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MULTICULTURAL
Multicultural
Adult Choir
African Psalm—Victor C. Johnson. With lively
call and response, options for percussion,
and repetition to enable quick learning, this
energetic arrangement of a traditional Zambian
folk song will have your choir and congregation
responding to the call. Simple, well-written and
effective. Not to be missed!
10601337 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
10882035 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
10601338 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.95
An African Worship Song—Joseph M. Martin
& John R. Paradowski. Based on the Ghanaian
folk song Nanuma, this anthem highlights
important elements of worship: praising God in
song, praying, and going forth to share God's
love. Written for children, youth, and adults,
the piece can be sung by one choir or multiple
choirs for a multigenerational presentation.
Handclaps, percussion instruments, and
a rhythmic piano accompaniment join with
other options to create an unforgettable
multicultural experience.
11376214 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
11376213 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Akekho Ofana NoJesu (There's No One
Like Jesus)—arr. Charlotte Botha. A setting of
a South African hymn in the isiZulu language.
Written for solo and choir, the solo sections
may be sung by a small group. Djembes may
be included for concert performances, and
body movement is encouraged! This piece is
sung in diverse contexts and exudes joy!
11368965 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Anta Atheemon (You Are a Great God)—
Ziad Srouji/arr. Greg Scheer. This is a popular
devotional song among Arabic-speaking
Christians. Opening with a verse in Arabic,
the anthem transitions to a call-and-response
verse with the men singing in English and the
women responding in Arabic. Its final verse is
full SATB choir in Arabic before drawing to a
quiet close with the tag: "You are a Great God,
a Mighty God. How great You are." Translation
and pronunciation guides are included.
11395292 SATB/SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
Bonse Aba (Traditional Zambian Song)—
arr. Andrew Fischer. Here is an exuberant a
cappella number that's loaded with African
atmosphere! The traditional Zambian words
are sung throughout with such a buoyant,
rhythmic feel that you are transported into
the center of a native celebration. The lyric
translates as "All that sing have the right to
be called the children of God." The song is
brief, but may be repeated as many times as
desired. Various voicing options are possible,
and African percussion may be added as the
piece progresses. Your choir will definitely
want to improvise some celebratory whoops
and shouts!
10012300 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10062620 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Bonse Aba—arr. Victor C. Johnson. Sizzling
with celebratory rhythmic energy, this Zambian
folk song loosely translates as: "Those who
sing have the right to be called the children of
God." The only accompanying instruments are
hand drum (treble drum), djembe (bass drum),
and shaker, which add authentic flavor and
opportunities for improvisation. The vocal parts
are easily learned due to their repetition and
call-and-response style.
10302661 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
10089711 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 3.20
10089722 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
10307386 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
10307387 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
10089725 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
Come, All You People (Uyai Mose)—
Alexander Gondo/arr. John L. Bell, adapt.
Gary Daigle. This joyful South African song of
praise is now available in an expanded form,
with call-and-response verses calling on all of
creation to praise God. It is set for three-part
choir and keyboard, with a guitar part available
separately. Energetic and welcoming!
11166808 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
Cuenten las Maravillas del Senor /
Proclaim His Marvelous Deeds—Tony
Alonso/arr. Chris de Silva. This responsorial
Psalm setting in Spanish and English for
SATB choir, cantor and assembly was
commissioned by the Archdiocese of
Washington for the first Mass Pope Francis
celebrated in the United States in 2015.
The mixed meter and dance-like rhythms
reflect the vitality of the distinctive musical
contributions of the indigenous people
of California. Throughout the piece, the
refrain should be light and dance-like while
the verses provide opportunity for more
expression and dynamic variation. It is scored
for keyboard, guitar, two C instruments
and cello.
11523215 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
11523569 Instrumental Parts Guitar . . . 7.00
11523570 Full Score & Parts:
C Instruments and Cello. . .24.00
El Senor Es Mi Pastor (The Lord Is My
Shepherd)—Gary Daigle. This setting of Psalm
23 is in a bilingual edition. The call-and-response
refrain is quickly learned. The verses alternate,
one in Spanish, one in English, and so on. You
will be hard pressed to find a musical setting that
can more adeptly match the comforting tone of
Psalm 23. Useful and meaningful.
11166798 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Es Mi Cuerpo (Take and Eat)—Charles
A. Tindley/arr. Tony Alonso. A beloved
Communion song in many Spanish-praying
communities, this traditional hymn is arranged
in a contemporary style with both Spanish and
English texts for bilingual liturgies throughout
the year. The pairing of the Spanish text with
Tindley's tune is particularly poignant because
he used his ministry to unite people of many
races into a single community.
11384846 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
11384847 Instrumental Parts
Guitar Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Every Nation Every Tribe—Karen Crane/arr.
Stacey Nordmeyer. Filled with energy and joy,
this multicultural anthem mixes English and
Swahili texts with traditional choral textures
and distinctive rhythms. A great choice for
World Communion or themes of ecumenism
and global unity, it includes a quote of O for a
Thousand Tongues to Sing and is enhanced by
optional percussion and bass.
11199156 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11412471 Instrumental Parts
Bass/Percussion . . . . . . . . .20.00
Family (Familia)—Mark Burrows. When we
look at our neighbors, what do we see? This
endearing piece celebrates the wonderful
diversity of our communities and neighborhoods,
with a gentle challenge to see one another as
God sees us: beautiful children of the world. Set
in both English and Spanish, this accessible
piece extends a hand of welcome and embrace,
asserting that "we are more than neighbors, we
are family." Includes the composer's thoughtfully
updated text for Jesus Loves the Little Children.
A perfect selection for elementary and middle
school choirs!
11347641 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
11424998 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
11196420 SSAA or SA divisi . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11313918 TB divisi or TTBB . . . . . . . . . 2.20
Hine Ma Tov—arr. Allan Naplan. Inspired
by Psalm 133, Hine Ma Tov is translated
"How good it is for all of us to dwell together
in peace." The meaning of the Hebrew text is
universal, as is the appeal of the lively music,
which cleverly shifts between major and minor.
The delightful "lai lai lai" refrain will make your
audience want to clap along!
10370730 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
1978097 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
How Sweet the Sound—Christi Jones.
A longtime favorite, Amazing Grace gets a whole
new musical setting that is truly inspired. Upbeat,
with pleasantly syncopated lines and optional
percussion, this a cappella original surely
encapsulates the text "how sweet the sound"!
11501671 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11501676 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11397037 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
In Meeting We Are Blessed—Troy Robertson.
The use of a djembe imparts a traditional
African feeling to this easy original a cappella
work. The Gatsnahos text, inspired by John
Donne, has a theme of friendship and unity
that all can relate to. "We are met together and
in meeting we are blessed. Peace in coming
and in going, peace in labor and in rest..." This
is accessible to choirs at many levels, and it
makes a wonderful processional!
10589968 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
10996247 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
11169350 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
Jaya Ho (The Solid Rock)—arr. Diane
Hannibal. This singular choral offering pairs a
traditional Hindhi melody with the traditional
hymn text, The Solid Rock. The a cappella
texture features layered ostinati ("jaya,
jaya ho") supported by percussion (part
included). Program this for general worship or
commemorations of the global church.
11393959 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
Jesus Christ, You Alone We Will Follow
(Jesucristo, Te Seguiremos)—Ivan Diaz.
This contemporary bilingual arrangement
is sure to get your congregation moving! Its
buoyant rhythms reflect the excitement and
energy of the text's joyous call to follow Christ.
This accessible piece is a great option for
liturgies that focus on themes of discipleship,
peace, and social concern.
11540650 Three-Part Treble . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Kapayapaan, Peace Be with You—Maria
Nieva. Freely adapted from the well-known
prayer of St. Francis, this lovely setting
intersperses the Filipino word kapayapaan,
meaning "peace be with you," throughout
the English text. The setting is ideal for
congregations with an English-speaking majority
who are looking to demonstrate the universal
and cross-cultural appeal of God's message of
love and peace. There are accompaniments for
piano and guitar in the octavo. Parts for string
quartet are available separately.
11415779 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.55
Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ—arr.
Doreen Potter. This delightful piece based on
a traditional Jamaican melody with optional
hand chimes will add an island feel to bring the
spirit of joy, hope, and love into this communion
anthem. The writing is approachable and
perfectly crafted for this unique message that
celebrates the community of faith.
11374120 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
11374121 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
11374122 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
11402740E Instrumental Parts ePrint . .17.30
Nada me falta (Psalm 23)—Mark Sedio. Both
Spanish and English are represented in this
delightful setting of Psalm 23 with original music
in the style of a Spanish folk tune. The lilting
melody is tuneful, and the accompaniment and
percussion add rhythmic interest. Set in refrain
and verse form, the congregation is invited to
join on the refrain throughout. Accessible and
easily learned, both the choir and congregation
will enjoy signing this setting.
11515562 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
11515573E Instrumental Parts ePrint . .15.00
O Sifuni Mungu (All Creatures of Our
God and King)—arr. Roger Emerson. This
phenomenal work, recorded by First Call,
is certain to be in great demand by a wide
range of choirs! Based on All Creatures Of
Our God And King, it features a powerful
African chorus with fiery syncopations,
great opportunities for soloists and a full
complement of percussion instruments. This
is a uniquely vibrant, spiritual work!
1914175 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
1914183 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
1914191 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10278880 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3303885 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
1914217 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.99
1914209 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .20.00
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