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Fey O!—arr. Ruth Morris Gray. Lively
percussion and rhythmic choral phrases
reflect the urgency of a parent seeking
healing herbs for a sick child. Sung entirely
in Creole, this song is well known across Haiti
and beyond. The arrangement punctuates a
faithful interpretation of the folk song with new
material. Perform with or without piano; claves,
conga, and shaker parts are free to download.
11503203 Three-Part Mixed opt. Piano
& Percussion . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11503205 Two-Part opt. Piano
& Percussion . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11503204 TTB opt. Piano
& Percussion . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11503206 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
Five Hebrew Love Songs—Eric Whitacre.
With texts written by Hila Plitmann and inspired
by a reunion of musician friends in Germany,
each song in this suite is a poetic postcard
that captures every lush, romantic moment in
full. An expressive and idiomatic collection for
mixed or treble choruses. The suite is set for
piano and violin, but may also be performed
with string quartet.
3296219 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 3.55
3299116 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 3.65
9520730 Violin Accompaniment . . . . . 9.00
5991450 Full Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
5975230 String Quartet Parts . . . . . .35.00
Funga Alafia (Song of Welcome)—arr. Jill
Gallina. Choreography is included in this joyful
piece, based on a traditional song of welcome
sung in many parts of Africa. Greetings of good
health, blessings, and peace are expressed
throughout. Parts for claves, bongos, and
conga enhance the African feeling, while
phrases of vocal speech seem to invite
everyone to join in the celebration!
10190826 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
10190827 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
Funiculi-Funicula—Luigi Denza/arr. Vicki
Tucker Courtney. This classic Neopolitan
song is known and beloved the world over!
Originally written in 1880 to commemorate
the very first funicular on the famed Mt.
Vesuvius, it has become a standard vocal
selection, now arranged for developing
choirs. In English throughout, this is a great
option for beginning harmony singers that is
sure to impress and entertain.
11501637 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11397034 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
Gaelic Song of the Boatman (Fhir A'bhata)
—Sine NicFhionnlaigh (Jean Finlayson)/
arr. Philip Lawson. This entertaining and
straightforward arrangement for choirs was
written by master arranger Philip Lawson and
will be popular with choirs and audiences alike.
This a cappella piece has an authentic and
romantic sound with contemporary harmonies
that can be sung in English or with the Gaelic
text throughout.
11384374 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.20
Gatatumba—arr. Emily Crocker. This
villancico is a traditional Spanish holiday song.
The festive and happy tune has a memorable
melody, and this delightful arrangement
brings a simple harmony part that is ideal
for beginning harmony singers. There are
suggested rhythm patterns included for various
percussion instruments or body percussion that
your students will enjoy adding.
11427465 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Gatatumba—arr. Ruth Morris Gray. Here's a
traditional Andalusian villancico that works at
any time of year. The Spanish text talks about
celebrating with tambourines and rattles, and
the lively a cappella texture is both rhythmic
and harmonically interesting. Approachable for
younger choirs, the added percussion makes
this even more fun! Consider for holiday or
general programming.
11393290 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11393291 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11393292 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
Gerakina—arr. Greg Gilpin. Gerakina ("yeh-
rah-kee-nah") is one of the most popular folk
songs in Greece and the inspiration for an
annual festival of the same name. Developing
singers will enjoy the dancelike lilt and
suggested percussion which both anchor and
enhance the bright 7/8 meter. A pronunciation
guide to aid with the Greek text is included.
11503222 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.05
11503223 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11503274 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44.99
Gloria—Ondi Yohan Tambunan. With the
traditional Latin lyrics "Gloria in excelsis
Deo," this setting is anything but traditional.
Including some chant as well as stomping
and clapping throughout, this almost has the
feel of a Maori haka, and the music embodies
the joy of its lyrics.
11389037 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . MA 2.25
11390316 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 2.25
Good Night (A Russian Song)—Kabalevsky/
arr. Doreen Rao. Arranged for unison or
two-part voices, this Russian song, taught to
Doreen Rao by Dmitri Kabalevsky, may be
accompanied by piano or Orff instruments.
1665843 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . E 2.15
Ha Rese Re Bina—arr. Mbuso Ndlovu.
Traditionally sung to celebrate a victory by a
group of winners in a competition, this South
African "bragging" song is tons of fun to sing.
In five parts throughout, with the first sopranos
taking the call and the rest of the choir the
response, this SeSotho and IsiXhosa song is
simple to put together. Add percussion and
ululations for an authentic South African sound
to enhance your performance.
11415499 SSATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.80
Haida—arr. Henry Leck. Based on a Chassidic
round, this arrangement is excellent to help
a beginning chorus to sing together in parts.
First sung in unison, then in a three-part
round, the music is fun and easily accessible.
The word "Haida" has no specific meaning,
but is meant to be treated much like "lah" in
American folk music.
5303532 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
Hakuna Mungu Kama Wewe—arr. Greg
Gilpin. Performed a cappella or with the
simple piano accompaniment, this traditional
East African song has options for improvised
percussion and handclaps, too. It begins
in unison, then easy harmony with simple
verses and an infectious chorus repeating
with an optional descant. It's energetic and
easy to learn, making it a joyful multicultural
selection that can be done in a variety
of ways!
11427951 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
11427952 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
Halleluja, Loof Die Here—Franco Prinsloo.
South African composer Franco Prinsloo brings
us this beautiful setting of a sacred text in the
Afrikaans language for treble choirs. A lyrical
melody with a flowing piano accompaniment
gives the opportunity to explore phrasing
and musical sensitivity. Translation and
pronunciation aids are available.
11416625 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
Hands Are Knockin'—Kyle Pederson.
A fascinating mix of English and Arabic text
reinforces the universal message to open our
minds, hearts, and hands to each other. The
lively piano accompaniment, notated djembe
percussion part, and syncopated vocal
lines that highlight the text come together to
create a meaningful piece that will be long
remembered. Exceptional!
10981924 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.60
11424998 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
11196420 SSAA or SA divisi . . . . . .M 2.25
11313918 TB divisi or TTBB . . . . . .M 2.50
Haru Ga Kita (Spring Has Come)—arr.
Greg Gilpin. A charming setting of a traditional
Japanese folk song about the arrival of spring,
this shimmering arrangement features a lovely
pentatonic melody and sparkling colors added
by the piano, glockenspiel or bells, and wind
chimes. Very accessible to developing choirs.
A translation and simple pronunciation guide
are included for ease of learning.
11510567 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.75
3294602 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
Hashivenu—arr. Doreen Rao. Performable by
unison voices or as either a two or three-
part canon, this Israeli folk song, edited by
Doreen Rao, is quite effective in a variety of
performance situations.
1656560 Unison Canon in
Two or Three Parts . . . . .M 2.15
Hashivenu—arr. Michael Ryan. The plaintive,
soul-searching melody of this beloved Israeli
folk song is beautifully suited to developing
voices. Voices begin in unison and ease into
simple harmony before developing into a
three-part round and concluding with a gentle,
ethereal coda. A delicate, independent piano
part helps create an ever-flowing feel. Lovely!
11348332 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.75
10953861 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
Hava Nagila—arr. Tina Harrington. This
traditional Hassidic melody is here set for
advanced mixed choir and optional klezmer
band. The San Francisco Choral Artists
premiered this arrangement. It will take an
accomplished ensemble to bring this setting
to life.
11513604 SSATB divisi . . . . . . . . MA 2.30
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