The Spirit Is Moving: A Jazz Liturgy of Renewal combines the spirituality of the jazz tradition with the liturgical traditions of the Church. The music is designed to be both participatory and sacred art and to move the body and the Spirit in worship. It features:

  • Musical settings of the “Kyrie”, “Glory To God”, “Psalm Setting”, “Gospel Acclamation”, “Lenten Acclamation”, “Great Thanksgiving”, “Sanctus” and “Lamb of God”

  • Quick to learn melodies and infectious grooves

  • Fully notated piano and bass parts geared towards musicians without jazz training

  • Lead sheets for concert pitch instruments and vocal leaders

  • Instrumental lead sheets in B-flat, E-flat, and bass clef

  • Downloadable parts for congregational singing (PowerPoint and image file formats)

  • Downloadable professional reference recordings


The Spirit is Moving celebrates Christian faith through jazz, combining tradition with innovation, and provides a joyful new experience for congregational worship.

As a musician, I found everything to be of the highest quality. And as a classically trained, non-jazz musician, thank you so much for your transcriptions for piano. With your scores, I can confidently accompany the congregation. You have made this so accessible for musicians and for congregations.
— Marilyn Van Roekel, Coordinator of Music Ministries, Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA), Boulder, CO