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n Aloha 'Oe—Queen Lili'uokalani/arr. Alec
Schumacker. Inspired by an 1877 tour of
O‘ahu by then-Princess Lili‘uokalani
on the occasion of her designation as heir
apparent to the throne, and later made universally
known by Elvis, this beloved Hawaiian song has
been beautifully arranged. As the story goes,
when the party left to return to Honolulu one
member of the group stayed behind a moment
to receive both a lei and 'fond embrace' from
one of the young women at the ranch. Inspired
by this loving farewell, Lili‘uoklani began to
hum the tune and craft the lyrics during the trip
over the mountains back to Honolulu. This setting
presents an arrangement true to the Queen's
original melody and lyrics set for mixed voices,
soloist, and piano.
10861906 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
n Amani (Peace)—Audrey Snyder. The Swahili
text of this African-style original is a joyful
celebration of peace, set for a cappella voices
with shaker and drums (included in the score).
Somewhat reminiscent of O Sifuni Mungu, it
has everything you want for a truly festive cross-
cultural experience! Now available in a 2-part
voicing. Highly recommended!
10605429 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
n Ahrirang—arr. Ruth Elaine Schram. A lovely
setting of the beloved Korean folk song about
the mountain pass of Ahrirang Hill. Sung
predominantly in English, the pentatonic melodies
and open harmonies are presented in unison
and canon to appropriately convey the style of
the song and the depiction of the text. Ahrirang
is often believed to be a symbol of peace,
contentment, and personal triumph. This makes a
wonderful selection to teach the context and style
of music from that region.
10757113 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
4 Ay! Mi Palomita—Juan Tony Guzman. This
traditional, gentle lullaby from the Dominican
Republic has been a favorite of families for many
years. In this arrangement, the sweet gentle head
nods required to finally lull this child to sleep are
captured in the stylish piano accompaniment.
10913132 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
n Babethandaza—arr. Victor C. Johnson. Exuding
sizzling, rhythmic energy, this traditional South
African folk song arrangement is a multicultural
programming winner! A cappella, with percussion
parts included for shakers, djembe, and hand
drum which add authentic texture and flavor. With
some elements of call and response and clever
layering of parts, it is singable and easily learned.
A helpful pronunciation guide and translation
for the Swahili text is also included. Highly
recommended!
10757163 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35
n Banana! (Todos Quieren la Banana - All
the Nations Like Bananas)—arr. Nick Page.
This is a wonderful multicultural selection based
on a Nicaraguan folk song that reminds us that
all the nations like bananas! With alternating
sections of Spanish and English text, this
charming arrangement features multiple ad lib
solo opportunities in a way that encourages
personalization and diversity, all while promoting
unity and fun! Suggested percussion rhythms are
given for shakers and claves or woodblock. "You
and me like it, everybody like it!"
10751899 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 1.90
n Bernyanyi Bersama—Jim Papoulis. Bernyanyi
Bersama was written for the 2014 Saint Angela
Children and Youth Choir Festival in Bandung,
Indonesia. Using the theme of diversity in
harmony, the language of Indonesia (Bahasa) is
woven into the music to celebrate both American
and Indonesian harmony and rhythm. "Sing
together, young people, open your hearts to the
world." Percussion parts included.
10602841 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
n Cangoma—arr. Lon Beery & Elisa Dekaney. In
the Bantu language, "cangoma" means "drum."
The text of this piece, in a Portuguese dialect,
celebrates the end of slavery. Use congas,
djembe, tubanos, cajon, or tom-toms to add
the simple drum part. A pronunciation guide is
included for this highly charged and fun-filled
Brazilian folk song.
10735217 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
n Cover Me with the Night—Andrea Ramsey.
Here is an upbeat and fun song that uses a
prayer text from Ghana translated into English.
Syncopated rhythms that repeat throughout make
this a perfect choice for any choir. Opportunities
for optional solos and trios occur several times in
the piece. A suggested djembe part is included
with the piano accompaniment, although it would
be completely acceptable to add additional
percussion beyond what is notated.
10715375 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
n Dance with Me to My Heart—Jim Papoulis.
This energetic and lively piece is about discovering
the power of our own voices and letting them
dance; setting ourselves free, exploring and
learning to let go of preconceived notions of how
we "should" be or "should" think. Combining this
uplifting text in Swahili and English with driving
rhythms in the vocal parts and the piano, djembe,
and stick accompaniment makes this both a fun
and memorable song for singers and audience
alike! Highly recommend!
10735002 SSAA Piano
with Djembe & Stick. . . . . . . M 2.75
n Gong Xi Gong Xi (Congratulations!)—Chen
Ge Xin/arr. Lily Lung Grant. This festive piece
is one of the most well-known and popular
songs to celebrate Chinese New Year. Originally
composed to celebrate the end of the Second
World War, it simply means "congratulations,"
making it appropriate for programming
throughout the year. Sing in English or Chinese
with the helpful pronunciation guide. Includes
optional percussion parts. Highly recommended!
10735233 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . E 2.25
n Hlohonolofatsa—arr. Daniel Jackson. This
tremendously fun arrangement of a South African
greeting song exclaims, "Iyo hlonolofatsa, Ka
lebitso la ntate," which translates as, "Bless
everything in the name of the Father." Featuring
a soloist, improvised percussion and hand
claps, it is very authentic sounding! Phonetic
pronunciation guide is included.
10873383 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.65
4 IPharadisi—arr. Brad Richmond. This traditional
South African song celebrates life and the
paradise that is to come. An upbeat a cappella
texture is punctuated with the rhythmic text
and singable melody in a dynamic world music
selection that would make a terrific concert
closer! A pronunciation and translation guide are
included along with a percussion part for djembe.
10830615 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
4 Jasmine Flower (Mo Li Hua)—Mary Donnelly
& George L.O. Strid. This treble arrangement
of a traditional Chinese folk song provides an
opportunity to add recorder, percussion, and Orff
instruments. The lovely melody is sung in both
English and Chinese, with the authentic Chinese
text provided phonetically in the octavo, making
this a wonderful multi-cultural selection for any
time of year.
10847307 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
4t Kye Kye Kule—arr. Greg Gilpin. With lively
percussion parts, handclaps, and a straight-
forward call-and-response style, this authentic
West African folk song arrangement pulls
together in a snap. A cappella, with solo or duet
opportunities, this spirited song of welcome would
make a terrific concert opener for developing
treble or tenor-bass choirs.
10873063 Two-Part or SA. . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
n Kye Kye Kule—arr. Mark Burrows. This
easy-to-learn, call-and-response-based West
African folk song setting is a very effective
program opener. Comfortable ranges with age-
appropriate voice leading makes this a great
choice for developing ensembles. They'll love
the mixed Ghanaian and English texts and
supportive piano part with optional djembe and
conga rhythm patterns throughout!
10736764 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.20
n La Sopa de Isabel—Francisco J. Nunez.
Inspired by his mother's potato soup and
incorporating merengue dance rhythms from the
Dominican Republic, this unique concert piece
has instant appeal. With optional parts for guitar,
bass, guira and tambora drums, this energetic
and rhythmic song has a Spanish text and real
cross-cultural flair. Delicious!
10735068 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
4t Mangisondele Nkosi Yam—arr. Michael
Barrett. This piece is a traditional praise and
worship song from the Zulu culture and is written
in the isicathamiya style - a cappella singing with
close harmonies - that originated among Zulu
mine workers during the apartheid years. Two
soloists open the piece with a call followed by
response from the choir. Dramatic and powerful,
the piece builds throughout with an exciting
rhythmic section at its center. The title translates
to "Be nearer my Lord." A translation and
pronunciation guide are provided.
10761752 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
MULTICULTURAL
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CHILDREN'S
COMMUNITY
CHOIR
THEME:
Earth, Sea & Sky
Unclouded Day—arr. Shawn Kirchner.
10309004 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
Let the River Run—arr. Craig Hella Johnson.
10309665 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10909581 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
Lunar Lullaby—Jacob Narverud.
10535552 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
For the Beauty of the Earth—John Rutter.
1418599 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.10
1363399 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.70
Northern Lights—Ola Gjeilo.
10090831 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.85
Count the Stars—Andy Beck.
10751916 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
10751917 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
Stars I Shall Find—Victor C. Johnson.
10047919 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
10519884 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
Stars—Eriks Esenvalds.
10461523 SSAATTBB
with six tuned water glasses . . . . . . 4.50
10637761 SSSAAA
with six tuned water glasses . . . . . . .3.25
Over the Rainbow—
E.Y. Harburg & Harold Arlen/arr. Andy Beck.
10188727 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.35
Make Our Garden Grow (from "Candide")—
Leonard Bernstein/arr. Robert Page.
1577113 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
