your Christmas program or worship service…

A new high edition of our popular vocal collection, this volume of best-loved folk songs for solo voice and piano contains fourteen memorable works arranged by three of Alfred Music's top writers: Jay Althouse, Mark Hayes, and Ruth Elaine Schram. / Voix

This collection contains something for everyone...a bluesy spiritual gentle lullabies concert pieces lush settings of old favorites and even a medley of secular titles. Mark Hayes's style is unlike any other. Given to mood and style shifts one moment the carol is traditional the next it's in the style of Mozart and the next it's in the style of Chopin. Some easy some not so easy but all are…

Meredith Willson's famous song is wonderfully arranged for choirs by Mark Hayes and has a terrific piano accompaniment as well as optional orchestral parts. The introduction is captivating and paints the magic of the holidayswhile the heart of the song ends with a big and broad finish. A choral classic for all ages! Available separately: SATB SAB 2-part Digital Orchestration StudioTrax CD. Du…