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Multicultural Songs for Adult Choir
Ose Shalom (The One Who Makes Peace)
—John Leavitt. This timely text from the
Jewish liturgy is brilliantly set in a lovely
original work. Its simple message of peace
is enhanced with soaring melodies and lyric
instrumental lines, making it a strong choice
as a multicultural or a Hanukkah feature!
3295478 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
3295479 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
3295480 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
3297873 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
3295481 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99
3295482 Instrumental Parts. . . . . 25.00
Oye (Listen)—Jim Papoulis. Full of life
and energy, this work in Spanish and
English expresses the plea of Mexican
children to the rest of the world to listen
to their cry for help. The percussion and
bass parts (included in the score) really
make it percolate from beginning to
end, and the performance notes make it
easy to pronounce and understand the
Spanish. This is a very cool multicultural
feature with an important message for
today's world.
10030085 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
11202990 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
3301378 Three-Part Treble
or SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
10001346 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99
Panis Angelicus (Bread of Angels)—arr.
Alexander Barkoskie IV. This a cappella
SSA setting opens freely with a unison
chant in Latin before blossoming into a
harmonically lush, metered arrangement
of Aquinas' beloved text. Lasting just two
minutes and of medium difficulty, it offers
a radiant, compact burst of beauty. Ideal
as a post-Communion anthem, it highlights
purity of line, expressive harmony, and
elegant simplicity.
11675523 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Pastores—Carlos Cordero. This gentle
piece with a Spanish text reminds us to care
for what's most precious to us in the same
way as we would care for the baby Jesus.
Expressive and tender, it is a lovely and
unique addition to your holiday program.
11531112 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
11531113 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
Pues si vivimos (When We Are Living)—
Bradley Ellingboe. This vibrant and
engaging setting celebrates the song's rich
Spanish heritage with rhythmic vitality and
color. Opening with the choir singing neutral
syllables, it features a Spanish first stanza
followed by English, with the melody shared
across the voices. The final homophonic
stanza unites the choir. Piano and optional
percussion add authentic rhythmic energy.
For general service use.
11680528 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Salmo 150 (Psalm 150)—Ernani Aguiar.
A very rhythmic work, with rapid
articulations, this is an exciting showcase for
a cappella choirs. Written by a well-known
Brazilian composer, it has a distinctive Latin
American feeling that will really light a fire
under your singers!
5318514 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
3128758 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
3299903 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
Señor, Quiero Servirte/My Lord, I Want
to Serve You—Santiago Fernandez. This
cherished song of surrender is long beloved
in the Hispanic repertoire. It is featured here
with an English translation by Sarah Hart
that broadens its reach for worship. Suitable
for the Presentation of Gifts, Communion,
or post-Communion praise, its emphasis
on discipleship and the examples of Mary
make it ideal for celebrations of giving
thanks. The arrangement is for SAB choir,
keyboard, and guitar.
11675526 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
10513128 Three-Part Mixed
or SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
10882886 Two-Part
w/ Piano Accomp.. . . . . . 2.95
11348337 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
11172871 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
11199207 TTB P/A CD . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Siyahamba—arr. Ruth Morris Gray.
Perhaps the most well-known South
African song, but offered here in a unique
arrangement with original material in
between verses that layers in with the
traditional melody and harmonies. Ranges
are reasonable, and the well-crafted
harmonies are singable, rhythmic, and easy
to master. Both the Swahili and the English
text are utilized for a cohesive experience.
Suggested percussion lines are there for
shaker, djembe, and bongos to add to the
lively texture.
11198942 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11198943 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11198944 Three-Part Treble . . . . . . 2.25
Siyahamba—arr. Victor C. Johnson. A
stellar setting for developing singers of the
well-known South African folk song, 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.
11566094 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . 2.40
11566095 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
Together We Rise! (Tuko Pamoja)—
Victor C. Johnson. This vibrant, rhythmic
original song is a universal celebration of
hope and unity, featuring a memorable
Swahili chorus that proclaims, "We are
together, we walk in faith." It echoes the
principles of Kwanzaa and can be sung as
a statement of togetherness at any time of
year. Enrich the performance with exciting
optional world music percussion parts for
djembe, shakers, wood block, and cowbell.
11639200 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
11682985 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
Umoja Tunaimba (United We Sing)—
Victor C. Johnson. Ideal for many uses
throughout the year, this energetic original
composition proclaims a message of
justice and peace. Bringing voices together
to stand in umoja (unity), it can be used
to celebrate Kwanzaa or as a concert or
service selection for any occasion. A piano
part is included, but it can also be sung a
cappella with the included percussion part.
11393661 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
11567238 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . 3.25
11567239 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
11393662 P/A CD & Split-Track . . 29.95
Wana Baraka—arr. Glenn Eernisse.
This setting of the traditional Kenyan folk
song begins with the primary melody
and is joined by optional percussion, Orff
instruments, and two optional melodic parts.
The song layers into an uplifting chorus. A
teacher resource featuring song teaching
steps, colorful classroom visuals, and score
and parts for djembe and xylophone is
available separately.
11619579 Unison/Two-Part or opt.
3-Part w/ opt. Djembe & Xylophone. . . 2.40
We Are Singing, for the Lord Is Our
Light—arr. Hal Hopson. This is just plain
fun to sing! Arranged from a traditional
Zulu song, this has the feel and rhythm
you would expect. Primarily in English
(one phrase of Zulu is used) and taken
from Psalm 27:1-4. The congregation is
invited to sing the chorus when it repeats.
Exciting for both choir and congregation,
optional small drum or other percussion
can be used, with the piano providing the
foundation. For world missions, for songs of
praise, or at any time, this song will be the
high point of your church music year.
1909506 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
3205549 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
11682986 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
10067508 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
8069756 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . 2.95
3205556 P/A CD SATB or SAB. . 29.95
8069757 Two-Part P/A CD . . . . . 29.95
You Alone/Solo Tu—Sarah Hart &
Dwight Liles. This well-known anthemic
song of praise gains even broader appeal
with a Spanish translation by Santiago
Fernandez. Strongly in unison or enhanced
by the SATB choral parts included over the
guitar accompaniment, it has themes of
mercy, God's love for us, and forgiveness
through grace. Ideal for smaller choirs, it
can be used throughout the liturgical year
and is also appropriate for retreats and
penance services.
11675537 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
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