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MULTICULTURAL & WORLD MUSIC
Sigue—Ivette Herryman Rodriguez. A lively
and fun selection in Spanish, featuring a
piano accompaniment characteristic of Cuban
rhythms and harmonies. This is an impressive
concert or festival piece for any choir.
11172727 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.10
10513282 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.10
Singabahambayo—arr. Victor C. Johnson. Fun
to sing and surprisingly rehearsal-friendly, this
South African musical celebration of freedom
and hope is sure to have instant appeal.
Lending itself to simple stage choreography
and with an exciting, driving beat throughout, it
will enthrall choirs and audiences alike.
10736801 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
10513128 Three-Part Mixed
or SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.20
10882886 Two-Part with piano
accompaniment. . . . . . ME 2.95
11348337 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.20
11172871 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.20
11199207 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.95
Sisi Kushangilia (We Will Be Glad)—Victor
C. Johnson. Exuberant rhythmic energy
abounds in this African-style original! The
Swahili text of only four words translates:
"We will dance! We will sing! We will be glad!"
The only accompanying instruments are
shaker, hand drum and djembe, which add an
authentic flavor and texture to this celebratory
and accessible multicultural selection.
Performance track is for SATB voicing.
10998118 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.45
10602840 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.10
10602842 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
10998119 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.45
10648422 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.95
Sisi Ni Moja—Jacob Narverud. A celebratory,
highly rhythmic composition. The Swahili title
means "We are one" - meaning all human
beings have much in common. The energetic
djembe sets the tone, the piano adds its own
rhythmic design, and the singers dramatically
deliver the message.
10593109 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
11319152 SAB or
Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.60
11403761 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . ME 2.50
11403762 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
10776380 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11403764 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
10860605 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Siyahamba—arr. Victor C. Johnson. A stellar
setting of the well-known South African folk
song for developing singers with logical part-
writing, stylistic rhythms, and an energized
accompaniment! The optional percussion parts
for shaker, small drum, and djembe will make it
even more fun to learn and perform.
11413702E Three-Part Mixed ePrint ME 2.20
11413703E Two-Part ePrint . . . . . . ME 2.20
Siyahamba—arr. Russell Robinson. This
authentic arrangement of a traditional Zulu folk
song opens slowly, then picks up the tempo
as the drums enter. Frequent repetition and
accessible harmonic lines broaden the appeal,
and the final verse has a descant. Included are
performance/background materials as well as
a pronunciation guide.
11510588 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
10990382 Three-Part Mixed
with Percussion . . . . . . ME 3.20
11348339 TBB with Percussion. . ME 3.20
Son de Camaguey—Stephen Hatfield.
An outstanding cross-cultural feature! With
percussion as the only accompaniment
(included in the octavo), this arrangement of
the Cuban folk song is a vibrant, exciting salute
to our Caribbean neighbors. The infectious
rhythmic pulse just won't quit!
3148822 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
10308997 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
10308999 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
Sorida (A Zimbabwe Greeting)—Rosephanye
Powell. "Sorida" is a term of greeting in the
Shona language of Zimbabwe, similar to
"shalom" in Hebrew or "jambo" in Swahili. This
massive original work features six percussion
instruments, layered divisi vocal patterns, a
joyful solo, and a passage for semi-chorus
or vocal trio. With both secular and sacred
texts, this is a tour de force for festivals or
accomplished choirs and a totally unforgettable
musical experience!
3296959 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.30
10688398 SSAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.35
10688399 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.35
10558326 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
South African Suite—arr. Henry Leck.
Capitalizing on the strong vocal tradition of
South Africa, Henry Leck, the founder and
director of the Indianapolis Children's Choir,
has created a mesmerizing suite of South
African folk and freedom songs. Included are:
Tshotsholoza; Siyahamba and Gabi Gabi. A
very clear pronunciation guide is also included.
1863687 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
4980686 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
Soy un Coya Chiquitito—arr. R. Eben
Trobaugh. A traditional folk tune sung by children
and families throughout Bolivia, Chile, and
Argentina, this South American piece is an ideal
multicultural selection for young treble choirs.
Plenty of unison and some simple sections of
harmony and canon make this a quick learn. The
Spanish text is supported with a pronunciation
guide and translation for your singers.
10981293 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
Stand Together—Jim Papoulis. From Jim
Papoulis' Sounds of a Better World series,
this original piece should be performed with an
Irish flair that evokes a distant longing and yet
is very hopeful in the present. The beginning
of the song is gentle and soothing; gradually,
the energy starts to increase, leading up to
the refrain, "If we stand together, we will sing
forever of the dreams growing in our hearts..."
10029708 SSAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
10012627 Three-Part
Treble or SSA . . . . . . . ME 2.30
10013045 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.99
Stodola Pumpa—arr. Mark Weston. With
Stodola Pumpa, Mark Weston offers an
updated treatment of this favorite Czech
folk song. The rollicking tune, dynamic
accompaniment, and invigorating text all
combine to create an entertaining and
accessible setting that will add a clever contrast
to your concert or festival program.
10443064 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
10307456 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.95
10307457 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
10457320 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
10302664 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
10307458 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
Sudraba Meness (The Silver Moon)—Laura
Jekabsone. This beautiful contemporary a
cappella concert work is an original composition
by the Latvian composer. Translated as "Silver
Moon," the Latvian or singable English lyrics
compare the moon and its phases to the
passage of time and our own reflection of
life's journey. Light pop-like melodies are
surrounded with subtle harmonies to create a
serene setting that is simply mesmerizing.
11372833 SSAATB . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.80
Sutoku In—Ruth Morris Gray. The text of this
feature is a waka - an ancient Japanese poetic
form - written by 12th-century ruler Emperor
Sutoku. This piece explores the poem's depth
with two minor-key melodies - one sung in
Japanese, the other in English - that intertwine
at the pinnacle moment. A pronunciation guide
is included.
11503294 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.05
11503295 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11503296 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
Talve oo (Winter Night)—Part Uusberg.
This lovely and meditative piece speaks to
the calm of a winter night. It's beautiful and
simple, with opportunities for creating interest
through staging.
11514314 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.60
TaReKiTa—Reena Esmail. In a vibrant
cross-cultural celebration, this original work
is composed in raga jog, an Indian classical
melodic framework that incorporates
both major and minor. Repeated riff-like
vocalizations that mimic Indian instruments
are easy to learn, while the vocal slides and
captivating melodies combine to a spectacular
effect. Add the choreographed hand motions
for a truly exciting presentation!
11338537 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.65
11342528 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.65
11372356 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.65
Thixo Onothando—arr. Michael Barrett.
A popular South African song of praise, the
texture is dominated by three soloists who
portray leadership roles in the community.
Layering choral parts develop the harmonic
structure, while free interpretation of clapping,
stomping, percussion and movement are
encouraged. Cascading hosannas in the
final section add a special dimension to the
otherwise rhythmic a cappella setting. Exciting!
10882559 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.80
Three A Cappella Spanish Songs for
Tenor-Bass Choir—arr. Christi Jones. The
whale, the horse, and the elephant are the
subjects of these three delightful, brief a
cappella Spanish folk songs which may
be performed as a set or separately. Set
in different meters, they are a great way to
train and feature your young tenor and bass
voices for concerts or festivals. Translations
are included, and there are pronunciation
recordings available online.
11370924 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Thula Klizeo—Joseph Shabalala/arr. Leanne
MacDonnell. After successful voicings for 2-part
and SAB, it is right to provide an SATB voicing
of this delightful number. Joseph Shabalala, best
known in the U.S. for his collaboration with Paul
Simon, gives us a taste of Africa that is real and
soulful. Great for concerts and festival events.
10875661 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
10602869 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
10454467 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.75
Tipitin—Maria Grever/arr. Raul Dominguez.
Written by the United Mexican States's
first well-known female composer, this vals
Mexicano (Mexican waltz) makes a charming
a cappella work for mixed or treble choirs. The
textured setting offers well-conceived choral
parts throughout, sometimes using lower
voices to provide a dance-like underscore
for the lilting melody. A full translation and
pronunciation notes assist in the understanding
and mastery of an entirely Spanish text.
Features an agile soprano on the optional solo
descant near the end.
11317166 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.05
11317167 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.05
Ton The—Jeanne & Robert Gilmore/arr.
Susan Brumfield. Based on a traditional French
tongue-twister, this clever piece is unique in the
folksong repertoire. If you do only one selection
in French this year, let this be the one!
3701025 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
3701026 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
10023276 Xylophone & Drum Set . . . .11.00
