Jay Rouse Piano Folios Friday, April 10, 2020
recommended by Caryn G. and Judy S., Sacred Piano Music Specialists
Devotion arr. Jay Rouse, for Intermediate Piano
Popular for his signature contemporary approach to traditional hymn tunes, Jay Rouse brings us another captivating keyboard collection that will engage pianists and congregations across worship styles. Built around the themes of faith, hope, and love, the meditative hymn arrangements in Devotion will inspire worshipers to draw closer to God as they listen and pray. Titles include: “My Faith Has Found a Resting Place,” “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God,” “Day by Day,” “O God, Our Help in Ages Past,” “Give Me Jesus,” “It Is Well with My Soul,” “I Am Thine, O Lord,” “O Love That Will Not Let Me Go,” “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling,” and “My Jesus, I Love Thee.”
Ivory Inspirations arr. Jay Rouse, for Intermediate Piano
As a gifted composer, arranger, and pianist, Jay Rouse’s music has won its way into the hearts of performers and listeners alike for its fresh and genuine approach. These solid and creative hymn settings will appeal to pianists and worshipers of all ages. Titles include: “O Worship the King,” “Softly and Tenderly,” “There Is a Fountain with Were You There?,” “Sweet By-and-By,” “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty,” “Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah,” “It Is Well with My Soul,” “In the Garden,” “Abide with Me,” and “My Faith Looks Up to Thee.”
A Still and Silent Night arr. Jay Rouse, for Intermediate Piano
During your busy holiday season, take a few moments at the piano for peace and reflection with “A Still and Silent Night.” Jay Rouse crafted this collection of his favorite Christmas melodies with exceptional mastery and flair. The titles included vary in difficulty from moderately easy to moderately advanced, resulting in a delightfully versatile resource. Titles include: “Carol of Joy with Carol of the Bells and Joy to the World,” “Still, Still, Still with Away in a Manger,” “Infant Holy, Infant Lowly,” “Silent Night! Holy Night!,” “Good King Wenceslas,” “Coventry Carol,” “Angels We Have Heard on High,” “The Holly and the Ivy,” “Away in a Manger with Prelude in C Major,” and “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear.”
Find more from Jay Rouse on our website, or visit our YouTube channel below to view our Sacred Piano Reading Session with Jay in August 2019. Shop Stanton’s for all your sheet music needs!
About the Authors:
Caryn G. has over 21 years of experience working at Stanton’s in both the Piano and Choral departments. During her career, she has been a church pianist/accompanist and a piano teacher. Her experience makes her a valuable connection for anybody who calls the piano department.
Judy S. has 30 years of private piano teaching experience and 40 years as a church pianist. Her experience makes her a valuable connection for anybody who calls the piano department.