General/Sacred

Gospel hymns and spirituals have inherent qualities that easily lend themselves to progressions, voicings, and improvisation found in jazz stylings. The improvisational style found in these hymn settings

Utilizing familar hymns and melodies, the arrangers have crafted settings that are fresh, creative, and rewarding for the developing pianist. Due to their brevity and the range of topics, the pieces can be

This collection provides a fresh look at many beloved hymns. Veteran arrangers John Purifoy and Ken Barker have provided ten arrangements with contrasting tempos, dynamics, and styles that will be useful

This flowing setting builds gradually, musically painting the message of the powerful lyrics for this beloved classic. The opening lyrical motif returns in various forms throughout, including at the end in

The opening beautifully portrays the first verse lyrics: "When peace, like a river"and "like sea billows roll." Inventive harmonics propel the transitions, the refrains, and the modulation into a triumphant

This arrangement begins with a free, relaxed approach, slowly building to a more driving, energetic style.

This sensitive, moving setting beautifully portrays the classic text of this beloved hymn.

"Cinematic" and "dramatic" best describe this arrangement as it develops through the verses, building to a climactic point near the end, then tapering to conclude as it began.

Rhythmic shifts add fresh vitality and energy to this classic gospel hymn. Some jazz chord touches also add a flair to the presentation!

Flowing sixteenths provide a bed for this contemporary setting that help paint the images expressed in these classic lyrics. 

As driving and dynamic a setting of this classic reformation hymn as can be found anywhere, you can almost hear symphonic orchestra playing along! There are some contrasting softer, lyrical moments, then a

The gentle, tender feel of this setting beautifully underscores the message of the text to always bring our burdens to the Lord in prayer.

This sensitive and beautiful setting of two favorite hymns will encourage a time of introspection and meditation. Options are provided for playing Softly and Tenderly alone or seamlessly transitioning to

Lots of contrast describes this unique, dynamic setting of this great classic! All bonded together in a wonderfully creative way, this arrangement provides opportunity to showcase contrasting tempos,