Mark Hayes: Piano and Rhythm Christmas

A wonderful medley of Traditional Spirituals Swing Low Sweet Chariot and Oh When The Saints Go Marchin' In arranged by Mark Hayes for full mixed SATB choir with Piano accompaniment. With gospel soul a bright jazz pulse and rhythm this is a wonderful piece that is sure to delight and impress.

Take seven of George and Ira Gershwin's classic songs, add Mark Hayes' stunning and unpredictable arrangements, and it all adds up to a winning collection for singers and listeners alike. / Chant Et Piano

Psalm 104:30 John 11:25 I John 2:27-Filled with vivacious energy this spirited anthem is ideal for Pentecost Sunday with the refrain ?send down the Spirit breathe life in your people and we shall be people of God.? Mark Hayes captures the rhythmic emotion ofthis song with skillful choral parts and his signature keyboard style. Useful for many occasions including confirmation and baptism with the poetic plea for God to ?call us teach us give us make us? keep us shining bright?with the presence of Christ.? (Psalm 104:30 John 11:25 I John 2:27)

Level A Method Book-A Progressive Piano Method for the Christian Studentby Joseph Martin David Angerman and Mark HayesKeys for the Kingdom is a fully graded piano series designed especially for the Christian student. Through astylistically diverse set of musical experiences students will learn the foundations of good musicianship. Each lesson is carefully written to provide gradual progress. The graphic illustrations are designed to be fun andinspiring as well as to reinforce the lesson. While learning the basic concepts of piano playing the student is introduced to many styles of sacred music: the wealth of great hymnody songs and psalms of the church; as well asthe great classics in piano literature that every student needs to excel in musical study. Also included in the series are Bible verses affirming spiritual values intended to motivate the student toward excellence at thekeyboard.This multi-key stylistically diverse series of books introduces basic concepts of rhythm intervals scales chords music theory artistry and improvisation. Companion products include hymnbooks contemporaryChristian songbooks theory/technique/improvisation books performance books seasonal books and duet books. These along with planned future companion materials will help support the student's learning quest.Each methodbook establishes a deliberate but steady pace for the developing student. Principles of reading music theory technique interpretation and musicianship are explored. Calling on the combined teaching experience of over 40years the authors have fashioned new ways of teaching proven concepts. Great emphasis is placed on the beauty if the music the lyrics and the art which accompanies individual songs. Each lesson also includes appropriatescripture references to help students discover the joy of worshipping and serving God through their own music.

We are delighted to present this timeless Hayes anthem with a new orchestration. The uplifting text exciting rhythms and a stellar piano accompaniment make this a classic that you and your singers will enjoy rehearsing andperforming. A ChoirTrax and Instrumental Pak (full orchestra) provide additional rehearsal and performance options. Available separately: SATB ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts for orchestra available digitally(21201/2331/2/11/88442). Duration: ca: 3:42.